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Don’t let these common refinance myths and misconceptions scare you away from the potential benefits of refinancing.

We get it—the refinance process can seem pretty mysterious. Here’s a step-by-step timeline to help you get familiarized with the journey ahead.

Buying a home with a significant other, family member, or close friend? Here’s how to decide whether or not to include them on the mortgage.

Buying a home is the biggest financial transaction most people will make. To help you prepare for it, this post is all about knowing your mortgage numbers.

Considering a mortgage refinance? These 5 tips can help you make the refinance journey as smooth and successful as possible.

Struggling to get your dream home in a competitive market? These tips can help you make an offer that truly stands out to sellers.

A high Debt to Income Ratio (DTI) is the #1 reason mortgage applications get rejected. Learn how your DTI can affect your mortgage and how to lower it.

Considering a 5% down payment for your mortgage? We're here to help demystify the low down payment mortgage.

We launched Better Mortgage because the mortgage industry is broken. That's why we're making homebuying smarter, faster, and better from beginning to end.

Buying a condo comes with plenty of perks, but here’s what you need to consider before committing to this type of home.

Thinking about using an online lender to buy or refinance your home? Get pre-approved for a mortgage online quickly and easily with Better Mortgage, on your schedule and on your...

Conventional mortgages are the most popular loan for homebuyers and refinancers alike. Here are the conventional loan requirements you need to know before applying.

Learn all about what a debt-to-income ratio (DTI) is, what a good debt-to-income ratio looks like, and why it matters when taking out a home mortgage.

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

Mortgage paperwork can often seem confusing, but this handy guide breaks down exactly what documents you’ll need.

Mortgages can be confusing, even if you’ve gotten one before. Here’s a breakdown of all the costs that come with getting a mortgage.

Whether you’re buying or refinancing a home, mortgage rates can seem confusing. Here’s a quick overview to help you shop rates with confidence.

From job changes to pay structures, your employment income can play a major role in your mortgage application. Here’s what you need to know.

Most mortgage lenders won’t count RSU compensation as part of your income, but Better Mortgage will. Here’s how our underwriters handle RSUs.

Don’t take the bait. Here’s a guide to being a better rate shopper and a primer on rates, credits, and “no closing cost” loans.