As we get closer and closer to 2025, it’s time to begin reflecting back on 2024. In pop culture, “demure” has been declared the “word of the year,” and our Federal Reserve Chairman, Jerome Powell, is the perfect example of someone who takes the utmost care to be modest and reserved despite the mind-boggling amount […]
Read moreDecember 09, 2024
This week’s edition covers recent economic statistics, Thanksgiving meal trends and what economists mean by “animal spirits.” Fuel up! 🚀 No food coma for the economic calendar While the holiday season might bring a slower pace to the office, economic data releases remain as active as ever. Consumer sentiment rose to 71.8, its highest reading […]
Read moreDecember 02, 2024
This week’s edition has October construction data, the lows of minimum wage, changes in home buyer behavior and the history of mortgages. Fuel up! 🚀 7 cities where you need to earn 4 times the minimum wage to afford rent In these cities, the minimum wage is set at $7.25 per hour. To afford a […]
Read moreNovember 25, 2024
Rocket Fuel is moving to a new format. Starting next week, Rocket Fuel will no longer be delivered as a separate email. You can continue to find all the same great content here on our blog, just as before. To stay connected with the latest insights, simply bookmark this page or click through our weekly […]
Read moreNovember 15, 2024
Mark your calendar for these upcoming events: OCN Mortgage Holiday Party in Irvine on December 5. New England Mortgage Expo in on January 15-17, where you’ll hear keynotes from Mike Fawaz, Rocket Pro TPO Executive Vice President and Don Chiesa, Rocket Pro TPO Vice President. Use the exclusive code ROCKETFREE to waive the registration fee for these events. […]
Read moreNovember 15, 2024
This week’s edition shares some huge news from Rocket Pro TPO, recaps the rate decision by the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) and discusses the current state of the U.S. economy. Fuel up! 🚀 The Fed Unanimously Cuts Rates At its latest meeting, the Federal Reserve decided to lower interest rates by 25 basis […]
Read moreNovember 07, 2024
Finally, no more texts and calls from “won’t stop texting, won’t stop calling” as election season comes to a close! This week’s edition has economic data surprises, housing affordability and more ways to grow your business with Rocket. Fuel up! 🚀 Home Sales Jump In September Pending home sales in September saw a significant surge, rising […]
Read moreNovember 04, 2024
While Halloween thrills may end on October 31, the spooky season lingers for many in the form of “daylight saving scaries.” With the end of daylight saving time approaching, around 40% of people are dreading the clock change, according to a recent survey – and the struggle lasts for weeks. The shift to shorter, darker days disrupts […]
Read moreOctober 25, 2024
And the award for “America’s Best Restroom” goes to … the Maverik service station near Salt Lake City International Airport. The soothing murals of snow-covered mountains with blue skies and modern shiny fixtures helped it reach the coveted top spot for 2024. This week’s edition explores the “why” behind middle-class housing unaffordability, a conversion on distressed office […]
Read moreOctober 18, 2024
Have you ever wondered what happens to a Spirit Halloween store after Halloween? Introducing Spirit Christmas! The Halloween super chain will be trying their hand at a new holiday – opening 10 Spirit Christmas stores across the Northeast. This week’s edition has September jobs data, August consumer credit and natural disaster relief strategy. September employment situation In September, […]
Read moreOctober 11, 2024