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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

“As a health-conscious vegetarian who considers groceries my ultimate splurge, I’m all for the American Express Blue Cash Preferred® Card. That grocery cashback is unbeatable.”

Articles by Maggie Davis

Consumers Pay Up to 92% More for Pumpkin Items, but ‘Pumpkin Spice Tax’ Is Narrowing

Fall’s flavor can come at a high cost. According to the latest LendingTree study, pumpkin-flavored products cost an average of 7.4% more than their nonpumpkin... read more

23% of Americans Report Neighborhood Home Break-Ins in Past 5 Years, With 46% Saying Local Officials and Officers Don’t Do Enough to Help

A locked door isn’t always enough. According to the latest LendingTree survey of 2,000 U.S. consumers, nearly a quarter (23%) of Americans say their home... read more

Average Car Payment and Auto Loan Statistics: 2024

The average car payment for new vehicles was $734 per month in the second quarter of 2024, a 0.1% increase from the second quarter of... read more

Full-Time Child Care for 2 Kids Costs 39% More Than Rent Across 100 Largest US Metros

Child care is expensive. In fact, families who pay for child care spend an average of 18.6% of their income on it. As parents juggle... read more

65% of Single Daters Say Inflation Has Impacted Their Dating Life

Single Americans’ hearts and wallets are taking a hit. According to the latest LendingTree survey of over 2,000 U.S. consumers, 65% of active daters say... read more

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