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Grace Kang

Leader, Editorial

Grace Kang leads the editorial team at Rocket Mortgage, where she and a talented group of writers and editors are dedicated to creating quality content that makes a meaningful difference in readers’ financial lives. With a decade of experience in the personal finance space, Grace is especially passionate about making financial education accessible and inclusive. She brings a sharp editorial eye and knack for storytelling, shaped by her background in print journalism, magazines, and book publishing.

Expertise

Mortgage
Real Estate
Personal Finance

Education

UCLA, Bachelor of Arts in English and psychology

Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, Columbia Publishing Course

Recent Articles

3-minute read

Married people – especially men – are the most satisfied with their living situation

Married people – especially men – report much higher satisfaction with their living situation than singles, according to a Rocket Mortgage and Redfi...

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5-minute read

VA loans gain popularity as buyer's market opens doors for service members, veterans

More home buyers in today’s market are opting for VA loans – the highest March share in a decade, according to a new report from Rocket Mortgage and...

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6-minute read

The lock-in effect: Why some homeowners just aren’t moving

Many homeowners who bought or refinanced during the pandemic don't want to lose their low interest rate. Our survey explores what would inspire them to sell....

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7-minute read

Health care access drives where veterans choose to retire

Discover ideal places for veterans to retire in 2026, based on affordability, health care access, post-military employment opportunities, and community.

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6-minute read

Veterans earned housing benefits. Why aren't they using them?

VA loan programs and related housing benefits are underutilized. Here’s how eligible veterans can take advantage of the resources to which they’r...

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9-minute read

Raising kids in 2026: What parents really want in a hometown

When deciding where to raise a family, Americans look for safe, affordable communities to live in. See the top places in the U.S. to raise your kids in 2026....

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5-minute read

Must-have or maybe not? When home buyers start giving up their nonnegotiables

First-time home buyers start their search with must-haves in mind. But, in a competitive market, nonnegotiables can soften against the reality of home prices...

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6-minute read

75% of Americans would rather renovate their home than take a dream vacation

A Rocket Mortgage survey reveals that, given the option, 75% of U.S. homeowners would rather renovate their home than spend that money on a dream vacation.

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8-minute read

Top 10 US cities for veteran home buyers

VA loans are a key home buying tool for veterans, and over 7% of homes were financed with them in 2025. Here are the top U.S. cities for veteran home buyers.

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