Resources

Renting vs buying a home is a big decision. Learn the pros and cons of each—including upfront costs, monthly costs, and which option may be better in the long run.

If you’re interested in a no cost refinance, there are two ways you can pull it off: taking lender credits or rolling in your closing costs. Let’s explore both.

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

Where's the best place to get a mortgage: a big bank, local lender, or direct lender? Here are the differences and how to determine which one’s right for you.

Buying an investment property may be a great way to diversify your finances. Learn about investment property loans and other tips.

Many people are involved in the process of buying a home. You can expect to talk to everyone from a real estate agent to a loan consultant, and more.

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....

The Closing Disclosure is a standard form that lays out the final details of your mortgage. Here is a guide to understanding your Closing Disclosure.

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.

Mortgage News: Vacation destinations nationwide are turning into "Zoom towns" as remote workers flee cities and move there in waves

Buying a house? Learn key differences between primary residence vs investment property and secondary homes and how mortgage rates vary based on property type.

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.

If you’re applying for a mortgage or refinancing, you’ll need to “lock” your rate during the loan process. Here’s a breakdown of what exactly that means.

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.

Learn how to navigate buying a new construction home—from the home loan process, through assembling your team, and how you can avoid predatory lenders.

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