Margaret Heidenry

Contributing Writer, New American Funding

Margaret Heidenry is a writer at New American Funding. She was previously an editor and writer at Realtor.com. Her work has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, Vanity Fair, and Boston Magazine.

Margaret Heidenry Articles

Homeowners
June 3, 2025

Second Mortgages Are a Great Way to Access Cash—but Are They Right for You?

Are you a homeowner who needs cash to cover college tuition, home repairs, or a surprise medical expense? A second mortgage might be your answer.

Homebuyers
May 30, 2025

How to Upsize Your Home without Breaking the Bank

Upsizing, when you trade up to a home with more square footage, isn’t always as simple as picking a bigger place and calling the movers.

Homeowners
May 21, 2025

Selling a Home with a Mortgage? What You Need to Know

Putting your home on the market with an outstanding mortgage is the norm. Most sellers are still paying off their loans when that “For Sale” sign hits the lawn.

Homebuyers
May 20, 2025

Starter Homes: How They Can Get You on the Property Ladder

If you embrace the concept of a starter home, you may find yourself unlocking the door to your very own place sooner than you think.

Homeowners
May 13, 2025

Budget-Savvy Remodels: 6 Tips on How to Renovate Your Home for Less

Home renovations are rarely just about aesthetics. They’re about solving a problem—sometimes many at once—while trying to hold the line on cost.

Homebuyers
May 12, 2025

Good News for Buyers: The Housing Market is Leaning More in Their Favor

There are more homes for sale, slowing home price growth, and an increasing number of sellers are trimming their initial asking prices.

Homebuyers
May 8, 2025

New Doesn’t Mean Perfect: What to Look for in a New Construction Home Walk-Through

Your final walk-through in a newly built home isn’t just a formality—it’s your last chance to ensure everything is as it should be before the home officially becomes yours.