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Lauren Nowacki

Former content editor

Lauren Nowacki Lauren is a former Rocket Content Editor specializing in personal finance and the mortgage industry. Her writing focuses on reporting the best places to live in the U.S. based on certain interests and lifestyles. She has a B.A. in Communications from Alma College and has worked as a writer and editor for various publications in Philadelphia, Chicago and Metro Detroit.

Education

Alma College

Recent Articles

A woman in middle of call or meeting talking with either colleague or customer.

7-minute read

Cybersecurity best practices to keep you safe online

How can you stay safe from cyber threats? Start with these 7 tips.

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Wealth Wednesdays

The Wealth Wednesdays series explores the political and societal forces that have historically kept those in the black community from seeing their light and ...

A well-lit white master bedroom, potentially depicting home interior design or real estate staging.

6-minute read

Homeowners insurance deductible: What it is and how to choose

Not sure how to choose the right homeowners insurance deductible? Check out our guide to find out how to weigh short-term finances against long-term savings.

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2023 american home shield reviews and overview

Evaluating home warranty provider options? If so, read our breakdown of recent American Home Shield reviews and how they stand out amongst their competitors....

Portland Maine at dusk lit up by building and streetlights and with water in the background.

9-minute read

The 15 most promising U.S. cities in 2024

The most promising cities in 2024 have seen growth in migration, salaries, high-tech GDP, jobs and small businesses.

RHB Assets From IGX: Quiet street with charming homes in Statesboro, Georgia

6-minute read

Most affordable cities for first time home buyers

We crunched the data to determine the best places for first-time home buyers to move. Find out which cities have the most potential.

RHB Assets From IGX: Puget Sound and marina in Bremerton Washington

7-minute read

The 12 best places for affordable waterfront properties

Find the best places to afford such waterfront properties as lake houses, beach homes and riverside properties in the U.S.

RHB Assets From IGX: Old stone cottage in mountain landscape

10-minute read

The 20 safest places to live to avoid natural disaster

As cities experiences climate change, Rocket Homes used FEMA data to rank the best cities to avoid natural disaster, including Lima, Bloomsburg and Anchorage...

RHB Assets From IGX: A beautiful open-concept kitchen.

8-minute read

10 best places to buy a home with a household income of $65,000

When it comes to choosing a city where you want to put down roots, there are many factors at play. Those may include the surrounding neighborhoods, culture a...