Resources

Looking for a house that truly fits your needs? Don't rely on a gut feeling. Get tips from a Better Real Estate Agent on how to know if a house...

Each season has its pros and cons: We’ll help you identify your best time of the year to buy a house based on how you prioritize price, choice, and timing....

Learn what the underwriting process timeline looks like, what underwriters review, common approval conditions, and how Better helps speed up the process.

Wondering about the home appraisal process? Learn what it is, it’s importance, how to get prepared for a home appraisal, and how to make the most of yours.

If you’re interested in a no-cost refinance, there are two ways to do it: Taking lender credits & rolling in your closing costs. Here we explore both.

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.

Buying an investment property may be a great way to diversify your finances. Learn about investment property loans and other tips.

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.

Your mortgage application comes down to three key numbers. Learn why they matter and how understanding them can help you make smarter home buying decisions.

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

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

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.

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

Thinking about refinancing your mortgage? Learn when to refinance, the benefits, and key factors to help you decide if now is truly the right time for you.

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...

There’s no secret sauce to setting your mortgage price, just these key variables.