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#RealEstateReset: How Gloria Steinem is using her home to create a safe space for women
Feminist icon shares the role homeownership plays in her past, present and future
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96% of Americans make homeownership harder than necessary - do you?
Recent survey results show that getting a mortgage is likely easier than most Americans think, at least in some way. Here’s what you need to qualify.
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How mortgage insurance works
You might be required to pay mortgage insurance, and this episode of The Red Desk explains how it’s calculated, how much you might pay, and how long you&r...
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How to save for a down payment
The first step toward homeownership is saving for your down payment. Did you know your down payment is the first bit of equity you gain, and the larger the paym...
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How long is an appraisal good for?
An appraisal is only valid for a short time, depending on the type of loan you choose. Learn how long an appraisal is good for and how the market affects it.
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How to get a low interest rate
When it comes to buying a home, interest rates are everything. But how are they determined, and how can you find the best one for you? In this episode of The Re...
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Mortgage payoff statement: Everything you need to know
A mortgage payoff statement can be a useful piece of documentation for some borrowers to request. Learn about what a payoff statement is and how it works.
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[Women's history month] How black women have been undeterred in their determination to become homeowners - a reminder of the resilience within us all
Let’s remember the ways in which Black women have transcended systemic barriers in the past and found ways to build wealth through homeownership and us...
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Why you shouldn't pay your mortgage with bank bill pay
Using bank bill pay for your mortgage can create problems. Learn about the risks involved and why you may want to start using an alternative payment option.<...
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Rocket Money℠ simplifies managing your finances
We’re excited to welcome Rocket Money to the Rocket family. Read on to learn about this excellent personal finance app and a special offer for our clie...
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Rocket Mortgage® and Detroit Housing Network help Detroiters achieve homeownership readiness
Rocket Mortgage and the Detroit Housing Network have a shared commitment to housing stability and vibrant, resilient Detroit neighborhoods. We are proud to part...
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Rocket Companies affiliate disclosure
Rocket Companies has financial partnerships with other merchants to provide customers with the best possible service options.
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Closing costs
One thing that catches a lot of first-time home buyers off guard? Closing costs. In this episode, we’re going to explain what closing costs are and what e...
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The most desired eco-friendly energy saving products in 2023
American homeowners rank the top alternative energy products, smart home products, and energy efficiency products for 2023.
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10 best places to buy a home with a household income of $150,000
With mortgage interest rates and current home prices, these are the best and most affordable places to buy a home if you are earning $150,000.
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10 best places to buy a home with a household income of $100,000
With mortgage interest rates and current home prices, these are the best and most affordable places to buy a home if you are earning $100,000.
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Real estate comps: What they are and how to find them in your area
Real estate comparables, or “comps,” are similar homes in the same neighborhood or somewhere nearby. Learn who uses real estate comps and how to ...
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The difference between forbearance and foreclosure
The words may sound the same, but there’s a difference between forbearance and foreclosure. Here’s what you need to know.
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