About Anna Dowling

Anna Dowling is a digital marketing strategist and analyst for Direct Mortgage Loans, covering topics that matter to current and future homeowners, as well as industry professionals. She holds a B.S. in Human Resources and an M.S. in Management from Charleston Southern University.

5 09, 2024

Home Loans For Teachers: Guide To Mortgage Loans For Teachers

2025-03-25T08:17:13-05:00September 5th, 2024|Mortgage|

Are you a teacher dreaming of owning your own home? There are specialized mortgage programs designed for teachers! In this guide, we'll explore various home loans for teachers, how they work, and how to apply to help you determine the [...]

3 09, 2024

Refinance Investment Property: Is It A Good Idea?

2024-12-03T14:33:25-05:00September 3rd, 2024|Mortgage|

Considering a refinance for your investment property’s mortgage? In this article, we’ll explore why you might choose to refinance, the best time to do it, and walk you through the step-by-step process. We’ll also look at the pros and cons [...]

30 08, 2024

DML August Recap: Fun, Community, and Inspiration

2024-08-29T14:33:04-05:00August 30th, 2024|DML Culture|

August was a month filled with exciting events and collaboration at Direct Mortgage Loans. From furry friends and ice cream to inspiring interviews, we had it all!  DML Dog Day and Ice Cream Party  Direct Mortgage Loans recently hosted a [...]

29 08, 2024

How To Prepare For A Tornado: Tornado Safety Guide

2025-07-18T10:06:57-05:00August 29th, 2024|Homeowner Tips|

The NOAA's National Severe Storms Laboratory reports that approximately 1,200 tornadoes strike the U.S. each year. If you live in a region affected by tornados, it’s crucial to ensure that you and your home are prepared. In this article we’ll [...]

20 08, 2024

What Documents Do I Need For Loan Preapproval?

2024-12-03T14:57:25-05:00August 20th, 2024|First-Time Home Buyers, Homeowner Tips|

Securing a mortgage preapproval is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It’s essentially a financial health check to determine your loan eligibility and affordability. To determine your eligibility, lenders need specific financial information. This guide will walk you through [...]

15 08, 2024

First Time Home Buyer Texas Down Payment Assistance Programs: Texas Homeowner Assistance

2025-02-14T08:45:30-05:00August 15th, 2024|Mortgage|

Thinking about purchasing a home in Texas? There are plenty of mortgage assistance programs available to help you on your path to homeownership. In this blog, we’ll discuss the different loan programs, down payment assistance programs, eligibility requirements, and everything [...]

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