Resources

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

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.

Amidst a record drop in consumer confidence, and low returns on traditionally safe investments, the Fed moves to make more credit available to consumers.

There are so many reasons why a cash-out refinance might make sense for you and your household. Learn how to make a cash-out refi work for you.

How often can you refinance your home loan? While there’s no limit, there are some things to keep in mind. Here’s what you should know before refinancing, again.

Discover how FHA condo approvals work, including loans and eligibility criteria. Dive into our blog for all the details.

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.

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.

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.

More than half of homebuyers with children in school shop by school district. Here's what to know about the impact that can have.

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

If you’re juggling several different debts, consolidating them into one monthly payment might be your best bet to avoid high interest rates and complicated payment schedules.