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Rocket launches loyalty program, gives discount for closing costs

Housing Wire

In the first phase of the program, customers can use points to get discounts on their closing costs when purchase a home through the subsidiary Rocket Mortgage. To start, customers will receive a 7,500-point welcome bonus on their first reward activity – or $75 in savings on closing costs.

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How does the “buy before you sell” model differ from iBuyers and Power buyers?

Housing Wire

This model is still expensive for homeowners because they are paying duplicate closing costs and leaseback fees. The third iteration was pioneered by Calque and is the most cost-effective model of the three. Lenders want to consider who owns the client relationship and which brand is front and center in the transaction.

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Banking Real Estate in the Clouds

GeekEstate

Loyalty is not widely distributed though, with 54% of customers only loyal to 1 to 5 brands. The following sixteen minute video by Wendover Productions details how airlines have quietly become banks since the creation of the first frequent flyer program in 1981: United’s loyalty program is valued at $21.9 It sure pays to be loyal.

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MeridianLink Survey Reveals Declining Confidence in Home Affordability

Realty Biz

The top reasons consumers cited for choosing a mortgage lender were low closing costs and better rates (53%), positive brand reputation (40%), and flexible repayment options (36%). Almost half of Americans (45%) will explore other options before obtaining a mortgage from their primary financial institution.

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Saving For a House? Here are 9 Ways to Invest and Help Your Money Grow

HomeLight

Week by week, you slowly add to your nest egg, trying to accrue enough to cover the down payment , closing costs , and any other expenses, not to mention making sure you have enough of a cushion that your home purchase won’t totally deplete your savings. Investments via your bank or credit union.

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13 Legit We Buy Houses for Cash Companies in Texas That Sellers Love

HomeLight

Closing costs: We Buy Ugly Houses covers most, if not all closing costs. Closing costs: No prep costs, no agent commissions, and no fees charged by HomeLight. Closing costs: You pay no closing costs, Express Homebuyers covers them. Our advice? Contact information: Website.

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What Legal Documents Will You Need for Buying a House? Here’s Your List

HomeLight

A Loan Estimate is a document provided by your lender that includes the terms of your mortgage loan and an estimate of your closing costs. Estimated closing costs. Estimated cash needed to close. Closing costs check. Source: (Surface / Unsplash). Loan Estimate. Monthly principal and interest payment.