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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What Kind of Retirement Is Right for You?
What Kind of Retirement Is Right for You?
While many of us like to dream about retirement, too many of us d... read more

March 29, 2015

Personal Finance

How to Create Wealth You Can Pass Down to Your Kids
How to Create Wealth You Can Pass Down to Your Kids
Your money is the culmination of hard work, discipline and smart ... read more

March 28, 2015

Personal Finance

Why Refinancing Might Be the Right Move for You
Why Refinancing Might Be the Right Move for You
Buying a home is usually a long-term commitment. Unless you pay i... read more

March 28, 2015

Personal Finance

spring cleaning your finances
7 Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Finances
Cold weather often means hibernation, binge-watching television a... read more

March 26, 2015

Personal Finance

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The Dangers of Choosing Credit Over Cash
Using cash may seem like a thing of the past these days. Credit c... read more

March 25, 2015

Credit Cards

How to Plan for Retirement When Your Spouse Will Not
5 Money Moves to Help You Retire Sooner
Retirement always seems far away — until it’s a reality. The... read more

March 23, 2015

Personal Finance