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RHB Assets From IGX: Father and daughter painting a room together

Homeowner Tips - 7-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - Jun 14, 2023

Wallpaper Vs Paint: Costs, Comparisons, Pros And Cons

Debating between wallpaper or paint for your home decor? Check out our guide to compare the cost and durability with pros and cons of these two design options.

RHB Assets From IGX: Puget Sound and marina in Bremerton Washington

Housing Market - 7-Minute Read

Lauren Nowacki - Jun 13, 2023

The 12 Best Places For Affordable Waterfront Properties

Find the best places to afford such waterfront properties as lake houses, beach homes and riverside properties in the U.S.

RHB Assets From IGX: Woman using augmented reality on a tablet to view a virtual real estate property

Housing Market - 5-Minute Read

Melissa Brock - Jun 13, 2023

The Benefits Of Virtual Reality (VR) In Real Estate

Virtual reality in real estate creates more opportunities for buyers, sellers and agents. See how VR real estate has evolved, how it’s used and its benefits.

Mature couple standing outside their home

Homeowner Tips - 7-Minute Read

Scott Steinberg - Jun 13, 2023

What Is An Estate Sale? Everything You Need To Know

An estate sale, also called a “tag sale,” is a quick way to liquidate the belongings of a family’s estate. Read our guide to learn what it is and how it works.

Large wooden deck at sunset

Home Selling - 2-Minute Read

Miranda Crace - Jun 8, 2023

Why A Verified Approval Letter Can Mean A Stronger Offer On Your Home

How can a Verified Approval Letter make for a stronger offer on your home? Learn what a VAL is and how offers backed by VALs can benefit you as a home seller.

Two men fixing roof.

Homeowner Tips - 6-Minute Read

Jamie Johnson - Jun 8, 2023

Roof Leak Repair: A Guide To Fixing And Preventing A Leaky Roof

It’s crucial to fix a leaky roof to keep your home from getting damaged. Read our roof leak repair guide, compare costs and learn how to prevent roof leaks.

RHB Assets From IGX: List of home must-haves on a clipboard

Home Buying - 7-Minute Read

Morgan Chaperon - Jun 6, 2023

New Home Must-Haves: How To Decide What Makes The List

Before you buy a house, you should know what you need, what you want and what you don’t want. Here’s how to create your own new home must-haves checklist.

RHB Assets From IGX: Downtown Detroit riverfront view with city skyline.

Housing Market - 10-Minute Read

Jill Jaracz - Jun 6, 2023

15 Major Cities Where Home Buyers Can Have The Upper Hand

Homebuyers have an advantage in some cities. Rocket Homes used internal listing data to see where homes are selling below asking price.

RHB Assets From IGX: Excavator demolishing a house

Homeowner Tips - 5-Minute Read

Erin Gobler - Jun 5, 2023

Cost To Demolish A House: A Full Breakdown

It costs $4 – $10 per square foot to demolish a house. That’s $7,460 – $18,650 for the median size U.S. home. Find out what can increase those costs here.

RHB Assets From IGX: Elegant Manhattan brownstone with classic architectural features.

Home Buying - 8-Minute Read

Molly Grace - Jun 2, 2023

Buying A House In NYC: A Complete Guide

Interested in buying a home in NYC? Learn how to navigate the ins and outs of buying a house in NYC and uncover some info on the New York City housing market.

RHB Assets From IGX: Young couple shaking hands over a deal

Home Buying - 7-Minute Read

Josephine Nesbit - Jun 2, 2023

Everything To Know About Buying A House With Cash

Cash offers give home buyers a competitive edge in a seller’s market and help save money in the long run. Learn the pros and cons of buying a house with cash.

RHB Assets From IGX: An absentee homeowner concept.

Housing Market - 6-Minute Read

Carey Chesney - Jun 2, 2023

What Is An Absentee Owner And Why Does It Matter In Real Estate Investing?

Absentee owners can own a property without actively managing or living in it. Learn more about how absentee ownership works and if it’s right for you.

RHB Assets From IGX: A Hawaiian coastline small town.

Home Buying - 7-Minute Read

David Collins - Jun 1, 2023

Modern Mansions: What They Are, Characteristics And Pros And Cons

A modern mansion offers spacious, grand floor plans and beautiful outdoor areas. Discover what’s inside luxury modern mansions and their pros and cons.

RHB Assets From IGX: Creepy haunted house with dark windows and overgrown yard

Housing Market - 4-Minute Read

Rachel Burris - Jun 1, 2023

Buying A Haunted House Wouldn’t Spook A Third Of Americans

A new study finds one-third of Americans would be fine buying a haunted house, with only 21% trying to sell their house after discovering it was haunted.

A person surveying land with a professional equipment.

Housing Market - 8-Minute Read

Molly Grace - Jun 1, 2023

Top 15 Places In Florida To Buy Vacation Homes

Let’s take a dive into the trends we noticed in our data analysis, what they might indicate and which spots in Florida were the most popular for vacation home buyers in 2023.

An aerial view of the Mississippi River and Minneapolis skyline.

Housing Market - 8-Minute Read

Lauren Nowacki - Jun 1, 2023

15 Most Dog-Friendly Cities

Rocket Homes analyzed 150 metro areas to rank the 15 most dog friendly cities. The best cities to live if you have a dog include Portland, Main and Eugene, Oregon.

RHB Assets From IGX: House with oversized three car garage

Home Buying - 4-Minute Read

Carla Ayers - May 31, 2023

Buying A House With Unpermitted Work: A Complete Guide

If you’re buying a house with unpermitted work, the process will be a bit more complicated. Find out what happens if you buy a house with unpermitted additions.

RHB Assets From IGX: Mobile home in a rural setting with trees in the background.

Home Buying - 6-Minute Read

Holly Shuffett - May 31, 2023

What’s the Difference Between Modular Vs. Manufactured Homes?

Thinking of buying a modular vs. a manufactured home, or vice versa? Discover the differences between modular and manufactured homes so you can choose wisely.