Michael Rosenthal
Contributing writer
Michael Rosenthal brings over a decade's worth of experience writing for finance, tech, education, and entertainment. He earned his bachelor’s in writing and a certificate in public & professional writing from the University of Pittsburgh along with a master’s in television production from Boston University.
His previous work includes developing personal finance education for a Fortune 500 company and articles for various mortgage lenders. When he’s not writing for Rocket Mortgage, Michael spends his time fixing up his well-aged home in Los Angeles one leaky sprinkler at a time.
Recent Articles
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How to take out equity from your home and save money monthly
Home equity loans, HELOCs, and cash-out refinances let you use your home equity. Learn how to draw on your home equity and understand your equity loan options.
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What is rent control and how does it work?
Rent control is a legal provision capping how much landlords can charge in rent for some rental units. Learn about rent control law and how rent control works.
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8-minute read
Crowdfunding real estate: What it is and how it works
Diversifying your assets with real estate investments is a great way to protect or grow your wealth. Learn about real estate crowdfunding as an option.
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How to buy a house: Your step-by-step guide to buying in 2025
Buying a house involves many steps, so we broke it down for you. Get educated and avoid obstacles by checking out our comprehensive guide on how to buy a house.
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Home equity loans for debt consolidation
Using a home equity loan for debt consolidation can reduce the interest you’ll pay. Uncover several pros and cons of using home equity to consolidate debt.
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Types of real estate investments: Everything you need to know
The types of real estate investments can include active ventures, like house flipping, and passive options, like REITs. Find the right investment for you.
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Absorption rate: What is it and how to calculate it
The absorption rate measures how quickly homes are selling in a specific area. Learn how the absorption rate can help you know when to buy or sell a home.
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What are zoning laws and how do they work?
Zoning laws dictate how a property can or cannot be used within a certain geographical area. Learn about common types of zoning laws and how they work.
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