Doug Whiteman
Doug Whiteman
Former Editor-in-ChiefDoug Whiteman was formerly the editor-in-chief of MoneyWise. He has been quoted by The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and CNBC.com and has been interviewed on Fox Business, CBS Radio and the syndicated TV show "First Business."
Doug has been honing his expertise in personal finance for the better part of a quarter century, including over 10 years spent as a Washington, D.C.-based consumer news reporter and editor for The Associated Press and its radio network. Prior to joining Wise Publishing, he was an insurance and mortgage editor for a top competitor of MoneyWise, and was quoted by The Wall Street Journal multiple times and made appearances on Fox Business, CBS Radio and other media. He’s the winner of two Associated Press awards, a boxing enthusiast, and the collector of hundreds of old-school 3D View-Master reels.
Doug Whiteman's Expertise
Managing Money • Apr 11
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Mortgages • Jun 03
The Best and Worst Times to Sell Your Home
Don't make assumptions about whether it's time to sell your home, because you might very well be wrong.
Mortgages • Jun 03
The Best and Worst Times to Sell Your Home
Don't make assumptions about whether it's time to sell your home, because you might very well be wrong.
Mortgages • Jun 03
Most feel guilty after Covid-19 mortgage relief
But a rule has changed so those homeowners can now refinance despite their forbearance.
Mortgages • Jun 03
Most feel guilty after Covid-19 mortgage relief
But a rule has changed so those homeowners can now refinance despite their forbearance.
Mortgages • Jun 03
What's a Good Enough Credit Score to Buy a House?
Three little digits can make a big difference when you're trying to get a mortgage you can afford.
Mortgages • Jun 03
What's a Good Enough Credit Score to Buy a House?
Three little digits can make a big difference when you're trying to get a mortgage you can afford.
Mortgages • Jun 02
Should you buy a vacation home?
See if it's time to spring for that getaway spot you've dreamed about.
Mortgages • Jun 02
Should you buy a vacation home?
See if it's time to spring for that getaway spot you've dreamed about.
Mortgages • Jun 02
How much to put down on a house
A small down payment can be costly in the long run. But a big one can be risky.
Mortgages • Jun 02
How much to put down on a house
A small down payment can be costly in the long run. But a big one can be risky.
Mortgages • Jun 02
The Best Cities for Good Jobs and Affordable Homes
Your career will take off, but your bank account won't suffer.
Mortgages • Jun 02
The Best Cities for Good Jobs and Affordable Homes
Your career will take off, but your bank account won't suffer.
Mortgages • May 30
What is a gift letter for a mortgage?
If a family member is helping with a down payment on a home, you'll need a gift letter.
Mortgages • May 30
What is a gift letter for a mortgage?
If a family member is helping with a down payment on a home, you'll need a gift letter.
Mortgages • May 30
40 toughest cities for millennial homebuyers
These 40 pricey U.S. metro areas are most out of reach for 20- and 30-somethings who want to buy homes.
Mortgages • May 30
40 toughest cities for millennial homebuyers
These 40 pricey U.S. metro areas are most out of reach for 20- and 30-somethings who want to buy homes.
Mortgages • May 30
What is private mortgage insurance?
Avoid getting saddled with this extra housing cost.
Mortgages • May 30
What is private mortgage insurance?
Avoid getting saddled with this extra housing cost.
Mortgages • May 30
What is a HELOC?
For a home remodel or other big expense, a HELOC can be a smart financial move.
Mortgages • May 30
What is a HELOC?
For a home remodel or other big expense, a HELOC can be a smart financial move.
Mortgages • May 30
3 ways to say an early goodbye to your mortgage
Interest adds up over time. So if you pay your mortgage off early, you'll also pay less interest.
Mortgages • May 30
3 ways to say an early goodbye to your mortgage
Interest adds up over time. So if you pay your mortgage off early, you'll also pay less interest.
Mortgages • May 30
The future of home buying and selling
These companies are using technology to make real estate transactions easier and more affordable.
Mortgages • May 30
The future of home buying and selling
These companies are using technology to make real estate transactions easier and more affordable.
Managing Money • May 27
The Average Tax Debt Owed in Every State
Millions are behind on their taxes, and the typical amounts they owe are staggering.
Managing Money • May 27
The Average Tax Debt Owed in Every State
Millions are behind on their taxes, and the typical amounts they owe are staggering.
News • May 27
Your second stimulus check may be inching closer
Speaker Pelosi says she's "hopeful." Here's the latest — plus tips for while you wait.
News • May 27
Your second stimulus check may be inching closer
Speaker Pelosi says she's "hopeful." Here's the latest — plus tips for while you wait.
Mortgages • May 23
Why Fed’s Beige book helps mortgage borrowers
The Beige Book from Chairman Powell and company suggests rates will stay extremely low.
Mortgages • May 23
Why Fed’s Beige book helps mortgage borrowers
The Beige Book from Chairman Powell and company suggests rates will stay extremely low.
News • May 23
2nd stimulus check just moved another step nearer
The U.S. House has approved new direct payments. Negotiations are underway.
News • May 23
2nd stimulus check just moved another step nearer
The U.S. House has approved new direct payments. Negotiations are underway.
Managing Money • May 23
Still jobless? Tips to help you find fast cash
If you're among the millions who remain jobless, here's where to come up with quick cash.
Managing Money • May 23
Still jobless? Tips to help you find fast cash
If you're among the millions who remain jobless, here's where to come up with quick cash.
News • May 23
Did your second covid stimulus check get closer?
Democrats and the White House are proposing more aid payments. Negotiations are underway.
News • May 23
Did your second covid stimulus check get closer?
Democrats and the White House are proposing more aid payments. Negotiations are underway.
News • May 23
Will you get a stimulus check by New Year's?
A new COVID relief package includes more direct payments, but different from last time.
News • May 23
Will you get a stimulus check by New Year's?
A new COVID relief package includes more direct payments, but different from last time.
News • May 23
Trump signed the stimulus bhecks bill
Payments of $600 are in the works now. But the president still wants $2,000 checks.
News • May 23
Trump signed the stimulus bhecks bill
Payments of $600 are in the works now. But the president still wants $2,000 checks.
Investing • May 23
Social security benefits vary between states
Retirees will receive up to $3,000 more benefits in some states than in others during 2020, Moneywise.com finds.
Investing • May 23
Social security benefits vary between states
Retirees will receive up to $3,000 more benefits in some states than in others during 2020, Moneywise.com finds.
News • May 23
When will you get next coronavirus stimulus check
Washington could send more relief payments within weeks — or months.
News • May 23
When will you get next coronavirus stimulus check
Washington could send more relief payments within weeks — or months.
Life • May 20
What does Jeff Bezos do with his money
Amazon's founder is stepping down as CEO later this year.
Life • May 20
What does Jeff Bezos do with his money
Amazon's founder is stepping down as CEO later this year.
Mortgages • Mar 19
Homeowners can still save big by refinancing
For some homeowners it's not too late to slash their monthly payment through a refi.
Mortgages • Mar 19
Homeowners can still save big by refinancing
For some homeowners it's not too late to slash their monthly payment through a refi.
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