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 over 25 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 promote 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

Refinance Mortgage Guide

The mortgage refinance is specific loan, that homeowners do to secure more favorable terms, with existing mortgage lien. People who own a home and have a mortgage are often watch current mortgage interest rates. They want to figure out if now is the best time to refinance their mortgage. This is always a gamble because… Read More »

Adjustable Rate Mortgage Pros and Cons

For people who are getting a home loan this year, you may know that you are probably buying in a time of rising interest rates. While interest rates will not rise through the roof, you can expect to pay more for a mortgage in six months than today. There are millions of people who have… Read More »

Easy Ways to Remodel a House with an Equity Line of Credit

Home remodeling projects can breathe new life into your living space, increase your home’s value, and cater to your changing needs. However, such projects often come with a hefty price tag, which can leave homeowners wondering about financing options. One versatile and convenient method to finance a home remodel to use a line of credit.… Read More »

Guide to Land Loan Financing

Are you thinking about getting a loan for land? Below is a complete guide to vacant land loans. With the Federal Reserve pledging to not raise rates more in 2024  and mortgage lenders expanding their guidelines on land loans, you can expect many investment and construction opportunities to arise as a result.  Keep this article… Read More »

Pros and Cons of Paying Off Your Mortgage Loan Early

Approaching retirement with a mortgage fully paid off can translate to increased discretionary income from fixed sources when you retire. While there are instances where the savings from paying off your mortgage prematurely may not surpass potential earnings from alternative investments, the non-monetary advantages, such as peace of mind, associated with early mortgage repayment may… Read More »

7 Ways to Get a Mortgage After a Foreclosure

It is not easy to buy a home or refinance a mortgage if you have had a foreclosure or bankruptcy, but the good news is it is not impossible by any means. How easy or difficult it will be will depend upon several factors, such as the type of bankruptcy you had – 7 and… Read More »

Why the 15 Year Fixed Rate Mortgage Has Benefits

A 15-year mortgage offers several significant benefits to borrowers looking to own their homes quickly and reduce overall interest costs. Mortgage rates have been very low in the last few years, especially for 15-year mortgages. Did you know that just a few years ago, Zillow reported 15 year mortgage under 3% for qualified borrowers? That… Read More »

Why Home Equity Loan Programs Are Heating Up

When interest rates rise, homeowners stop refinancing to get cash out and start choosing the home equity loan programs because it enables them to preserve their low interest rate on their current mortgage. Homeowners love the freedom to utilize a home equity loan for a wide range of purposes, but it is advisable to refrain… Read More »

How to Buy a Home with a VA Mortgage Loan

The VA mortgage loans offers amazing benefits for military home buyers seeking to buy a home with affordable financing and no down-payment. If you’re a military veteran or active-duty military, and you want to buy a home, consider the VA mortgage program that requires no money down and no mortgage insurance. For many active military… Read More »