Homebuying

Touring homes is an exciting part of the home purchase journey. Here’s a guide to help you tick all the (not-so-obvious) boxes to find your dream home.

Want to use an online lender to buy or refinance your home? Get pre-approved for a mortgage online easily with Better Mortgage, on your schedule and terms.

Thinking of buying a vacation home? Find out the requirements the property must meet to be eligible for a second mortgage.

See how to buy a house without a real estate agent; weigh what you’ll miss, when DIY works, and the essential steps and safeguards to navigate the purchase.

Learn about FHA condo approval requirements for buyers, including eligibility rules, documentation needed, and how to find FHA-approved condominium projects.

If you’re applying for a mortgage or refinancing, you’ll need to “lock” your rate during the loan process. Here’s a breakdown of what exactly that means.

Go from planning to closing with the complete home buying checklist—most of which can now be completed online with the help of Better.

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.

More than half of homebuyers with children in school shop by school district. Here's what to know about the impact that can have.

Thinking of buying a home soon? Explore options & compare the pros and cons of renting vs. owning to see what fits your lifestyle, budget, and long-term plans.

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

Real estate PMI, or private mortgage insurance, is required for low down payment mortgage loans. Learn about how real estate PMI can impact your mortgage costs.

Here’s how you can put down roots and buy a house without having to give up your dreams of traveling the world.

Your homebuying team is crucial in helping you make a winning offer on your dream home. Here's how to assemble the right homebuying team.

Buying a home with a significant other, family member, or close friend? Here’s how to decide whether or not to include them on the mortgage.

Buying a home is the biggest financial transaction most people will make. To help you prepare for it, this post is all about knowing your mortgage numbers.

Mortgage paperwork can often seem confusing, but this handy guide breaks down exactly what documents you’ll need.

From job changes to pay structures, your employment income can play a major role in your mortgage application. Here’s what you need to know.

Learn how to lower debt to income ratio for mortgage approval. Understand what affects your DTI ratio, why it matters, and how to qualify for better rates.

Most mortgage lenders won’t count RSU compensation as part of your income, but Better Mortgage will. Here’s how our underwriters handle RSUs.