Homebuying

The fight against LGBT housing discrimination has turned a corner. Learn your rights with the Better.com infographic on LGBT homeownership.

Rent-to-own is an alternative to buying a home outright. For those who might not qualify for a traditional mortgage, rent-to-own offers a path to ownership.

Gifts letters are common in financing the down payment for a home. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of using gift funds towards your mortgage.

Online mortgage calculators may not be as reliable as you think. Find out how to get a Better idea of how much house you can really afford.

When you apply for a mortgage, your lender might ask for your tax returns. Here's why they’re requested and how they can affect your mortgage application.

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

Origination fees are common when purchasing a mortgage but we'll explain why they can vary between lenders and why better doesn't charge them.

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

When you’re trying to determine whether it’s a smarter choice for you to rent or buy your home, you need to consider what is involved with renting vs. buying.

A look at the latest developments in the mortgage market for the week beginning 3/23/20 covering the Fed’s actions to drop mortgage rates, making home equity more accessible.

Even with Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns driving record-low interest rates, mortgage rates continue to fluctuate. Here’s a detailed breakdown of why.

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’ll want to start preparing to take out a mortgage well before you apply. Here’s a guide to getting yourself ready.

Getting ready to apply for your first mortgage? Make sure you know what to expect. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the entire mortgage process from start to finish.

Learn what mortgage lenders are looking for when evaluating a loan application — and what first-time homebuyers can do to meet their requirements.

What’s the difference between fixed and adjustable rate mortgages? What are points and credits? How will your down payment affect your interest rate? We have your answers.

A new joint report compiled by Compass and Better.com reveals that over the last year, women are increasingly leaning into homeownership.

There’s no secret sauce to setting your mortgage price, just these key variables.

Making an offer on a home is a tricky move. You don’t want to offer too much but you also want to be competitive. While there's no magic formula, here...

Traditional lenders talk a lot about the relationship between mortgage rates and the Fed raising rates. However, FOMC announcements have little to no bearing on mortgage rate fluctuation.

This home affordability calculator can help you understand how much house you can afford before you start the shopping process.