Resources

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Trying to decide between a fixed-rate mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage? Here’s the difference, and how to figure out which home loan is right for you.

Better.com CEO Vishal Garg has been interested in tech and lending for years. Here’s how he zeroed in on mortgages and made it easier for people to buy a home.

What is earnest money? It's a cash deposit that happens early in the home purchase process. Homebuyers can use it to get a leg up in competitive markets. Learn more.

Loan Estimates are standardized forms that feature a detailed breakdown of loan fees and terms. Homebuyers can use them to compare different lending options.

In the socially distanced world of 2020, Better helped 88,100+ new clients navigate their homeownership journey with ease, confidence, and a ton of savings.

Peek behind the curtain at Better Mortgage for insight into the underwriting process for mortgages, what underwriters look for when approving a loan, and more.

Find out what makes Better a different kind of online mortgage lender. Our innovative technology, honest rates, and friendly humans are just the beginning.

Wondering about the home appraisal process? Learn what it is, why it’s important, how to get prepared for a home appraisal, and how to make the most of your appraisal.

Ever wondered what affects mortgage rates and which factors push them up and down? Better Mortgage breaks down the science.

Many different types of mortgage loans exist, including fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, jumbo, FHA, and more, each with advantages for different homebuyers.

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....

Learn how to read a mortgage rate table—a powerful comparison tool to help you choose the best home loan for your needs—in this new article from Better Mortgage.

Second mortgages can be used to pay off debts, but they do come with risks. Learn about HELOCs, home equity loans, and piggyback loans in this new Better Mortgage article.

Buying a house? Learn how your property type—primary residence, second home, or investment property—affects your mortgage rates, including investment property mortgage rates vs primary residence.

Thinking of applying for a home loan? Learn the pros and cons of a 15 year vs. 30 year fixed rate mortgage in a new article from Better Mortgage.

APR and interest rate represent two different things. Learn the difference between mortgage interest rate vs APR and how to determine the true cost of your mortgage.

When you’re looking to buy or refinance a home, there are 3 major factors that can make or break your mortgage application approval. Find out what they are.

To celebrate National Intern Day, a former Better.com intern will walk first-time homebuyers through homeownership lessons he learned during his internship.

Go from planning to closing with the complete home buying checklist—most of which can now be completed online with the help of Better.