Rory Arnold
Staff writer
Rory Arnold is a Los Angeles-based writer who has contributed to a variety of publications, including Rocket Mortgage, Quicken Loans, LowerMyBills, Ranker, Earth.com and JerseyDigs. Rory received his Bachelor of Science in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. He also completed the SoFi/Coursera Fundamentals of Personal Finance Specialization consisting of five courses: Introduction to Personal Finance, Saving Money for the Future, Managing Debt, Fundamentals of Investing, and Risk Management in Personal Finance.
Recent Articles
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Cash-out refinance vs. home equity loan
Cash-out refinance vs. home equity loan: Compare costs, payments, terms, and best-use cases so you can choose how to access equity. Learn more.
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Typical down payment on a house: What buyers should know
Learn the typical down payment on a house by loan type, price, and buyer profile, plus ways to lower upfront costs. See what may fit your budget today.
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Biweekly mortgage payments: Are they a good choice for you?
See how biweekly mortgage payments work, how much faster they may pay off your loan and key pros, cons and alternatives. Learn if they fit your goals.
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Blanket mortgage: How it works and when to use one
Learn how a blanket mortgage works, who qualifies, what it costs, and how it compares with other ways to finance multiple properties. Explore your options today...
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What is a rate-and-term refinance?
Learn what a rate-and-term refinance is, how it works, what it costs and when it may help you lower payments or change loan terms. Explore options.
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1% rule in real estate: What rental investors should know
Learn how the 1% rule in real estate helps screen rental properties, what expenses it misses, and which metrics to check before you invest. Run the numbers.
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No-closing-cost mortgage: How it works, costs, and options
Learn how a no-closing-cost mortgage works, what it costs over time and when it may save you upfront cash. Compare options with Rocket Mortgage today.
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What is a primary residence?
What is a primary residence? Learn the rules, mortgage benefits, and tax impacts, including capital gains exclusions, before you buy or sell.
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Home equity loan for debt consolidation: Pros and cons
Learn how a home equity loan for debt consolidation may lower interest, what risks to weigh, and which alternatives to compare before you apply.
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