What's the debt-to-income ratio I need for refinancing?

Discover the debt-to-income (DTI) ratio needed to refinance with Better Mortgage: 50% for conforming loans and 43% for jumbo loans. Read more

Can I transfer my current escrow account?

Explore whether you can transfer your current escrow account when funding a new loan, how servicers handle any balance, and the timeline for receiving it. Read more

How to remove prepaid property taxes from the closing disclosure?

Found a duplicate charge for prepaid property taxes on your Closing Disclosure? Learn what steps to take and what documentation you'll need to fix it. Read more

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Home Refinance vs Home Equity Loan: Key differences

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.

What is a good DTI ratio for a home loan?

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.

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