Author

Dan Silva

Vice President, Marketplace Lending

Dan is the Vice President of Marketplace Lending at Own Up. Throughout his career, he has held executive leadership positions in the mortgage and banking industry.

Dan possesses a deep understanding of mortgages and residential lending. He leverages his expertise to help improve financial outcomes for homebuyers and supports the team of home advisors at Own Up.

He strongly believes in Own Up's mission to help people avoid overpaying for their mortgages and is dedicated to making mortgage shopping and comparison easy for all customers.

Dan earned a BA in Business Economics from Eastern Connecticut State University.

Articles by Dan Silva

First Home Loan

Monthly Housing Expenses: The True Cost of Home Ownership

Understand the nuances of your monthly housing expenses; learn about mortgage payments, insurance, property taxes, and how to manage these costs effectively for a secure and comfortable living situation.

First Home Loan

Timing and Importance of Home Appraisals in the Mortgage Process

If You’re Buying, Selling, or Refinancing a Home, Understanding How the Home Appraisal Process Works Can Make for a Smoother Transaction

Mortgage Comparison

What Are Crypto-backed Mortgages and How Do They Work?

There's a lot of talk and confusion around cryptocurrency. Here's a look at their role in the mortgage marketplace.

First Home Loan

Solving the Real Estate Puzzle: The Integral Role of Agents in Property Transactions

Real estate agents are in a unique position to help home buyers and sellers alike – here’s how.

Mortgage Comparison

How Does a Mortgage Calculator Work?

Learn about the different parts of a mortgage calculator and how you can use it to figure out your monthly costs.

Mortgage Comparison

Is Now the Right Time to Refinance My Mortgage?

Mortgage refinancing isn’t always a silver bullet but it can be a big help.

First Home Loan

How Long Does it Take to Refinance Your Home? What to Expect from Start to Finish

The refinancing process typically takes 30 to 60 days, but it could be longer if you run into a delay.

Mortgage Comparison

How to Get a Great VA Loan Rate

If VA mortgage rates are supposed to be reasonable, then why doesn’t it seem that way?

First Home Loan

How To Make An Offer On A House

Deciding how to come up with the right first offer on a house can be challenging. Here's everything you need to know to come up with your first offer.

Down Payments

19 First-Time Home Buyer Programs for Florida Residents

Eligible Florida homebuyers have access to statewide, local, and even employer-sponsored down payment assistance. Find out if you make the cut.