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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How to get down payment assistance: Your quick guide
There are resources available to help you buy a home through loans, programs and more. Learn how you can find down payment assistance to become a homeowner.
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How special-purpose credit programs can help achieve homeownership
Special-purpose credit programs allow borrowers from underserved populations a chance for certain benefits in qualifying for a mortgage. Read on for details!...
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FHA appraisal and inspection: Guidelines and requirements
An FHA loan requires an appraisal to ensure a home meets proper standards. Learn how an FHA appraisal works, how to prepare and what to expect afterwards.
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How rising fed interest rates can affect home buyers and sellers
The Fed rate hikes have raised mortgage interest rates in 2022. See how higher Fed interest rates affect home buyers and sellers and what borrowers can do ne...
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Housing market inflation: What you need to know
Inflation occurs when prices rise relative to the value of the dollar. Learn more about housing market inflation market plus tips for buying.
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HIRO mortgage program: High LTV refinance option
The HIRO mortgage program was a high loan-to-value refinance option that offered mortgage relief to owners with low equity in their homes. Here's how it work...
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Get a leg up on the competition with Verified Approval
A Verified Approval allows you to confidently make an offer knowing that your financing is rock solid. Read on for details!
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Buy and sell your home with trusted partners
Whether you’re looking to buy your first or your fifth home, it’s a tough market out there right now. Learn how we can support you.
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - June 2022
The Federal Reserve made a big bump in the federal funds rate to try to bring inflation under control. Read on for more details!
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - March 2023
It’s been a wild month in the financial sector. Find out how the Federal Reserve reacted in their latest meeting on interest rates.
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Federal reserve press release in plain English - May 2023
Continued stress in the banking sector and some mixed economic signals have characterized the last few weeks. How did the Federal Reserve react?
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - November 2022
The Federal Reserve raised the federal funds rate again, but how much and what does it mean for the future? All that ahead.
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - July 2022
The Federal Reserve raised interest rates, but there are other important details. Read on for a plain English translation of the latest.
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - June 2023
While the Federal Reserve probably isn’t done with rate hikes, they chose to waive the target range for the federal funds rate where it is this time ar...
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Federal Reserve press release in plain english - July 2023
The Federal Open Market Committee chose to raise the target range for the federal funds rate 0.25% to 5.25% – 5.5%. We break down what it means for you...
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - September 2023
The Federal Reserve chose to leave the target for the federal funds rate alone at its September meeting. There was a projection of what’s coming next.
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Federal Reserve press release in plain english - December 2022
The Federal Reserve raised the federal funds rate by 0.5% in December to a range of 4.25% – 4.5%. Check out our analysis on what that means for you.
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Federal Reserve press release in plain English - February 2023
The Federal Reserve raised the target for the federal funds rate by 0.25%. Get the details on this and where members see interest rates headed in the future....
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