How to Get Rid of Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)
Discover how to get rid of PMI and save on mortgage payments. Explore actionable strategies, cancellation criteria, and decide if removing PMI is worth it.
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Discover how to get rid of PMI and save on mortgage payments. Explore actionable strategies, cancellation criteria, and decide if removing PMI is worth it.
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Discover the new 2025 FHFA conforming loan limits, including baseline and high-cost area values. Learn how these changes impact homebuyers and homeowners and how to maximize benefits with tech-driven mortgage...
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VA IRRRL guide covering eligibility, benefits, and rates explained in detail. Find out how veterans can lower their mortgage payments and secure better terms today.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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When financing looks questionable, mortgage contingencies come into play. Find out how Better can provide assurances with funding.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Two ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce
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Use our home appraisal checklist to maximize your property’s value, whether buying, selling, or refinancing. Prepare for success with expert tips and guidance.
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Protect your new home with safety measures designed to combat the risk of fire, carbon monoxide poisoning, flooding, and burglary.
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Your 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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Moving 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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Feeling 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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Down 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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Our Texas homebuying guide explains loan requirements, financial benefits, and the buying process. Learn how to buy a house in Texas here.
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Working with the right real estate agent can give you an enormous advantage as a homebuyer. See the best strategies for how to find a realtor, including key questions to...
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