Bridget Shirvell

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Contributing Writer, New American Funding

Bridget Shirvell is a Northeast-based writer focused on how people live. Her work has appeared in a number of publications including Civil Eats, ClimateNexus, and more. She is the author of "Parenting in a Climate Crisis: A Handbook for Turning Fear into Action."

Bridget Shirvell Articles

Homeowners
July 17, 2025

If You Need Help Funding Your Retirement, You May Want to Consider a Reverse Mortgage

Here’s what you need to know about reverse mortgages, including how they work and who might gain the most from them.

Homeowners
April 29, 2025

Thinking of Listing Your Property? How Much It Costs to Sell a Home

Expenses to sell a home include everything from real estate agent commissions to home preparation and staging costs, to administrative fees. Understanding the costs is crucial to assessing your potential profits and avoiding unexpected financial burdens.

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Bridget Shirvell

Bridget Shirvell Articles

If You Need Help Funding Your Retirement, You May Want to Consider a Reverse Mortgage

Thinking of Listing Your Property? How Much It Costs to Sell a Home

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Bridget Shirvell

Bridget Shirvell Articles

If You Need Help Funding Your Retirement, You May Want to Consider a Reverse Mortgage

Thinking of Listing Your Property? How Much It Costs to Sell a Home

Calculators

Loan Types

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