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Looking to buy your first home? Discover how buying your first home with Better Mortgage can simplify the process with low rates and expert, tailored support.

Discover how we modernized our cottage using home equity by leveraging built-up value to fund upgrades that boosted comfort, style, and resale potential.

A Home Equity Line of Credit is a versatile financial tool that allows homeowners to tap into the equity built in their homes to fund renovations and upgrades.

There is a range of tax deductions homebuyers or homeowners can use to lower their tax bill. Learn which tax breaks apply to your and what tax forms to use.

Discover the essential HELOC requirements for loan approval on our blog. Get the details you need to secure your loan.

Buying a condo comes with plenty of perks, but here’s what you need to consider before committing to this type of home.

Thinking about using an online lender to buy or refinance your home? Get pre-approved for a mortgage online quickly and easily with Better Mortgage, on your schedule and on your...

See what you’ll miss if you buy a house without an agent, when DIY can work for you, and everything you need to know about how to buy a house...

Every real estate transaction comes with fees, no matter how you pay. Learn what is included in closing costs, when they’re due, and what they all mean.

When financing looks questionable, mortgage contingencies come into play. Find out how Better can provide assurances with funding.

During the mortgage process, you'll go through various levels of approval from beginning to end. Learn more about mortgage pre-approval, verified approval, and conditional approval for buyers.

Get a comprehensive analysis of the 2024 mortgage rates housing market forecast. Explore our blog for insightful predictions and expert analysis.

Looking for a HELOC loan? Get the best rates and terms for your home equity line of credit. Explore our blog for more information.

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.

Better has officially gone public! Explore 10 pivotal milestones that defined our mission to transform the mortgage process and make homeownership accessible.

Home inspections give buyers peace of mind before closing on a home. Here’s a checklist and tips to help you prep for this process.

A title company ensures your legal ownership of your home before you can buy or refinance. Find out what to expect from the title and settlement services process.

Two ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce

Use our home appraisal checklist to maximize your property’s value, whether buying, selling, or refinancing. Prepare for success with expert tips and guidance.

Protect your new home with safety measures designed to combat the risk of fire, carbon monoxide poisoning, flooding, and burglary.