Resources

Interested party contributions can help, but also complicate closing your mortgage. Know the ins and outs to get the most out of your party contributions.

Rent-to-own is an alternative to buying a home outright. For those who might not qualify for a traditional mortgage, rent-to-own offers a path to ownership.

The CARES Act makes it easier for those affected by COVID-19 to put their mortgage into forbearance—but a refinance might be a better option.

Gifts letters are common in financing the down payment for a home. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of using gift funds towards your mortgage.

Discover what affects a home appraisal for refinance, including how cleanliness and other factors may influence its value. Learn what appraisers look for and how to prepare your home.

Better Settlement Service’s comprehensive guide to the title fees and closing costs associated with buying or refinancing a home.

Attention, New York homeowners: a CEMA loan can save you thousands in taxes when buying or refinancing property that's already mortgaged in the state.

Mortgage lenders require you to have homeowners insurance, but what is it? Find out how it works and where you can find the right policy for your home.

Online mortgage calculators may not be as reliable as you think. Find out how to get a Better idea of how much house you can really afford.

When you apply for a mortgage, your lender might ask for your tax returns. Here's why they’re requested and how they can affect your mortgage application.

Every homebuyer should be asking these questions to their mortgage lender.

When you’re trying to determine whether it’s a smarter choice for you to rent or buy your home, you need to consider what is involved with renting vs. buying.

Learn about how Better.com is handling the COVID-19 outbreak, and what you can expect with mortgages, in-person appraisals and inspections, and more.

Even with Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns driving record-low interest rates, mortgage rates continue to fluctuate. Here’s a detailed breakdown of why.

Right now is the best time in 50 years to save money on your mortgage. Interest rates have never been this low and by simple virtue of that fact, will...

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’ll want to start preparing to take out a mortgage well before you apply. Here’s a guide to getting yourself ready.

Getting ready to apply for your first mortgage? Make sure you know what to expect. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the entire mortgage process from start to finish.

Learn what mortgage lenders are looking for when evaluating a loan application — and what first-time homebuyers can do to meet their requirements.

What’s the difference between fixed and adjustable rate mortgages? What are points and credits? How will your down payment affect your interest rate? We have your answers.

2019 was a great year for Better Mortgage and our homeowners. Here’s a look at what we did this year and a sneak peek at where we hope to go...