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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.

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

March 14, 2026

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

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What Is Predatory Lending?
What Is Predatory Lending?

May 3, 2026

“Trust but verify” is a good motto when you’re borrowing money. Here’s how to tell when a lender might be a scammer.

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Should You Change Your Financial Planning?
Should You Change Your Financial Planning?

October 26, 2026

Financial planning is important for everyone—whether you're wealthy or not.

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Buying a Home in My 20s Was a Financial Disaster—Here’s How I Recovered
Buying a Home in My 20s Was a Financial Disaster—Here's How I Recovered

April 7, 2026

Even if home-buying messes up your finances, you can recover. Here’s how.

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