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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 experts have for 2025.

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3-minute read

Federal Reserve Statement Explained – December 2024

At its final meeting of the year, the Federal Reserve chose to lower the range for the federal funds rate. But all thoughts were of the future.

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7-minute read

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 work.

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9-minute read

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 overcome.

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6-minute read

40% of Americans Say They Would Get An Adjustable-Rate Mortgage

Of first-time home buyers, 65.4% say they would consider getting a mortgage with an adjustable rate.

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5-minute read

Homeowners Are Guilty Of The Habits They Say Make Annoying Neighbors

One factor can dramatically affect a person's experience in their own home - the neighbors. Learn about how many homeowners are guilty of the habits that they say make for annoying neighbors.