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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

Prospective Used Car Buyers Stretching Their Finances to Purchase Dodges/Rams, Nissans and GMCs, While Mini, Volvo and Audi Shoppers Can Best Afford Theirs

As with many facets of today’s economy, consumers seeking auto financing are feeling monetary strain. In fact, consumers on the LendingTree platform in the six... read more

Fans Shake off High Ticket Prices for the Love of Rock and Roll, With Concert Hopefuls Planning To Spend Nearly $800 on Their Favorite Artists This Year

With concert season in full swing, live music fans are grappling with the ticket industry. According to the latest LendingTree survey of nearly 2,000 U.S.... read more

Although 63% of Homebuyers Have Negotiated the Purchase Price, Only 39% Negotiated the Mortgage or Refinance Rate Despite the Likelihood of a Better Deal

The art of homebuying negotiation can hold the key to substantial savings, even if many prospective buyers miss out on related opportunities. In fact, just... read more

Americans on Pace to File 22% Fewer FAFSAs for 2023-24 Academic Year

Students looking for federal student aid — from student loans and scholarships to grants and work-study jobs — must submit Free Application for Federal Student... read more

4 of Largest US Metros Have Average of More Than 30% of Credit Cardholders With 5-Figure Balances

After several tumultuous years for the U.S. economy, the weight of consumer credit card debt has become increasingly burdensome. In fact, an average of 22.6%... read more

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