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Taylor Freitas
Contributor, Personal Finance
EXPERTISE
- Real estate
- Home equity loans and mortgages
- Personal finance
- Consumer loans
- Small business loans
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Arts, University of Southern California
Taylor Freitas is a Bankrate contributor with over a decade of professional journalism experience. Over her career, she has covered various topics, including personal finance, credit cards, travel rewards, home ownership, mortgages, and home improvement.
When she isn’t writing, Taylor can be found using points and miles to explore new countries (most recently, Cambodia and Vietnam), discovering new music, and cheering on her beloved USC Trojans.
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Taylor's latest articles
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Cost of selling a house in Colorado
All the fees and expenses that sellers can expect to pay in the Centennial State.
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With a score of 800, you’re in great shape credit-wise.
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New Hampshire first-time homebuyer assistance programs
If you’re a first-time homebuyer in New Hampshire, help is available.
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Should you use a HELOC to buy property overseas?
It could be a shrewd strategy, but bear in mind the risks of tapping home equity.
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Is 620 a good enough credit score to buy a house?
A credit score of 620 meets the minimum requirement of several home loans.
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What is negative equity? A guide to underwater mortgages
It’s when your home’s value sinks below the amount you owe on your mortgage.
6 min read Jan 09, 2024 -
Should you use a home equity loan to pay off an auto loan?
Probably not. Here are all the pros and cons to consider.
5 min read Dec 15, 2023
