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Maggie Davis

Staff Writer

Maggie Davis is a staff writer on the studies and surveys team at LendingTree. She loves keeping people informed about important financial topics by presenting data in an accessible way. By doing so, Maggie feels she’s contributing to a more financially informed society. She’s particularly passionate about debunking myths and clarifying misconceptions, making the often intimidating world of personal finance more approachable for everyone.

Before joining LendingTree In 2022, Maggie worked in public relations and media coordination in the hospitality technology and real estate industries. Throughout her career, she has focused on breaking down complex topics and identifying new trends across consumer behavior.


Specialties

  • Loans
  • Business loans
  • Mortgages
  • Credit cards
  • Insurance
  • Deposit accounts

Achievements

  • 100+ articles written for LendingTree, ValuePenguin and DepositAccounts
  • 4+ years in journalism and personal finance
  • 2+ years of personal finance experience

Education

  • BA, Pepperdine University

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Articles by Maggie Davis

69% of Americans Admit to Emotional Spending, Pushing 39% of Them Into Debt

Feeling blue? You wouldn’t be alone if you use your wallet to combat your sadness. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 U.S.... read more

Buying in Bulk Could Save Shoppers 27%, on Average — Led by Paper Towels, Water and Batteries

With grocery prices rising, consumers may be looking to cut costs wherever they can — and that may mean buying in bulk. Good news for... read more

Majority of Homeowners Tackling Home Improvement Projects, With Painting, Landscaping and Bathroom Upgrades Topping To-Do Lists

Home is where the heart is, but it’s also where the hammer is lately. In the past 12 months, 68% of homeowners started or completed... read more

Fueled by Social Media, Gen Zers and Millennials Admit to Overspending on Beauty Products

Beauty is pain — and it’s particularly painful on wallets. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 1,950 U.S. consumers, Americans spend an average... read more

26% of Americans Have Taken on Debt for the Latest Tech, Averaging $1,492 in the Red

Phones, computers and smartwatches are the Apple (brand or otherwise) of many consumers’ eyes — but shelling out for new technology isn’t exactly smart for... read more

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