David McMillin
Contributor, Personal Finance
David McMillin is a contributor to Bankrate covering personal finance, including mortgages, real estate, student loans and auto loans. From budgeting tips for individuals to funding strategies for aspiring business owners, his goal is simple: to help readers figure out how to save more and stress less. As a musician, he has spent a lot of time worrying about money, as well, and he applies the lessons he’s learned from that financial balancing act to offer practical advice for personal spending decisions.
McMillin studied writing at DePauw University. He is based in Chicago and loves to discover new places. He only needs to visit four more states (Alaska, Oklahoma, Utah and Vermont) to check all 50 off his list.
David's latest articles
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Chase Bank near me: Find branches and ATMs close by
Looking for a nearby Chase Bank location or ATM? Here’s how to find the closest ones.
2 min read Apr 29, 2024 -
How to cancel a check: 4 important steps
Follow these steps to stop a check in its tracks.
3 min read Apr 29, 2024 -
Piggyback loans: What they are and how they work
It requires not one, but two mortgages. But it can get you closer to that dream home.
6 min read Apr 29, 2024 -
No-doc mortgage: What is it and can you still get one?
There are some no doc mortgages, but you won’t find them widely advertised.
5 min read Apr 24, 2024 -
Will a ‘silver tsunami’ solve the U.S. housing shortage?
Will a “silver tsunami” flood the market with much-needed inventory?
5 min read Apr 23, 2024 -
5 ways to cash a check without a bank account
Consumers without a bank account face hurdles when trying to cash a check.
4 min read Apr 22, 2024 -
How many VA loans can you have?
The VA mortgage program isn’t a one-time thing. Here’s how to get another helping.
5 min read Apr 17, 2024