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Ashley McCann

Content Marketing Manager at YNAB

Ashley brings a powerhouse of skills to the YNAB team with a background in writing, journalism, and SEO wizardry. After spending far too long blaming the mysteries of math for her money problems, Ashley discovered YNAB (way back in the days of Whiteboard Wednesday) and learned to think about money as a possibility instead of a problem. Now she manages YNAB's team of accomplished writers and collaborates on messaging and content strategy in an effort to help others experience less financial stress.

When she's not rearranging the alphabet, defending the honor of the Oxford comma, and abusing alliteration, Ashley spends her days in South Florida meeting the many (many) needs of her cats and trying to convince her two young adult sons that her job is legitimate work, despite looking like so much fun.

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Ashley

401k vs Roth IRA: Retirement Plan Rumble

Trying to decide which side to take in the 401k vs Roth IRA battle? We’ve got advice. Let’s get ready to rumble with retirement savings.

What Should I Do With My Investments Now?

Nothing puts a damper on saving for retirement quite like investments losing money. Should your investing strategy change during a downturn?

What is a Good Credit Score?

For a good credit score, do your best to pay your bills on time, pay off your debt and only apply for new credit if you really need it.

How Does Afterpay Work?

How does Afterpay work? Wondering how services like Afterpay actually make money? Well, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

“Not Guilty” Budget Splurges

Living on a budget doesn't mean being restricted in spending. We asked, you told: shame-free budget splurges worth every penny.

10 Creative Ways to Save Money

As costs continue to rise, it's more important than ever to save cash when and where you can. Check out these 10 creative ways to save money.

Truth Time: Things I’m Glad My Budget Doesn’t Track

When you enter your transactions faithfully, your budget becomes a source of spending truth. Which aspects of life are we happy not to track?

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A How-Not-To: The Money Confessional

We asked for your best worst budgeting hacks and, oh boy, did you guys deliver. Read the finest how-not-to bunch of budgeting advice around.

Using YNAB as a Student Loan Planner

Defeat student loan debt by setting up your budget so that it doubles as a student loan planner with this step-by-step guide.

How Do Student Loans Work?

"How do student loans work" doesn't always have an easy answer. Learn all about the ins and outs and risks and rewards of student loans.

The Hidden Costs of House Pets

Wondering how much house pets cost? While you can predict some expenses, the unexpected is inevitable. See common and uncommon pet costs.

A Small Business Tax Planning System That Works

Use a small business tax planning system that works—your budget. Learn how to set up YNAB to streamline tax season for your business.