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Data shows why saving for your first down payment can be hard
Discover why saving for a first down payment can be so challenging. Learn about the intention-behavior gap and how it affects first-time homebuyers.
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Success in the mortgage process: Are borrowers feeling confident?
Uncover key info on borrowers who feel confident about the mortgage process and what they did to better prepare themselves to get a loan and become a homeowner.
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Chosen family
Kim Ceurstemont always knew she wanted to be a mother. In her late 30s and still single, she opted to become pregnant through a donor.
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Home. Alone.
Sometimes, the loneliness of being home alone can be a catalyst for connection. In this episode of Home. Made., we’ll hear two very different ...
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The birwood wall
Explore the legacy of segregation in Detroit and a community’s efforts to preserve the Birwood Wall - built to keep Black residents out of white neighborh...
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House managers
Robert and Dareda owned 7 homes – including lakefront property and a 50-acre farm. And then it all came crashing down. But that didn’t quite spell t...
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Recording fees, defined and explained
Wondering what recording fees are, how much they’ll cost you and what will happen if you don’t pay them? We have all the answers here with our quick...
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25 best counties to buy a single-family rental investment property in 2023
Rocket Homes examined data from ATTOM to see which counties would offer the greatest returns on investment on single-family rental homes in 2023.
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Impound accounts explained: Why your lender holds funds
Some mortgage servicers arrange impound accounts to collect fees from home buyers. But how do they work, and do they benefit you? Keep reading to find out.
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The 9 best investing books of 2023
Are you looking to learn more about investing before diving in yourself? Check out our list of the nine best investing books of 2023 to help you get started....
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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.
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The best cities for each generation
The top 10 best cities for each generation, including baby boomers, Gen X, Millennials and Gen Z.
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Home. Made. Podcast by Rocket Mortgage®
Home. Made. is a new, original podcast from Rocket Mortgage® hosted by Stephanie Foo. It starts with a simple concept: Inside every home, there&r...
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What is a resale house? Defined and explained
A resale house is a home that’s been lived in before and is not a new build. Learn more about what a resale house is along with the pros and cons that ...
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FHA flipping rules: Guidelines and exceptions
FHA flipping rules restrict a borrower from financing a recently sold home with an FHA loan. Learn the current constraints and exceptions of FHA flipping rul...
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The Red Desk: Should you refinance?
Mortgages aren’t just for buying a new home. They can be refinanced to buy more real estate, renovate your existing home, or just add some cash to your...
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15 safest cities in the US in 2023
Want to live in the safest city in America? Check out our list of the safest cities in the U.S. to find your new neighborhood and a home to feel secure in.
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VA renovation loan: The home improvement loan for veterans
Did you know you can bundle a home purchase and renovation costs into one loan with a VA Renovation loan? Find out if you qualify and how to apply.
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