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
7-minute read
Buying a second home: A how-to guide
Buying a second home is a little different than buying a primary residence. Learn about your loan options, financial requirements, and other key factors.
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6-minute read
What to consider before getting a home equity line of credit (HELOC)
A home equity line of credit can help you pay for home renovations or consolidate debt. However, there are pros and cons to a HELOC worth considering.
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8-minute read
What is a home equity loan? A complete guide
A home equity loan is a second mortgage that allows you to use your home as collateral to borrow a lump sum. Read this complete guide to home equity loans.
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11-minute read
Home equity loan appraisal: What homeowners should know
Learn how a home equity loan appraisal works, what appraisers look for, and how to prepare your home so you can estimate borrowing power and apply confidently.
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9-minute read
A guide to real estate and housing market indicators
Housing market indicators range from rental costs to new construction and a lot in between. Learn how these indicators can help you decide when to buy.
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20-minute read
What is a joint mortgage? A complete guide for borrowers
Learn what a joint mortgage is, how co–borrowers qualify and share responsibility, plus key pros, risks and exit options before you apply with confidence.
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