Kevin Graham
Senior Writer
Kevin Graham is a Senior Writer with Rocket who has spent more than a decade covering mortgage, real estate, and personal finance. He has passed the MLO SAFE exam given to mortgage bankers and maintains his knowledge through continuing education courses. He has a BA in journalism from Oakland University.
A self-professed economics nerd, he brings knowledge to topics as varied as understanding what makes for a solid mortgage approval to interest rates and the doings of the Federal Reserve. He aims to help home buyers understand what real estate trends mean for them. He’s also unafraid to dig in on tax explainers.
In addition to his main writing interests, Kevin brings his life experience with cerebral palsy spastic quadriplegia into articles on home modification and personal finance for those living with disabilities. In his off hours, Kevin would challenge you to find a bigger fan of the Detroit Tigers.
Recent articles
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What are closing costs and how much will you pay?
Closing costs can add thousands to your home purchase. Learn what’s included, who pays, and how to estimate your costs before you buy.
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VA cash-out refinance: What it is and how it works
A VA cash-out refinance loan helps you access lump-sum financing. Learn how it works, eligibility criteria, pros and cons, and when getting one makes sense.<...
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What is escrow and how does it work?
What is escrow? Learn how escrow accounts work when buying a home, paying taxes and insurance, and managing your mortgage. Read more today.
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What are mortgage bonds and how do they work?
Learn what mortgage bonds are, how they work, and the risks and returns. See how they compare to mortgage-backed securities and other bonds.
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What’s in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act?
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act covers everything from points and fees on small loans to appraisals to manufactured housing. We have the highlights.
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Making escrow simpler through Rocket Mortgage
Learn what an escrow analysis is, how it affects your mortgage payment, and what to expect from changes in taxes, insurance, and escrow balance.
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