Dan Rafter
Writer
Background
A graduate of the Journalism department at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Dan Rafter has written about mortgage lending, credit scores, insurance, real estate, and personal finance topics for more than 30 years. During this time, he’s written for publications, such as the Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, Phoenix Magazine, Mental Floss Magazine, Grit, and many others. His stories have also appeared on Bankrate.com, CreditCards.com, and WiseBread.com, among others.
Expertise
- Mortgage Finance
- Credit Scores
- Credit Cards
- Insurance
- Bankruptcy
Education
- University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1991
Organization Affiliations
- Freedom Mortgage
Latest Articles by Dan Rafter
FHA Loans vs. USDA Loans: Which Fits Your Needs?
3-minute read
The Differences Between an FHA and USDA Loan
How Much Can You Afford With a VA Loan?
3-minute read
No required down payments make these loans an attractive option
