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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

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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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2-minute read

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 middle aged Afro-American Couple sitting and smiling in the backyard of their house.

7-minute read

5 alternatives to a reverse mortgage

Many seniors consider a reverse mortgage to help finance their retirement years. Check out the alternatives before deciding what best suits your needs.

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10-minute read

The mortgage interest deduction: Your guide for the 2024 tax year

Wondering whether itemizing your mortgage interest deduction will lower your tax payment? Find out everything you should know about mortgage interest deduction.

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5-minute read

Breaking down the 1% rule in real estate: What you should know before investing

Measuring your return on investment can feel like a lot of math. The 1% rule can make it easier to figure out how much you should spend on your investment.

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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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8-minute read

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....

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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.