These days, describing the current housing market as a roller coaster ride wouldn’t be an over exaggeration. In the past couple years, brokers have reaped the benefits of the pandemic-fueled market but now since we’re working in today’s changing market, we need to adjust. How do you stay competitive for long term success? How can […]
Read moreApril 21, 2022
Tax Day is Monday! Are you a Ned Flanders-esque taxpayer that knocks out taxes ASAP, or are you more like Homer Simpson – waiting until the last second and questioning how many kids you have? Fuel Up! 🚀 Biz Buzz Responsibility Will Prevail According to the National Retail Federation, just over half of Americans who […]
Read moreApril 16, 2022
All brokers, even those who are just starting out, understand that not every client will be an easy one. As with any transaction, a mortgage transaction can be met with skepticism, price comparisons, uncertainty and a number of questions. When dealing with a big financial commitment (such as a home purchase or refinance), some clients […]
Read moreApril 14, 2022
Spring is in the air! American ballparks will be back in session this summer after lockdowns and lockout talks have tamped down spirits. It’s moving day in Augusta, Georgia, as day 3 of the Masters will reveal the final pairing for Sunday’s history-making final round. Will a Rocket Mortgage® sponsored golfer take home the green […]
Read moreApril 11, 2022
In 2020, most homes across the country transformed into offices as we tried to stop the spread of COVID-19. Since then, many companies have embraced work from home, becoming fully remote or offering employees a hybrid version. For many, the switch to work from home took some major adjusting. And while we may be more […]
Read moreApril 06, 2022
7 Things To Remember As Rates Rise – With Austin Niemiec Rates have been aggressively rising. Below is a rate sheet from 1985, when Rocket Mortgage® was an independent mortgage broker. We are all in a cyclical business. This is normal. As mortgage pros, there are a few key things we must remember in times […]
Read moreApril 04, 2022
It’s no surprise you want the best for your clients and to help them succeed. A positive experience is a win for them and a win for your business. But there’s more to it than that. If you can get a testimonial from a happy client, you can possess a powerful tool for your brand. […]
Read moreMarch 30, 2022
… and the award for best performance in a lead acting role goes to Jerome Powell from the Federal Reserve! This week’s edition has hawks, Fannie forecast updates and, of course, more crosswords! Fuel Up! 🚀 Powell’s Corner The Fed wants to look like hawks in control. Inflation hawks tighten policy to cool the economy, whereas […]
Read moreMarch 28, 2022
In the past couple of years, we worked through a global pandemic and saw interest rates drop to historic lows. Today, housing prices have skyrocketed, inflation is the highest it’s been in 40 years and interest rates continue to trend upwards. To say the future is uncertain, at this point, is an understatement. During these […]
Read moreMarch 23, 2022
St. Patrick’s Day was mostly mask-free this year as things continue to normalize in the U.S. 🍀 It’s said that leprechaun’s pot of gold has a coin for each year of its life. Recent flight-to-safety trading and inflation in the markets values that pot-o-gold at ~$2 million. 🌈 This week’s edition has rate hike info, homebuilder feelings and […]
Read moreMarch 21, 2022