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Editor: David Reiss
Cornell Law School

September 22, 2017

What Is a Credit Reference?

By David Reiss

WalletHub quoted me in What Is A Credit Reference? Definition, Examples & More. It opens, A “credit reference” is a document that attests to the creditworthiness of a prospective borrower or rental applicant. The most common type of credit reference is … Continue reading

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July 5, 2017

First-Time Homebuyer Tips

By David Reiss

The Lenders Network quoted me in First-Time Home Buyer Tips and Advice from Top Mortgage & Real Estate Experts. It reads, in part, If you’re in the market to purchase your first home, then you know there’s much for you to … Continue reading

June 23, 2017

Mortgage Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval

By David Reiss

Realtor.com quoted me in Mortgage Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval: What’s the Difference? It opens, When buying a home, cash is king, but most folks don’t have hundreds of thousands of dollars lying in the bank. Of course, that’s why obtaining a mortgage is such … Continue reading

June 21, 2017

Reverse Mortgage Drawbacks

By David Reiss

US News and World Report quoted me in 6 Drawbacks of Reverse Mortgages. It opens, For some seniors, reverse mortgages represent a financial lifeline. They are a way to tap into home equity and pay the bills when meager savings won’t … Continue reading

May 22, 2017

Using Home Equity Responsibly

By David Reiss

Chase.com quoted me in How a Home Equity Line of Credit Can Help Your Family. It reads, If you’re a homeowner, you could qualify for a unique financial product: the Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC). HELOCs allow you to borrow … Continue reading

May 9, 2017

Mortgages for Grads

By David Reiss

Realtor.com quoted me in College Grads Can Get Home Grants—but There’s a Catch. It opens, Recent college graduates hoping to buy a home have one more reason to toss their caps in the air these days: Programs offering home grants to new grads are … Continue reading