Laura McMullen writes about saving money and spending it mindfully. She’s also edited content and helped craft original NerdWallet studies. Previously, Laura was a reporter and editor at U.S. News & World Report, where she also helped with its hallmark rankings and discussed her reporting on local radio. Laura’s writing has appeared in The Associated Press, The New York Times, The Washington Post and other outlets. Email: [email protected]. Twitter: @lauraemcmullen.
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