Terence Loose has held editorial positions at national magazines, as well as analyst and writer positions at Netflix. He has written extensively on everything from finance and real estate to entertainment and travel, and holds an MFA from UCLA. He is the author of the 2024 novel Aloha Is Dead.

Terence Loose

Contributing writer

Terence Loose has held editorial positions at national publications, as well as movie and TV analyst and writer positions at Netflix. He has written extensively on everything from business, personal finance and real estate to entertainment, celebrity and travel. His work has appeared on prominent finance sites like GOBankingRates, Yahoo!, CNBC, among others, as well as in publications such as COAST, Riviera, Movieline, The Los Angeles Times, and The OC Register.
 
Loose’s novel, Aloha Is Dead, was published in 2024 and he has taught writing and storytelling at UCLA, UCI, and Netflix, and holds an MFA from UCLA. An avid waterman, when he is not typing, Loose is surfing, diving or trying to spear dinner.

Expertise

Mortgage
Real Estate
Personal Finance

Education

MFA, UCLA

Recent Articles

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Condo financing: How condo loans work

Applying for a condo loan? Learn how condo financing works, what lenders review about the HOA and building, and which loan programs can help you qualify.

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What is joint tenancy? Definition, pros, and cons

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The appraisal waiver: What home buyers should know

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If you’re unable to get a mortgage on your own, adding a co-borrower may increase your chances of approval. Learn more about how adding a co-borrower can ...

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What is a warranty deed?

When you buy a home, you want to be sure that no one but you and your lender hold claim to the property. Find out how a warranty deed protects you.

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