Holly Manning
Holly is the Country Manager for Financer US. Having come most recently from the Employer of Record (EoR) industry, Holly is now delving deeper into the world of personal finance where her true passion lies. Holly's goal is to teach people how to make the most of their money, simplifying complex topics, so that everyone has access to helpful information about finance and their economy.
Biography
My name is Holly and I have been the Country Manager for Financer US since October 2025.
After studying Finance and Small Business Management as part of my Events Management (BA Hons) degree, my interest in these topics grew widely. Key topics of personal interest include budgeting and saving strategies, helping educate young people about finance, and how to make the most of your money through investments.
Experience
- Financer: US Country Manager - October 2025 > Present
- Omnipresent: Support Operations Manager - June 2024 > October 2025
- Omnipresent: Customer Support Team Lead - August 2023 > June 2024
- Omnipresent: Customer Success Coordinator - August 2022 > August 2023
- Kpax Marketing: Quality Assurance Manager - June 2020 > June 2022
- Kpax Marketing: VIP Manager - March 2019 > June 2020
- Marriott International: Sales & Events Executive - June 2017 > August 2018
- Howard Kennedy LPP: Events Assistant - July 2015 > April 2016
Best Dividend ETFs
* Discover the top dividend ETFs for stable, long-term income. * Learn which funds pay the best yields with the lowest risk. * Pick the right dividend ETF with simple, beginner-friendly steps.
Best International ETFs
* Compare 5 top international ETFs side by side with fees, returns, and holdings. * All five charge under 0.10% in annual fees. * Includes a step-by-step guide to buying your first international ETF.
Best S&P 500 ETFs
* Side-by-side comparison of 4 top S&P 500 ETFs with fees as low as 0.02% * Updated AUM, expense ratios, and performance data for 2026 * Find which fund saves you the most over decades of investing
Best REIT ETFs
* Top 5 REIT ETFs compared by yield, expense ratio, and total return * From ultra-low-cost SCHH to the global income of REET * Includes how to choose, tax tips, and expert FAQs
Best Vanguard ETFs
* Compare 12+ Vanguard ETFs with fees as low as 0.03% in one place * Independent analysis of VOO, VTI, VIG, and other top performers * See which Vanguard funds beat 84% of their competitors over 10 years
Where To Buy ETFs
* Compare Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard and 7+ top ETF brokerages side by side * All platforms offer $0 commissions on U.S.-listed ETFs * Start investing with as little as $1 through fractional shares
Forex Scams Guide
The forex market is real and regulated, but scammers use it as cover. Learn how to tell legitimate brokers from fraud, spot red flags, and keep your money safe.
ETF vs Mutual Fund vs Index Fund
Understand the key differences between ETFs, mutual funds, and index funds, and find out which investment type fits your financial goals.
Poorest Countries in Europe
* Ukraine is Europe's poorest country at just 7.5% of U.S. economic levels * It's followed closely by Kosovo and Moldova * Romania ranks 11th but has made significant progress * See the complete ranking of Europe's poorest countries and how they compare to the U.S.
Financer Partners Launch
Financer.com just launched a new program for banks, lenders, and fintech companies that want to reach the people already comparing their products. Here's what it includes and how to get listed.
Gold ETF vs Physical Gold
Compare gold ETFs and physical gold across costs, liquidity, storage, taxes, and security. Find out which gold investment fits your goals and portfolio size.
Crypto Scams
A complete guide to the most dangerous crypto scams targeting US investors, from pig butchering and Bitcoin ATM fraud to deepfake endorsements and fake exchanges.
ETFs vs Mutual Funds
* Learn the key differences between ETFs and mutual funds * Compare costs, tax efficiency, and trading flexibility * Find the right investment type for your portfolio and goals
Invest in Index Funds
Follow our step-by-step guide to start investing in index funds with as little as $1. Learn which funds to choose, how to open an account, and how to build long-term wealth.
Gold ETF Investing
* We present an overview into gold ETF investing * Find out how they work and what your best options are * Compare gold ETFs with physical gold * Investigate any tax implications with gold ETFs * Decide for yourself: is investing in gold ETFs a good idea?
Active ETFs
* Active ETFs combine professional portfolio management with the tax efficiency and low costs of the ETF structure * Global active ETF assets reached $1.7 trillion at end of 2025, growing at a 53% organic rate * Average expense ratio of 0.63% vs. 1.02% for actively managed mutual funds * SEC approved dual share class structures, enabling mutual fund-to-ETF conversions
Index Fund
* Index funds track market indexes like the S&P 500 at ultra-low cost * 90% of active fund managers underperform index funds over 15 years * You can start investing with as little as $1 through fractional shares * Expense ratios range from 0% to 0.20%, saving thousands over decades