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Abby Badach Doyle
Lead Writer & Content Strategist
Expertise
Mortgages for bad credit•
renting vs. buying•
mortgage refinance
How I Think About Money“Buying a house isn’t just about money — it’s about designing your life. What do you value? What brings you joy? I write to help people see finances through an abundance mindset. Roadblocks don’t have to end your dream; they just reshape the strategy.”
11+Years of Experience
60+Articles Written
7.9M+Readers Reached
Previous experience
Freelance writer/reporter
Editor and content strategist, Erie Insurance
Writer/editor, The Rosen Publishing Group
Education
B.A. in journalism communications from Gannon University
Awards
Public Relations Society of America, NWPA Chapter: 2019 Silver Niagara Award, Publications (Print or Digital)
Abby Badach Doyle has been writing about homeownership and mortgages for NerdWallet since 2022. Her work has been featured in outlets including The Associated Press, The Washington Post and The Seattle Times. From interactive tools to practical advice, Abby is passionate about making the homebuying journey less stressful — especially for first-time buyers.
As a reporter, she is interested in writing about innovative housing solutions (like co-living) and personal stories about how homeownership builds community and a sense of belonging.
Abby is also a musician, songwriter and producer who knows the challenge of balancing creative fulfillment with financial stability. In 2024, she produced a special episode of NerdWallet’s “Smart Money” podcast on how to navigate income swings in a creative career.
Abby is based in Pittsburgh, a city defined by working-class grit and neighborly spirit. When she’s not writing about personal finance, she’s at her urban homestead: playing fiddle, raising chickens and preserving the bounty from her garden.
Renting to own is a legitimate way to buy a house. Kate Wood and Abby Badach Doyle share what rent-to-own is, advantages, and considerations as you look for the path to homeownership.