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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retirement
5 Ways to Help Your Parents Retire
When we were young, most of us depended on our parents. They pro... read more

March 15, 2015

Personal Finance

home affordability
What Makes a Home Affordable?
Deciding where to live can be hard. You are probably thinking abo... read more

March 14, 2015

Mortgages

spring break cost
5 Ways to Save More Money This Spring
As the weather (finally) warms up, most of us are ready to leave ... read more

March 13, 2015

Uncategorized

tap into your 401k
Should You Ever Tap Into Your 401K?
Saving for retirement isn’t easy. It’s hard to forgo things n... read more

March 9, 2015

Personal Finance

before you buy a home
3 Reasons to Buy a House You Don’t Want to Live in
The homebuying landscape can be difficult and confusing to naviga... read more

March 7, 2015

Mortgages

break-even year
Rent or Buy? The Key Is the Break-Even Year
Housing costs is often the biggest part of any American’s ... read more

March 7, 2015

Personal Loans