Jen Smith is a personal finance writer and best-selling author of The No-Spend Challenge Guide. After paying off $78,000 of debt in two years, she's passionate about helping everyday people gain control of their spending and enjoy life without spending a fortune. When she's not writing you can find her fumbling through life as a new mom and sneaking in as much time as possible in the Florida sun.
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