Angela Mae Watson

Contributor

Expert in all things personal finance, Angela Mae is passionate about investing, retirement planning, consumer loans, real estate, and financial literacy. She comes from a journalistic background and pulls from years of experience to breathe life into her stories.

Education

B.A. in English, Saint Martin's University

Accolades

Featured in a multitude of fintech and financial literacy publications

Expertise in

Investing
Credit Cards
Loans
Retirement
Saving & Spending
Banking

Where you can find them

Personal Website

Anyone can achieve financial independence - it just takes a little patience and the right amount of knowledge.

Dave Ramsey’s 7 Tips To Free You From Monetary Mediocrity

Dave Ramsey, a well-known financial guru, businessman and radio host, has a wealth of knowledge for people who are struggling to become financially independent and build wealth. Much of this insight...

by Angela Mae

I’m a Financial Advisor: Here’s Advice I Give to Clients Who Are Too Frugal

Living frugally is generally seen as a good thing, but there's such a thing as being too frugal. Some people who embrace the frugal lifestyle go to the extreme and either sacrifice their quality of...

by Angela Mae

8 Ways Your Cheap Habits Are Holding You Back Financially

As most financial experts will tell you, finding ways to cut costs and save money is a solid way to start building long-term financial stability and wealth. But there's a difference between living...

by Angela Mae

8 Hidden Costs You May Not Notice in Your Hotel Fees (And How To Avoid Them)

Taking a trip somewhere and need a hotel for a night or two? Make sure you're aware of the hidden costs that come with your accommodation. See: 8 Tips to Fly Business Class for the Price of...

by Angela Mae

Real Estate Agents: 8 Cheap, Interesting Cities To Move to If You Work From Home

When you work from home, you can live virtually anywhere you want. For some people, the ideal situation is to stay close to family and friends. But if you're looking for a change of scenery, now might...

by Angela Mae

Spending Every Time You Leave the House? 8 Ways To Prevent It

The average American spends about $6,080 a month, according to the most recent Bureau of Labor Statistics data. This is a 9% increase from the previous year. Unfortunately, many people struggle with...

by Angela Mae

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