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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

Maggie’s favorite credit card

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Articles by Maggie Davis

What It Takes to Earn an 800 Credit Score

From getting a mortgage or renting an apartment to taking out a loan, having a good credit score can make a huge difference in your... read more

Hard Inquiries Down 6% in US — Here Are the States With the Biggest Shifts

After a year of high inflation, hard credit inquiries — which generally occur when you apply for a loan or line of credit such as... read more

57% of Quiet Quitters Say Their Work-Life Balance Has Improved; For Working Parents With Young Children, It’s Even Higher

Millions of Americans left their jobs in waves during the Great Resignation that began in 2021, but employees now are increasingly choosing not to resign... read more

Side Hustlers on the Rise, and Nearly 70% Say They’re More Reliant on the Extra Income Due to Inflation

Between cutting back on Thanksgiving costs and struggling with late bill payments, consumers have felt the effects of inflation. Now, after a year of steep... read more

Holiday Blessed or Stressed? 56% of Gift-Givers Are Feeling the Pressure This Season, With Parents, Millennials and Women Topping the List

As the holidays approach, many Americans are feeling like their wallets are stretched thin. If costly Thanksgivings weren’t enough to stress consumers, more than half... read more

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