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Q&A: How a first-time homebuyer beat the competition with less than 20% down

What do you do when there are multiple offers on you dream home? We asked a first-time homebuyer in Seattle who beat the competition with just 12.5% down.

How to get rid of mortgage insurance

Are you currently paying for mortgage insurance? Here are some ways you might be able to get rid of it and save in the long run.

How Better finds mortgage discounts and passes them on to you

Make sure you’re getting the best deal on your mortgage. Instantly check to see if you qualify for any mortgage discounts.

How to find the mortgage that’s right for you

Mortgages aren’t one-size-fits-all. Here’s how to make sure you’re getting the best mortgage for you.

FHA vs. HomeReady: Breaking down different affordable loan options

If you’ve looked into affordable home financing options you’ve probably come across FHA loans. At Better, we offer a loan similar to FHA called HomeReady.

When a 3-5% down payment isn't a risk

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

A Better home affordability calculator – how much can you afford?

Before you start the home shopping process, it's useful to know what you can afford. We have built an interactive home affordability calculator to let you explore.

So you’re wondering how much house can you (actually) afford

Online calculators are pretty bad at giving a reliable answer. For most homebuyers, what they end up qualifying for is often less than what the calculator said

Why a no-cost mortgage has historically been the best choice for most borrowers: try our interactive tool

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