AJ Smith

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AJ Smith is an award-winning journalist with more than a decade of experience in television, radio, newspapers, magazines and online content. She currently serves as the managing editor for SmartAsset. AJ has a passion for meeting new people, sharing stories and helping others. She has degrees from Princeton University and Mississippi State University. AJ and her husband also write and illustrate educational children’s books.

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The Short & Simple Financial Checklist Everyone Needs
When it comes to your fiscal health, things may seem overwhelming... read more

August 24, 2015

Personal Finance

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5 Ways Becoming a Stay-at-Home Parent Can Squeeze Your Budget
Being a stay-at-home parent can offer all sorts of advantages lik... read more

August 24, 2015

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How to Retire Debt-Free: A 4-Step Checklist
Do you know how much you need in savings to fund your retirement?... read more

August 23, 2015

Managing Debt

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5 Tips for How to Tip
There seems to regularly be a lot of discussion about the death o... read more

August 21, 2015

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4 Tips to Help You Tackle Student Loan Debt
Higher education is expensive — and prices continue to rise. Be... read more

August 20, 2015

Student Loans

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5 Ways to Make Sure You Get Your Security Deposit Back
Moving into a new apartment can be exciting, but it can also be s... read more

August 16, 2015

Personal Finance