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Home Ownership, Housing Finances, mortgages

The Effect of Inflation on Home Buying

August 19, 2021 (Last Modified: October 28, 2021) / Rocket Mortgage

Inflation is running a little hot right now, but what does that mean for home buyers? Read on to find out.

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Housing Finances, How To

4 Ways to Save Money While Moving

July 6, 2021 / Dan Miller

Whether you are planning to move cross-town or across the country, here are a few tips to save money while moving.

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Credit Cards, Housing Finances

Best Credit Cards for Home Improvement

May 7, 2021 (Last Modified: October 25, 2021) / Dan Miller

Here’s a list of some of the best credit cards you can use to maximize the value of miles and points while shopping for home improvement.

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Home Ownership, Housing Finances, How To

How to Financially Prepare to Buy Your First Home

April 23, 2021 (Last Modified: April 29, 2021) / Elle Martinez

Home-buying season is coming up. With the warmer weather approaching, home buyers are eagerly waiting to find their dream place. Since buying a house is typically the biggest purchase you’ll make, preparing your finances can give you a significant win....

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Housing Finances

How to Sell a House: 7 Steps for the Best Way to Sell

April 22, 2021 (Last Modified: September 6, 2021) / Mint

You know what they say: there’s no place like home! What Dorothy didn’t tell you is that there’s also no sale like the sale of your home. Selling your home is probably the biggest sale you’ll make in your life....

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Housing Finances

FHA Streamline Refinance [Rates, Closing Costs & More]

April 21, 2021 (Last Modified: November 22, 2021) / Mint

FHA streamline refinancing is a quick and simple way to improve the terms on your home loan — but it only applies to those who have already taken out an FHA loan to finance the purchase of their property. This...

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Home Ownership, Housing Finances, mortgages

8 Types Of Mortgages For All Home Buyers

April 16, 2021 (Last Modified: November 2, 2021) / Rocket Mortgage

As a prospective home buyer, it’s just as important to research types of mortgages as the neighborhoods you want to live in. Applying for a home loan can be complicated, and deciding which type of mortgage best suits your needs...

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Home Ownership, Housing Finances, mortgages

A Complete House Shopping Guide and Tips

April 16, 2021 (Last Modified: September 6, 2021) / Rocket Mortgage

We’ve put together a complete house hunting guide to help you find the home that’s right for you at a price you can afford.

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Home Ownership, Housing Finances

First Time Home Buyer Expenses You Need to Save For

April 16, 2021 / Rocket Mortgage

Many first-time buyers underestimate how much it really costs to buy (and maintain) a home. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at a few expenses you’ll need to anticipate and save for when you buy your first home...

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Home Ownership, Housing Finances, mortgages