
Valerie Smith is a writer based in Southern California, specializing in legal, real estate, finance, and aviation topics. Valerie is a commercial pilot, FAA licensed aircraft dispatcher, FAA licensed Advanced and Instrument Ground Instructor, California real estate broker, and certified paralegal. Her work has appeared in numerous publications in print and online. A life-long California resident, Valerie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from San Diego State University and attended Sheffield School of Aeronautics.Â
Personal website:Â http://www.writingbyvalerie.com/Â
Latest Articles
What Is the Bank of America Cashier’s Check Fee?
by Valerie Smith
11 Tips for Dealing With Back Taxes
by Valerie Smith
Two-Thirds of Americans Want To Start a Small Business — 7 Key Signs You’re Ready
by Valerie Smith
How To Make a Nordstrom Credit Card Payment
by Valerie Smith
When To Hire a Tax Attorney: 6 Reasons You Might Need One
by Valerie Smith
More from our award winning expert contributors

Barbara Ginty
'Future Rich' Podcast Host
Barbara Ginty is a Certified Financial Planner and the host of the "Future Rich" podcast. Each week on the show, Ginty interviews women about their finances and helps them develop a plan to achieve their goals. The podcast was selected by NextAdvisor as one of the 10 Best Finance Podcasts for 2021.

Dave Ramsey
Author of 'The Total Money Makeover'
Dave Ramsey is a personal finance expert, bestselling author of numerous books including "The Total Money Makeover" and host of the financial advice show "The Ramsey Show," heard by 23 million listeners every week. He is also the CEO of the company Ramsey Solutions, which connects people with plans for financial success in numerous areas such as getting out of debt and saving for retirement.

David Bach
Author of 'The Automatic Millionaire'
David Bach is a trusted financial expert and the author of several bestselling personal finance books, including "The Automatic Millionaire" and "Smart Women Finish Rich." In addition to reaching millions through his books, Bach has shared his money advice as both a television and radio host. He has been a contributor to NBC's "Today Show" and hosted the radio shows "The FinishRich Minute" and "Finish Rich With David Bach."

Grant Cardone
Author of 'The 10X Rule'
Grant Cardone is the author of "The 10X Rule" and CEO of Cardone Capital. He's written two other books and is the creator of 21 bestselling business programs.