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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.

Learn the key difference between mortgage APR and interest rate, and how each affects the true cost of your loan, monthly payments, and overall home financing.

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.

Learn the key homeownership lessons from a Better intern: insights that combine real estate expertise with early career development and first-time buyer tips.

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.

Understand how interested party contributions can impact your loan, LTV ratio, and closing costs. Get clear information on what to watch for before you close.

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.

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

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.

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.