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Get answers to your questions about escrow accounts - what is an escrow account, how does it work, and whether escrow for taxes and insurance is necessary.
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about What is an escrow account?Get answers to your questions about escrow accounts - what is an escrow account, how does it work, and whether escrow for taxes and insurance is necessary.
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about What is an escrow account?Becoming a publicly listed company is a monumental occasion for Better as we continue our journey to make the homeownership process cheaper, faster, and easier for all. These are 10 milestones...
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about 10 things you didn't know about BetterHome inspections give buyers peace of mind before closing on a home. Here’s a checklist and tips to help you prep for this process.
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about The essential home inspection checklist for homebuyersTwo ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce
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about Handling your mortgage during a divorceYour utility bills can eat up a large chunk of your monthly budget, but there are a number of ways you can cut costs. Check out our tips for saving....
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about How to Save Money on UtilitiesMoving into a new home? Make sure you’re not overlooking any steps of our New Homeowner Checklist so you can start enjoying your new place as soon as possible.
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about New Homeowner Checklist: 5 Essential Things to Do When Moving InFeeling out of place after a move? Learn how to make a new town feel like home by meeting neighbors, exploring shops, and giving new adventures a try.
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about How to Get to Know Your NeighborhoodFinding a mortgage is hard when you can’t prove your income. Learn how you can still make homeownership happen with asset based, or non-QM loan.
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about What Are Non-QM Loans, aka Asset-Based Loans?A real estate attorney is an essential part of your home purchase “team” and has a fiduciary duty to act in your best interest throughout the entire closing process.
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about Real Estate Attorneys: What You Need to KnowShopping for a mortgage with multiple lenders can save you big time. Learn how to look before you lock and save on monthly mortgage payments and interest.
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about Look Twice (or Thrice) Before Locking in a Mortgage RateFirst year cost cheat sheet for homebuyers + sensory staging advice for sellers
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about Mortgage pie + PSL vs PMILife insurance requires an understanding of different policies and coverage needs. Better Cover can make the process of getting coverage quick and simple.
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about Life insurance basics you should knowTerm life insurance protects your loved ones if your death occurs during a set coverage period and can be a low-cost way to protect your family financially.
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about Term life insurance is a low-cost way to protect your familyStudent loan forgiveness boosts buyer budgets, plus listing agreement timelines
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about Loan forgiveness and listing agreementsDiscover the nuances of buying a second home versus an investment property and which option may be best for your goals.
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about Second home vs Investment Property: What's the difference?Mortgage contingencies in a correcting market, plus seller strats and renos w ROI
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about Contingencies, seller strats, and renos w ROIRead more
about Housing market corrections, buyer mindsets, and summer livingBuyer-friendly trends to watch, tips for picking a seller’s agent, and sweet summer deals
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about Buyer-friendly trends, seller’s agent tips, and sweet summer dealsDown payments and closing costs can make homeownership a struggle for many first-time buyers. Luckily, Texans have a number of assistance programs that can help.
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about 5 First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Programs in TexasRent-to-own 101, how sellers should evaluate offers today, and tips for renovating during supply chain gridlock.
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about Rent-to-own 101, offer must-haves, and reno cheat sheetNeed something else? You can find more info in our FAQ