Understanding the Mortgage Underwriting Process Timeline
Learn what the underwriting process timeline looks like, what underwriters review, common approval conditions, and how Better helps speed up the process.
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Learn what the underwriting process timeline looks like, what underwriters review, common approval conditions, and how Better helps speed up the process.
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Find out what makes Better a different kind of online mortgage lender. Our innovative technology, honest rates, and friendly humans are just the beginning.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ever wondered what affects mortgage rates and which factors push them up and down? Better Mortgage breaks down the science.
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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.
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Buying an investment property may be a great way to diversify your finances. Learn about investment property loans and other tips.
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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.
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Many different types of mortgage loans exist, including fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, jumbo, FHA, and more, each with advantages for different homebuyers.
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Learn how to budget for your monthly mortgage payment with expert tips to manage finances, reduce stress, and stay in control of your homeownership costs.
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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.
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Mortgage News: The Federal Reserve intends to keep interest rates near zero in an effort to speed economic recovery.
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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.
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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.
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Mortgage News: Vacation destinations nationwide are turning into "Zoom towns" as remote workers flee cities and move there in waves
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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