Tom McLean
Sr. Editor
Tom McLean is a veteran writer, editor, and author with more than 30 years’ experience as a professional journalist. A graduate of the University of Arizona, McLean worked as a news writer, copyeditor, and page designer for daily newspapers in Arizona, Idaho, and California before entering entertainment journalism as a features editor at Variety, where he covered such diverse topics as animation, visual effects, the Oscars, and the comic book business. His freelance articles have appeared in Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, Animation Magazine, Animation World Network, Newsarama.com and the Los Angeles Times. He is the author of Mutant Cinema: The X-Men Trilogy from Page to Screen, published in 2008, and served three years as editor in chief of Animation Magazine. Tom joined Rocket Los Angeles in 2021 to bring his experience to topics ranging from auto insurance to mortgages, real estate, loans, and personal finance. A native of Canada, he lives in Los Angeles with his wife and their two daughters.
Recent Articles
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How much house can I afford with a $120K salary?
Are you considering buying a house on a $120,000 annual salary? Learn about how much house you could afford and which mortgage options you can choose from.
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How much is a mortgage on a $700K house?
Many factors affect the mortgage payment when buying a $700,000 home. Learn how your down payment, interest rate, and loan term determine your monthly total.
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How much is a mortgage on a $900K house?
Expect the mortgage payment on a home costing $900,000 to be between $5,000 and $8,000 per month, depending on your down payment, mortgage rate, and loan ter...
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FHA loans in Arizona
FHA loans can help you buy a home in Arizona with a low down payment and flexible credit requirements. Learn how FHA loans work and the Arizona loan limits.
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How much house can I afford with a $90K salary?
Starting your home buying journey with a salary of $90,000 a year? Learn more about your mortgage options and how much house you can afford with $90,000.
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Average closing costs in Michigan
Closing costs in Michigan are typically lower than the national average. Before you close on a house in Michigan, calculate the anticipated closing costs.
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What salary do I need to afford a $1 million home?
How much house you can afford is determined by a number of factors. Learn how much income you need to afford a $1 million home.
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How much income do I need for a $550K home?
How much house you can afford depends on factors like your income, credit score, and existing debts. Learn how much income you need for a $550,000 home.
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Florida property tax guide for homeowners
Florida has a lower effective property tax rate than many other states. Learn about how the Florida property tax system works and what you can expect to owe....
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