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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.

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Personal Finance

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New York University

Recent Articles

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4-minute read

Are closing costs tax-deductible?

You can buy fixer-upper houses at lower prices and renovate them to enjoy or sell. Learn how this works – and uncover the pros and cons of buying a fixer-...

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5-minute read

FHA minimum property standards checklist: What to know

Planning on purchasing a home with an FHA loan? Make sure it can be FHA-approved with our useful FHA minimum property standards checklist.

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4-minute read

FHA DTI ratio requirements (2026 guide)

Learn FHA DTI ratio requirements for 2026, max limits, front‑end vs back‑end, and how to calculate and lower your DTI. See examples. Get prepped to apply.

Top of a house in the process of being constructed.

7-minute read

FHA Construction-to-permanent loans: A guide

Learn how FHA construction-to-permanent loans fund your build and convert to a mortgage with flexible credit and low down payments. Compare options and apply.

Young family of three sitting on front steps of a house.

8-minute read

Rent-to-own homes: How it works and what to consider

Rent-to-own homes let you put part of your monthly rent toward a down payment on the property. Explore what a rent-to-own home is and how it works.

9-minute read

How to get a mortgage preapproval

Mortgage preapproval is an important step in your home-buying journey that helps you understand your borrowing ability. Find out what the process involves.

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8-minute read

7 ways to refinance a mortgage if you have ‘bad’ credit

If you’re looking to refinance, you’ll typically need to meet credit requirements. But it’s still possible to refinance with bad credit.

Couple sitting on the floor of their home side by side and smiling together.

8-minute read

How to find rent-to-own homes: A guide

Are you on the hunt for a rent-to-own home? Read our helpful guide on the different ways you can go about finding a rent-to-own home that fits your needs.

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6-minute read

How long does FHA approval take?

How long does FHA approval take? See a clear timeline from preapproval to closing, what affects speed, and tips to fast-track your loan approval. Start now.