About Bryan Dornan

Bryan Dornan is a financial journalist and currently serves as Chief Editor of RefiGuide.org. Bryan has founded several mortgage and marketing companies and has worked as a loan officer and mortgage broker in the industry for nearly 30 years and has a wealth of experience in providing mortgage clients with the highest level of service in the industry. Bryan's continual focus is to educate homeowners how to leverage home equity while also promoting affordable home-ownership to consumers like you across the United States. He also writes for RealtyTimes, Patch, Buzzfeed, Medium and other national publications. Find him on Twitter, Muckrack, and Linkedin

What is the Good Neighbor Next Door Program

The Good Neighbor Next Door loan program was created from the Department of Housing and Urban Development in an effort to reward the good neighbors of our nation with affordable mortgage rates and low cost home loans. If you are a teacher, police officer, or firefighter, you may be eligible for buying a HUD home… Read More »

What is an Open End Mortgage or Line of Credit?

In the mortgage world, there are many types of home loans, each created to meet different financial needs and situations. Some homeowners may be familiar with traditional fixed-rate or adjustable-rate home loans, but fewer have encountered the open-end mortgage or credit line which are financing options that offers a unique blend of flexibility and security.… Read More »

What Is a DSCR Rental Loan?

In the world of real estate investing, securing financing is often one of the most crucial and challenging aspects. Investors need to navigate a complex landscape of loan options, requirements, and terms. Among the many types of loans available to real estate investors, Debt Service Coverage Ratio or DSCR rental loans stand out as a… Read More »

Can I Airbnb My House If I Have a Mortgage?

The rise of Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms has transformed how homeowners think about their properties. A house is no longer just a home; it’s also a potential income-generating asset. But if you have a mortgage, you might wonder: Can I Airbnb my house legally and without jeopardizing my mortgage? The answer isn’t a… Read More »

How to Finance a Home Addition

Expanding your living space by adding on to your home can be a thrilling yet daunting endeavor. Whether you are considering about creating an extra bedroom, a sun-soaked family room, an ADU or a new wing to accommodate extended family, one question inevitably looms large: how do you finance a home addition? After all, home… Read More »

Can You Refinance a Reverse Mortgage Loan?

Reverse mortgages are a popular financial opportunities for Senior homeowners looking to tap into their home’s equity for retirement income. Unlike traditional home loans, a reverse mortgage enables homeowners aged 62 or older to receive payments from their lender, using their home as collateral. Over time, the mortgage  balance increases as the homeowner receives payments,… Read More »

What Is the Freddie Mac Second Mortgage Proposal?

For the first time Freddie Mac announced a new proposal to purchase second mortgage liens on the secondary market, which increases the trust factor for banks and mortgage lenders to roll out new home equity loan programs in 2025. Freddie Mac’s second mortgage proposal is a strategic initiative aimed at expanding homeownership opportunities, particularly for… Read More »

Mortgage Guide for Calculating Rental Income from VRBO and AirBnB

How Do Mortgage Underwriters Use Rental Income from VRBO and Airbnb in 2026? Mortgage lenders can and do use rental income from short-term platforms like VRBO and Airbnb to help borrowers qualify for home loans, providing significant advantages for real estate investors seeking to expand their portfolios or homeowners looking to leverage existing rental income.… Read More »

How to Leverage Home Equity without Refinancing

Its very common for homeowners to need money but home refinancing does not always make sense when you already have a low interest rate on your existing mortgage. The RefiGuide can help you learn about popular refinancing alternatives like, HELOCs, home equity loans, cash out refinancing on other properties, shared equity agreements, reverse mortgages and… Read More »

No Doc Loans to Buy a Home with No Verification

Buying a home with a no doc loan with no income verification from the best no doc mortgage lenders can be challenging. Learn how to buy a house with a no doc mortgage from trusted non QM lenders. The housing market was hot in the early and mid-2000’s, as most of us remember. That was… Read More »