Borrowing against your home’s equity can help finance large projects. But what happens when you want to sell your home? Read what happens if you sell with...

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...

Inheriting a home can be a great gift. Here are some steps to take to get a home equity loan on an inherited property.

Buying a vacation home requires more than just capital. Discover what it takes to purchase and manage a vacation rental property that's your second home.

Presently, there is no federal first-time home buyer tax credit available. Learn when that may change and explore other tax breaks you can benefit from.

Depending on how you use the loan, home equity loan or HELOC interest can be tax deductible. Learn more about requirements for tax-deductible mortgage interest.

Home equity loans are a type of second mortgage, but not the only one. Explore the differences between second mortgages and home equity loans in this article.

Homes acquired by the VA through foreclosure are available for purchase by anyone, not just those eligible for VA loans. Explore the process of buying a VA fore...

Mortgage fraud impacts every aspect of the home buying process. We’ll go over common mortgage scams and how you can avoid or spot them.

Do mortgage rates go down in a recession? They can, but even if they don’t, it could still be a good time to buy a house. Learn why here.

Learn how to find houses to flip and what to consider when selecting the right house.

Looking to find liens on a property you want to buy? Discover how title searches and combing through county records can help.

New construction phase inspections can help ensure your new home is built to last. Explore the three phases, their costs and why they’re important.

Wondering if a home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a good idea for you? Find out what you should consider before choosing this financing option.

What’s the impact on home buyers and sellers when the federal funds rate drops? Learn how a Fed rate drop impacts interest rates and home loans.

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.

FHA gift funds are a way borrowers can get some outside help with a down payment. Explore FHA gift funds guidelines and best practices.

A drive-by appraisal is a type of home appraisal that only inspects a property’s exterior. See when and why drive-by appraisals are used and how they work...