Resources

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.

Want to access the equity in your home? You have 2 options: taking out a second mortgage or doing a cash-out refinance. Let’s compare the benefits of both.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

What's the best way to get a mortgage? At Better Mortgage, we’ve created an online mortgage experience, so getting financing for a home is completely transparent.

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

While traditional fixed rate mortgages have the same rate for the entire life of the loan (typically 15, 20, or 30 years), adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) are a bit different.

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

Historical data tells us that for most borrowers in the last 25 years, paying points has been a bad decision.

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.