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During the mortgage process, you'll go through various levels of approval from beginning to end. Learn more about pre-approval, verified approval, and conditional approval for buyers.

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about How to get a mortgage approval: Pre-approval, verified approval, and conditional approval

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...

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about 10 things you didn't know about Better

Protect your new home with safety measures designed to combat the risk of fire, carbon monoxide poisoning, flooding, and burglary.

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about 15 Safety Measures to Protect Your Home

Whole life provides coverage across your lifespan. It features higher premiums than term life insurance, but the cash value of the policy can increase.

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about Whole life insurance provides long-lasting coverage

Leverage your lock, refresh outdoor spaces, and check local listing trends

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about Leverage your lock period, win with outdoor spaces, and check local trends before listing

If you’re interested in a rate-and-term refinance, then you have a few options. Here's what you need to know about your no cash out and limited cash out refinance options.

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about No Cash Out Refinance vs. Limited Cash Out Refinance: What You Need to Know Before Getting Started

Check out which cities are seeing big price drops, the top amenities you need if you’re renting out your vacation home, and a good summer home upgrade.

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about Home price drops, vacation rental amenities, and more.

DIY home improvements fueled by cash-out refinances have grown in popularity since 2020. These tips will help you get the most out of your renovation.

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about Handy homeowners could be hurting their resale value

The affordable housing crisis is making it harder for everyday Americans to buy homes. Here we explore ways creative buyers can get in on the American dream.

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about How to buy a home during a housing shortage

The spring market comes with low inventory and intense competition, but buyers can win by being prepared to move fast.

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about Why homebuying season feels different in 2022

Learn why millennials are buying vacation homes first, homeowners are thinking about becoming landlords, and considerations for buying in LA.

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about Second homes and investment properties now turn buyers heads

Moving up your homebuying timeline could help you afford more in today’s market.

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about Rising rates could cost buyers thousands

Newlyweds take the plunge on their first home with Better’s Cash Offer program.

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about Finding Home: Dorian and Leah

Interest rates are on the rise, but cashing out could still save you thousands and help you manage debt.

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about How a cash-out refinance can help with debt

Why wait, save, and pay rent to your landlord when you could be paying off your own home. See why smaller down payments can unlock the door to homeownership.

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about When a 3%, 5%, or 10% conventional loan down payment is smarter

Mortgage News: Over a million homes are expected to sell in the next two months alone. Find out how to get serious about your house hunt so you can score...

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about How to get serious about your house hunt

We looked at notable design trends over the past 100 years to see how American homes have changed.

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about Interior design trends from the 1920s to today

Rates are close to the lows of September 2020, giving today’s homebuyers a chance to save on their mortgage before they’re expected to rise.

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about Rates are still low on a new home

With most lenders, pre-approval is free, doesn’t hurt your credit, and doesn’t commit you to a loan. Learn more and get started with our pre-approval guide.

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about How much does it cost to get pre-approved?

Looking to buy a property that makes money for you? Learn the minimum qualification requirements to get pre-approved for a mortgage on an investment property.

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about How to get pre-approval for an investment property
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