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No cash-out refinance: A guide

For homeowners looking to refinance their mortgage, a no cash-out refinance could be a useful option. Learn how no cash-out refinances work.

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6 questions unmarried couples should ask before buying a house

For unmarried couples buying a house, there are a few important things to consider before signing on the dotted line. Learn what questions to ask here.

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How to find investment properties: A guide

There are many ways to find investment properties. Follow our helpful guide for tips on how to find the right one for you.

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Applying for a home loan while on maternity leave: A guide

Wondering if maternity leave affects your ability to get a mortgage? Learn what to expect when applying for a home loan while on maternity or parental leave.

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Reverse mortgage vs. home equity loan Or HELOC: How to choose

You can utilize your home's equity using a reverse mortgage, home equity loan or HELOC. Take a look at our guide to learn about the pros and cons of each.

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How does mortgage interest work? Everything you need to know

If you’re buying a home, you’ll need to know how mortgage interest will work with the loan you choose. Learn the basics of mortgage interest and why...

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How much money do you need to buy a house?

Ready to buy a home? Explore different home buying costs, such as the down payment and closing fees, to determine how much money you need to buy a house.

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What is the average square footage of a house?

Wondering how big the average house is? Learn more about what home buyers should consider regarding square footage and home size.

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The Rocket Visa Signature Card helps homeownership dreams become reality

Saving for a down payment or paying more toward your mortgage balance every month isn’t easy. The Rocket Visa Signature Card supports your homeownershi...

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Making escrow simpler through Rocket Mortgage®

With a Rocket Mortgage escrow account, we’ll make your property tax and homeowners insurance payments easier to manage. Learn more about our escrow ser...

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HomeReady® mortgage: How to apply for this loan

A HomeReady mortgage can assist you in the home buying process, offering you a lower down payment. Learn more about how to apply for a HomeReady loan program.

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Buydown: A way to reduce interest rates

Buydowns are methods used by buyers and sellers to lower interest rates in the early years of a new mortgage. Find out if a buydown is right for you.

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How much house can you afford with an FHA loan?

Master the basics for calculating how much house you can afford with an FHA loan. We’ll explore additional factors and tips for increasing your buying pow...

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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 ...

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What is a 1031 exchange?

A 1031 exchange allows investors to exchange a property for another of equal or greater value and avoid capital gains taxes. Learn how a 1031 can help you.

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What is an open house and how does it work?

An open house is an event a seller or their real estate agent hosts to allow potential buyers to view their home in person. Learn how it works.

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How does a mortgage contingency work?

A mortgage contingency is a clause that sets up certain conditions for a real estate transaction. Learn how this can protect both home buyers and home.

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A guide to the no-closing-cost refinance

A no-closing-cost refinance lets you refinance without paying closing costs upfront. Learn how to refinance without closing costs and when it makes sense to ...

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