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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mortgage payment
What Really Goes Into Your Monthly Mortgage Payment?
We all know that buying a home is a big financial decision — l... read more

August 15, 2015

Mortgages

paycheck
Salary vs. Paycheck: Where’s All My Money Going?
Gross salary? Net salary? FICA? You may notice when you add up a ... read more

August 14, 2015

Personal Finance

debit vs. credit
A Simple Guide to Debit vs. Credit Cards
When you are putting some charges on the plastic, you may not eve... read more

August 13, 2015

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savings goals
Why It’s Important to Celebrate Even the Smallest Financial Successes
If you are working hard to get your financial health in shape, yo... read more

August 13, 2015

Personal Finance

social security
How to Talk to Your Family About Social Security Benefits
Planning for retirement may not be the most fun conversation topi... read more

August 12, 2015

Personal Finance

start saving
5 Reasons to Start Saving Right Now
Making monthly bill payments, saving for a house, growing college... read more

August 11, 2015

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