Mortgage - Informative Article for Homebuyers

Project Overview I wrote an educational article titled “The Top Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid (Especially in a High-Rate Market).” The piece was published on a real estate forum and designed to help buyers, homeowners, and investors make smarter financial decisions when navigating today’s mortgage landscape.

Content Writer & Financial Researcher

Objective The goal was to provide practical advice on avoiding common mortgage pitfalls, particularly in a climate of rising interest rates. The article needed to build trust, simplify complex concepts, and establish the client as a credible voice in both real estate and finance.

Researched current mortgage trends, rate fluctuations, and consumer behavior.

Identified the most common mistakes borrowers make, from skipping pre-approvals to ignoring closing costs.

Structured the article into an easy-to-follow list format with clear explanations.

Balanced authoritative financial insights with approachable, reader-friendly language.

1 article (approx. 1,200 words) for online publication

Practical list-style guide with subheadings for readability

SEO-driven structure targeting real estate and mortgage keywords

Covered mistakes like not shopping around for lenders, taking on too much debt, and underestimating long-term costs.

Simplified technical mortgage terms for everyday readers.

Provided actionable tips to save money and reduce stress in the buying process.