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Theresa Stevens

Theresa Stevens is a staff writer for LendingTree who specializes in mortgages, small business loans and general personal finance. She was previously a financial advisor and financial coach.

She started her career in financial services as a financial coach for an economic development nonprofit, where she helped her clients create budgets, pay off debt and improve their credit. She later moved to a financial planning firm, where she assisted clients with their cash flow, savings and investment needs. In 2021, she pivoted her career and became a freelance writer specializing in personal finance.

When she’s not writing, you’ll find Theresa exploring new places and restaurants, listening to live music or enjoying a quiet day at home with her husband and dog.

Specialties

  • Mortgages
  • Small business financing
  • Personal finance

Achievements

  • 5 years of experience in the financial services industry
  • 3+ years of personal finance writing experience
  • Bylines in Forbes Advisor, Bankrate and USA TODAY Blueprint

Education

  • BA, Suffolk University

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Articles by Theresa Stevens

Signs Your Mortgage Will Be Denied in Underwriting

April 18, 2025

No homebuyer wants to hear the words, “Mortgage loan denied in underwriting.” The good news? A denial doesn’t have to be the end of the... read more

First-Time Homebuyer Programs: State and National Resources

March 31, 2025

If you’re buying a house for the first time, there are many programs available to help you achieve your homeownership goal. First-time homebuyer programs can... read more

VA Appraisal: Requirements, Fees and Timeline

March 28, 2025

When buying a home through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the property must go through a VA loan appraisal to determine its market... read more

What Are FHA Closing Costs?

March 26, 2025

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has more lenient borrowing requirements than some other types of home financing. The catch: extra FHA closing costs. Before you... read more

What is the 1003 Form? Understanding the Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA)

March 21, 2025

Applying for a mortgage? You’ll likely need to fill out the 1003 form, also known as the Uniform Residential Loan Application (URLA). The 1003 form... read more

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