1. Rahu in the 1st House (Ascendant)

• Positive: Strong desires for personal growth and ambition. Can make the native charismatic, influential, and adventurous.
• Negative: May lead to confusion about one’s identity, impulsive behavior, or a tendency to manipulate others for self-benefit.

2. Rahu in the 2nd House

• Positive: Desire for wealth and material possessions, giving financial success through unconventional means.
• Negative: Can create issues in family life, speech problems, or unethical financial practices.

3. Rahu in the 3rd House

• Positive: Courageous, adventurous, and strong communication skills. Great for media, publishing, or advertising careers.
• Negative: Can lead to aggressive communication, strained relationships with siblings, or over-ambition.

4. Rahu in the 4th House

• Positive: Strong desire for a luxurious home and lifestyle. May get involved in real estate, vehicles, or property management.
• Negative: Mental unrest, detachment from family, or problems related to the mother or emotional well-being.

5. Rahu in the 5th House

• Positive: Creative and innovative thinking, attraction to speculative businesses like stock markets or gambling. Unconventional approach to children and education.
• Negative: Difficulty with children, love affairs, or speculative losses. Can cause over-indulgence in pleasure.

6. Rahu in the 6th House

• Positive: Strong ability to overcome enemies and win over competitors. Good for professions like law enforcement, medicine, or competitive fields.
• Negative: Health issues related to toxins or addictions, over-obsession with work, or strained relationships with coworkers.

7. Rahu in the 7th House

• Positive: Desire for a foreign spouse or business partnerships. Good for public relations, business, and negotiations.
• Negative: Troubles in marriage due to misunderstandings or unconventional relationships. Potential for manipulation in partnerships.

8. Rahu in the 8th House

• Positive: Attraction to occult, mysticism, or research. Can provide sudden gains through inheritance or other people’s resources.
• Negative: Health issues, especially hidden or chronic illnesses. Sudden losses, accidents, or involvement in scandals.

9. Rahu in the 9th House

• Positive: Strong desire for knowledge, foreign travels, or higher education. May engage in unconventional belief systems or philosophies.
• Negative: Confusion or conflicts related to religion or spirituality. Trouble with teachers or mentors, or exaggerated self-righteousness.

10. Rahu in the 10th House

• Positive: Great ambition in career, fame, and public recognition. Can excel in politics, business, or any profession that deals with the masses.
• Negative: Over-ambition can lead to unethical practices. May face ups and downs in career or problems with authority figures.

11. Rahu in the 11th House

• Positive: Desire for wealth and expansion of social networks. Strong gains through friendships, connections, and unconventional methods.
• Negative: Over-obsession with material gains or social recognition. Problems with elder siblings or in social circles.

12. Rahu in the 12th House

• Positive: Spiritual inclination, foreign travels, and hidden talents. Strong interest in the subconscious, dreams, or other-worldly experiences.
• Negative: Isolation, confusion, losses, or secret enemies. May face issues related to sleep, addictions, or escapism.

The effects of Rahu in any house are also influenced by the sign it occupies, the aspects it receives, and the planets associated with it. Additionally, understanding the Rahu-Ketu axis is important for a complete interpretation.