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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4 Steps for Getting the Best Financial Aid
We have all heard it in the news. Most of us have even heard it f... read more

October 20, 2015

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Simple vs. Compounding Interest: How Does It Work?
You may think of interest as a negative – when you have to pay ... read more

October 20, 2015

Personal Finance

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How to Budget for Life After College
For many of us, college is our first real taste of independence: ... read more

October 19, 2015

Student Loans

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How to Plan for Retirement as a Single Person
The single life has its advantages — but can also come with ve... read more

October 16, 2015

Personal Finance

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Thinking About Taking Out a Loan? Read This First
The prospect of taking on debt can be nerve-racking, but borrowin... read more

October 13, 2015

Personal Loans

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What Exactly Is Curb Appeal?
You know how they say first impressions last? Or how you will nev... read more

October 11, 2015

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