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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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Mortgage Insurance in Activity Video

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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 in Activity Video

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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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3-minute read

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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Low-Interest Rate in Activity Video

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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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4-minute read

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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3-minute read

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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An African American mother working on finances with her daughter, likely depicting financial education or planning.

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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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A man signing a home document with a broker, depicting a real estate transaction.

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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 in Activity Video

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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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RHB Assets From IGX: A father and daughter pointing at solar panels on a roof.

7-minute read

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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RHB Assets From IGX: Aerial view of Manchester, New Hampshire.

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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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A woman real estate agent showing a house or apartment to a client.

6-minute read

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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A women possibly calculating her taxes or finances.

7-minute read

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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