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Ashley Maready

Financial writer and editor

Ashley is an ex-museum professional turned content writer and editor. When she changed careers, she was finally able to focus on turning her financial situation around. She went from deeply in debt to homeowner in two years. Ashley has a passion for teaching others about better living through better money management.

Women and Money: 6 Things Women Should Know about Money and Debt
6 Things Women Should Know about Money and Debt

August 20, 2025

From the gender pay gap to financial stress, find out what you need to know…

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Seven Easy Ways to Start Saving for Christmas
Seven Easy Ways to Start Saving for Christmas

August 30, 2025

Saving for Christmas or the whole holiday season doesn't have to be a stressful endeavor…

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What collection debt looks like in Americal
What Collection Debt Looks Like in America: A Mid-Year Look

August 22, 2025

Collections debt averages $3,000: What do the numbers reveal about finances today? Find out how you stack up.

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Mid-Year Money Check: What Your Credit Utilization
Mid-Year Money Check: What Your Credit Utilization Says About You

September 9, 2025

Credit utilization can be a vital indicator of your credit health. Here's how to use it for a mid-year credit check-up.

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3 Reasons People Stay In Debt
4 Reasons People Stay In Debt (and What To Do About It)

August 25, 2025

People get into debt for many reasons. But sometimes, they stay in debt because they…

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How to Get Student Loan Debt Relief
How to Find Student Loan Debt Relief

September 11, 2025

What is student loan debt relief and how to get student loan debt forgiveness.

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Do You Need to Change Your Spending Habits?
Do You Need to Change Your Spending Habits?

September 5, 2025

If you are facing a rough patch with your finances, maybe you need to change…

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Same-Sex Couples Denied a Mortgage More Often
Same-Sex Couples Denied a Mortgage More Often

September 7, 2025

A study shows same-sex couples are denied a mortgage more often than then heterosexual couples.…

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In a Strong Market, Here are Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value
Smart Ways to Increase Your Home Value

August 31, 2025

If you’re doing renovations to increase your home’s value, use rewards cards or smart financing…

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