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53% of locked-in homeowners would move school districts if they could keep their mortgage rate
A new survey finds many parents with sub-4% mortgage rates are making difficult decisions around giving up low rates and moving for better school districts.<...
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45% of homeowners have considered refinancing their home to pay off debt
Personal debt in the U.S. is surging. A new Rocket Mortgage survey reveals that many homeowners have considered refinancing their home for financial relief.<...
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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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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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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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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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