Dana Webb

About the Author

Dana Webb, a longtime medical reporter, used to read finance and investing content for fun during her downtime — the way other people read about decorating or cooking. Now she enjoys applying the reporting and writing skills she honed covering scientific research to writing stories for SoFi, with a special focus on advice and insight for homebuyers and homeowners. She's bought (and sold) a home three times and has learned something every time, advice she's happy to share with readers.

The latest articles from Dana Webb

mortgage

HELOC vs Mortgage: What’s the Difference?

Dana Webb | August 27, 2026

Understanding the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC)

Dana Webb | August 04, 2026

Navigating US Regulations for International Payments 2026

Dana Webb | August 04, 2026

What are the Key Aspects of a Remittance Address?

Dana Webb | August 04, 2026

How Are Currency Exchange Rates Determined?

Dana Webb | June 16, 2026

mortgage

Can You Use a HELOC Loan for a Down Payment?

Dana Webb | June 05, 2026

mortgage

Home Equity Line of Credit for Retirees

Dana Webb | June 02, 2026

Debt Payoff

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

Dana Webb | May 27, 2026

personal_loan

Personal Loans vs Payday Loans: Key Differences

Dana Webb | May 22, 2026

personal_loan

What Is a Good Debt-to-Income Ratio for a Personal Loan?

Dana Webb | May 22, 2026

Budgeting & Goals

Do You Still Need to Put a 20% Down Payment On a House?

Dana Webb | May 09, 2026

Can You Add to an Online Savings Account Regularly?

Dana Webb | April 29, 2026

credit card

How Secured Credit Cards Can Help Immigrants Build Credit in the U.S.

Dana Webb | April 22, 2026

Home Ownership

12 Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Dana Webb | April 14, 2026

personal_loan

Using a Personal Loan During a Career Change

Dana Webb | April 10, 2026

Family Finances

What Is the Motherhood Penalty?

Dana Webb | March 24, 2026

personal_loan

Using a Personal Loan for Major Life Events

Dana Webb | March 18, 2026

mortgage

Home Appraisal vs. Inspection: Understanding How They Differ

Dana Webb | February 26, 2026

mortgage

Home Appraisal Checklist: What Is a Home Appraiser Looking For?

Dana Webb | February 26, 2026

mortgage

How Much Does a Home Appraisal Cost and Who Pays for It?

Dana Webb | February 26, 2026

Home Appraisal Process: How Long Does a Home Appraisal Take?

Dana Webb | February 24, 2026

personal_loan

What Is the 10% Credit Card Interest Rate Cap Act?

Dana Webb | January 16, 2026

Home Ownership

What Is the Biggest Red Flag in a Home Inspection?

Dana Webb | January 08, 2026

Home Ownership

You’ve Inherited a House! Now What?

Dana Webb | November 05, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

5 Ways to Help Save Money on Your Mortgage

Dana Webb | January 15, 2025

Home Ownership

How to Buy Another House When You Already Have a Mortgage

Dana Webb | January 09, 2025

Budgeting & Goals

Your 12-Month Master Savings Plan to Buying Your First Home — While Paying Down Student Loans

Dana Webb | November 14, 2023

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