Erik J. Martin is a Chicago area-based freelance writer whose articles have been published by the US Chamber of Commerce, AARP The Magazine, Reader's Digest, The Costco Connection, The Chicago Tribune, Los Angeles Times, and other publications. He often writes on topics related to real estate, financial services, business, technology, health care, and entertainment. He also hosts a podcast and publishes several blogs, including martinspiration.com and cineversegroup.com.