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Jamie Johnson

Contributing writer

Jamie Johnson is a Kansas City-based personal finance writer with nine years of experience. With a deep understanding of the mortgage industry, Jamie specializes in breaking down complex financial topics into clear, actionable insights for readers. In addition to Rocket Mortgage, she writes for Bankrate, U.S. News & World Report, Business Insider, CBS MoneyWatch, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. She covers topics like VA loans, first-time homebuyer tips, refinancing strategies, and home equity loans.

Expertise

Mortgage

Personal Finance

Education

Studied psychology at the University of Kansas

Recent Articles

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The complete guide to buying land and building a house

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Is buying a model home a good idea?

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Is a USDA streamline assist refinance right for you?

A USDA streamline assist refinance helps eligible homeowners refinance their mortgage with low out-of-pocket costs. See if this is the best program for you.<...

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Do oil prices affect mortgage rates?

Oil prices are one of many factors that affect mortgage rates. Learn more about how oil prices indirectly affect mortgage rates in the U.S.

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2023 Choice Home Warranty review and FAQs

Here’s everything you need to know about Choice Home Warranty. We’ll discuss cost, plans, reviews, pros and cons and any other questions you may ...

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What are mortgage-backed securities (MBS)?

A mortgage-backed security (MBS) is a type of bond that is secured by real estate loans. Read on to learn more about investing in this asset-backed security....

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What does 'pending' mean in real estate?

If you’ve been house hunting, you might have wondered “what does ‘pending’ mean on a real estate listing?” Read on to discover ...