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

Wells Fargo Mortgage Review

Wells Fargo at a glance 5 stars   Minimum credit score: 620.   Minimum down payment: 0% to 3%   Available loan products and programs:... read more

How to Use A 401(k) Loan for Your Down Payment

When faced with the hefty amount of cash needed to buy a home, it can be very tempting to dip into your retirement nest egg.... read more

Loan Estimate Example: Where to Find 11 Essential Items

Even if poring over mortgage documents isn’t exactly your idea of fun, one document you should pay special attention to is the loan estimate. This... read more

How to Negotiate a House Price

Knowing how to negotiate a house’s price can help you land your dream home while staying within your dream budget. With some upfront preparation and... read more

How Long Are Home Equity Loan Terms? Explore Repayment Options

A home equity loan is a lump sum you can borrow and pay back over a five- to 30-year term. This timeline is similar to... read more

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