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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budget for student loans
How to Budget for Student Loan Payments
The annual cost of college education has risen by 130% in the pas... read more

November 26, 2014

Student Loans

loan money to family
How to Lend Money to Family & Friends
We hear all the time that you should not loan money to friends, b... read more

November 24, 2014

Personal Finance

investment property
Can You Afford an Investment Property?
Making extra money without much work — it can seem almost too ... read more

November 23, 2014

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new job
How to Get a New Job in the New Year
With the new year approaching, it can be a great time to assess w... read more

November 23, 2014

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outgrown your house
5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Home
Although buying your home was likely the biggest financial and pe... read more

November 22, 2014

Mortgages

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Why You Aren’t Ready to Retire
Just because you reach a certain age or achieve a certain milesto... read more

November 19, 2014

Personal Finance