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Top 10 US cities for veteran home buyers
VA loans are a key home buying tool for veterans, and over 7% of homes were financed with them in 2025. Here are the top U.S. cities for veteran home buyers.
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Federal Reserve statement explained – March 2026
The target for the federal funds rate remained unchanged today in the range of 3.5% – 3.75%. Here’s what officials are thinking about and what it me...
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Two-thirds of parents say raising kids costs more than they expected
How challenging is financial planning for a family? In a recent survey, two-thirds of parents say raising children is even more expensive than they anticipat...
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Neighbors want deeper connections. What's holding them back?
A Rocket Mortgage survey finds that people want their neighborhoods to feel more connected, but they don’t want to intrude – and aren’t sur...
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Friends are teaming up to afford the American Dream
People are getting creative with solutions to housing affordability. One idea among renters: Co-buying a home with a friend or friends to share costs.
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How does a government shutdown impact mortgages?
The federal government has reopened. But how does a government shutdown impact mortgages if this happens again? Here's what you need to know.
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Mortgage interest rates forecast for 2026
Mortgage rate predictions help home buyers understand how much they may pay in interest. Discover 2026 mortgage interest rate forecasts from the experts.
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Housing market predictions for 2026: What can buyers and sellers expect?
Next year will mark the start of a slow, steady recovery for the housing market. Here’s what you can expect if you’re buying or selling a home in 20...
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First-time home buyers are redefining the starter home
The definition of a starter home is changing because today’s buyers expect to stay in their first home longer – and what they’re looking fo...
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Americans are spending less on holiday decor, gifts as economic uncertainty ramps up
According to a new Rocket Mortgage and Redfin survey, 28% of Americans are trimming their decorating budgets this year and 26% are spending less on gifts.
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Majority of Americans aren't too spooked to buy a haunted house
A new study finds that nearly two-thirds of Americans (65%) would consider buying a haunted house – with 39% saying yes outright and another 26% saying ma...
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What is Rocket.com?
Rocket.com creates a seamless experience to find, buy and manage your home in an easy-to-use, AI-driven platform, simplifying your homeownership journey.
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Housing market predictions for 2025
High interest rates, rising prices and low inventory made 2024 a tough year for the U.S. housing market. See what housing market predictions Rocket Mortgage exp...
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2024 Fed rate guide
The Fed rate hikes of 2023 have slowed while rate drops dominate the 2024 market. Explore how the rate hikes and changes affect home buyers.
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Why waiting on the Fed for a better mortgage rate may not make sense
You may hear about the Federal Reserve lowering interest rates and try to wait to get a better deal on your mortgage. Here’s why that doesn’t always...
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Why Gen Z faces homeownership anxiety in today's volatile economy and how they overcome it
The experiences of Gen Z have made them more than a little anxious about entering the real estate market. Let’s discuss the issues and how they can be ...
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Median home prices by state: A 2024 guide
Curious which states have the lowest or highest house prices? Check out our complete breakdown of median home prices by state for 2024 and more in our guide.
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