Larissa Runkle

Writer, Personal Finance, Real Estate

EXPERTISE

Home Lending
Personal Finance
Real Estate

EDUCATION

B.A. Linguistics, Brandeis University

Larissa Runkle has spent nearly a decade working as a personal finance and real estate writer. Her work has been widely featured in a number of national publications including Bankrate, LendingTree, The Points Guy, Penny Hoarder, and Realtor.com.

Larissa's latest articles

What is housing discrimination?

Discrimination against homebuyers or renters based on race, religion, nationality and more is illegal.

3 min read Jul 03, 2025
What is a forbearance agreement?

A mortgage forbearance agreement typically outlines the timeline and method of repayment.

2 min read Jun 23, 2025
How to protect yourself from HELOC fraud

HELOCs make it easy to access home equity funds — for you but for thieves too.

7 min read May 29, 2025
What is an energy-efficient mortgage (EEM)?

You can get an EEM through many of the same lenders that offer mortgages.

6 min read May 16, 2025
Underwater mortgage: What it is and what to do

Underwater mortgages can occur during an economic downturn when home values fall.

6 min read May 02, 2025
What is a single-family home?

The term single-family home seems self-explanatory, but there’s more to it than you think.

5 min read Apr 30, 2025
Massachusetts first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Massachusetts, help is available.

4 min read Mar 12, 2025
Connecticut first-time homebuyer assistance programs

If you’re a first-time homebuyer in Connecticut, help is available.

6 min read Mar 12, 2025