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.

Jaspreet Singh: Why Your Raise Might Get Canceled

For people who don't earn enough at their job to live comfortably, the promise of a raise can be a major motivator that keeps them working hard to alleviate their financial stress. Unfortunately, some...

by Angela Mae

8 Target Essentials You Shouldn’t Buy Anywhere Else

When it comes to choosing where to spend your money, your options might be endless but it's still important to pick a place that matches your needs and budget. At Target, you can find an array of...

by Angela Mae

9 Ways Boomers Can Build Wealth in 5 Years

Many boomers -- anyone born between 1946 and 1964 -- are either on the verge of retirement or have already retired. For those who haven't built a significant amount of wealth, now might seem like the...

by Angela Mae

13 Highest-Paying Jobs If You Want To Work in Financial Planning

Financial planning is a broad field that covers a multitude of niches, including retirement planning, estate planning, investment planning, risk management and budget management. It's a field that can...

by Angela Mae

I Buy All My Groceries at Aldi: Here’s Why

Aldi offers low prices on household essentials and groceries, but people shop at this grocery store for more reasons than just that. The store's wide aisles, simple aesthetic and high quality products...

by Angela Mae

Grant Cardone: 7 Reasons You Should Invest In Real Estate Instead of Letting Your Money Sit In the Bank

Grant Cardone is a self-made millionaire who has made much of his fortune through his sales consulting business and real estate investments. While any type of investment comes with some level of risk,...

by Angela Mae

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