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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

Monthly Debt Payments Approach $1,600, With California Residents Leading the Way

Most Americans are familiar with debt, but how much indebted consumers are putting toward their payments varies by location and age. Overall, Americans put an... read more

36% of Americans Took on Holiday Debt, Averaging $1,181

Consumers spread more than Christmas cheer this holiday season; they also took on debt. In fact, 36% of Americans took on holiday debt this season,... read more

Average Car Payment and Auto Loan Statistics: 2025

The average car payment for new vehicles was $737 per month in the third quarter of 2024, up 0.7% from Q3 2023. Meanwhile, average car... read more

Florida Has Highest Identity Theft Rate, With Cape Coral Seeing Biggest Spike by Metro

From online data leaks to phishing and social media scams, personal information is extremely vulnerable in today’s digital world. Residents in some states are more... read more

US Collects $23.0 Billion in Tobacco and Alcohol Sales Tax Revenue, Down 1.5% From Year Ago

Tobacco and alcohol come at a price beyond your health. Unlike a general sales tax, these products face additional taxes in an attempt to discourage... read more

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