Resources

Discover the nuances of buying a second home versus an investment property and which option may be best for your goals.

Explore our detailed home buying process timeline to understand each step from pre-approval to closing and learn how to move forward with confidence.

Thinking of buying a vacation home? Find out the requirements the property must meet to be eligible for a second mortgage.

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.

Learn about FHA condo approval requirements for buyers, including eligibility rules, documentation needed, and how to find FHA-approved condominium projects.

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

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

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

Real estate PMI, or private mortgage insurance, is required for low down payment mortgage loans. Learn about how real estate PMI can impact your mortgage costs.

Your homebuying team is crucial in helping you make a winning offer on your dream home. Here's how to assemble the right homebuying team.

At Better Mortgage, we give them the best mortgage price possible. So how do we make money?

Want to save thousands a year? Refinancing could be the way. Here's everything you need to know.

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.

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

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

Learn how to lower debt to income ratio for mortgage approval. Understand what affects your DTI ratio, why it matters, and how to qualify for better rates.

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

Your loan estimate is a summary of the terms and costs associated with your loan. Learn how to read and understand it with confidence.

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.