Rene Bermudez

Staff Writer

  • Expertise: Mortgages, personal finance
  • Education: Reed College

 

Rene Bermudez is a staff writer at LendingTree, where she covers mortgages and personal finance.

Before joining LendingTree, she worked as an independent writer, editor and researcher. Her experience includes investigative work with The Nation Institute, work in the life sciences with Language Scientific, collaborations around digital rights and cultures with Prof. Ramesh Srinivasan of UCLA’s Department of Information Studies and e-commerce coverage for Verifone.

Rene has a bachelor’s degree in Classics (Greek, Latin, and Ancient Mediterranean Studies) from Reed College.

Articles by Rene Bermudez

Reverse Mortgage Pros and Cons

July 18, 2022

A reverse mortgage is a special type of home loan that allows older homeowners with significant equity — at least 50% — to borrow against... read more

Mortgage APR vs. Interest Rate: What’s the Difference?

July 18, 2022

As a prospective homebuyer, you may be wondering about the meaning of an APR vs. interest rate. An APR (annual percentage rate) represents the true... read more

Understanding the FHA CAIVRS Report

July 18, 2022

Mortgages backed by a government agency can provide excellent value, especially for those who struggle to qualify for conventional loans. But there’s a catch: you... read more

Mortgage Protection Insurance: What It Is and How It Works

July 8, 2022

Owning your own home can offer a great sense of security — but what if the worst happens and you or your spouse die unexpectedly?... read more

What Is a Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure?

July 8, 2022

A deed in lieu of foreclosure involves a homeowner transferring ownership of their house to their mortgage lender instead (“in lieu”) of going through the... read more

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