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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How to Go on a Cheap Date Without Looking Cheap
Just because you are living on a budget, doesn’t mean you shoul... read more

April 6, 2014

Personal Finance

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How to Redecorate Your Home on a Budget
Now that spring is here, it’s a great time to do a little sprin... read more

April 5, 2014

Budgeting and Saving Money

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The Slacker’s Guide to Saving for Retirement
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April 4, 2014

Personal Finance

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Why Every Dollar You Make Needs to Have a Purpose
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April 1, 2014

Budgeting and Saving Money

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How Home Improvement Can Improve Your Tax Bill
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March 30, 2014

Taxes

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4 Signs You’re in Real Financial Trouble
Sometimes it’s not so easy to tell how bad things are until you... read more

March 29, 2014

Personal Finance