Resources

Mortgage News: Rates dropped after Election Day, but they’re unlikely to remain stable for long. Here’s why you should expect rates to swing up and down, whatever the results.

We’ll show you how to budget for a mortgage payment so that you can break down your monthly payment, examine your monthly budget, and assess how much you can afford....

Mortgage terminology is important—and often confusing. We’ll explain interest rates vs. APR, good faith estimates vs. Loan Estimates, and title insurance and PMI.

Get answers to your questions about escrow accounts - what is an escrow account, how does it work, and whether escrow for taxes and insurance is necessary.

Becoming a publicly listed company is a monumental occasion for Better as we continue our journey to make the homeownership process cheaper, faster, and easier for all. These are 10 milestones...

Home inspections give buyers peace of mind before closing on a home. Here’s a checklist and tips to help you prep for this process.

Two ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce

Your utility bills can eat up a large chunk of your monthly budget, but there are a number of ways you can cut costs. Check out our tips for saving....

Moving into a new home? Make sure you’re not overlooking any steps of our New Homeowner Checklist so you can start enjoying your new place as soon as possible.

Feeling out of place after a move? Learn how to make a new town feel like home by meeting neighbors, exploring shops, and giving new adventures a try.

Finding a mortgage is hard when you can’t prove your income. Learn how you can still make homeownership happen with asset based, or non-QM loan.

A real estate attorney is an essential part of your home purchase “team” and has a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest throughout the entire closing process.

Shopping for a mortgage with multiple lenders can save you big time. Learn how to look before you lock and save on monthly mortgage payments and interest.

First year cost cheat sheet for homebuyers + sensory staging advice for sellers

Life insurance requires an understanding of different policies and coverage needs. Better Cover can make the process of getting coverage quick and simple.

Term life insurance protects your loved ones if your death occurs during a set coverage period and can be a low-cost way to protect your family financially.

Student loan forgiveness boosts buyer budgets, plus listing agreement timelines

Discover the nuances of buying a second home versus an investment property and which option may be best for your goals.

Mortgage contingencies in a correcting market, plus seller strats and renos w ROI

Navigating housing market corrections, thinking like a buyer, and stretching summer into fall