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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.
Homeowners are significantly more likely than renters to love where they live
Roughly 3 in 5 U.S. homeowners (59%) are very satisfied with their living situation, compared with just 34% of renters, according to a recent survey.
What’s in the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act?
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act covers everything from points and fees on small loans to appraisals to manufactured housing. We have the highlights.
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Nearly 1 in 4 homeowners make an extra mortgage payment each year, cutting as many as 6 years off their loan
A new Rocket Mortgage study found nearly 1 in 4 homeowners make an extra mortgage payment each year – cutting up to 6 years off their loan. Explore the...
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Federal Reserve statement explained – September 2026
The target for the federal funds rate rose today by 0.25% to a range of 3.75% – 4%. There were also projections released from Fed officials.
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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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Married people – especially men – are the most satisfied with their living situation
Married people – especially men – report much higher satisfaction with their living situation than singles, according to a Rocket Mortgage and Redfi...
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VA loans gain popularity as buyer's market opens doors for service members, veterans
More home buyers in today’s market are opting for VA loans – the highest March share in a decade, according to a new report from Rocket Mortgage and...
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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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