5 tips to house hunt without the stress
Get ahead of your house hunt with considerations for choosing your location and our house hunting checklist.
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Get ahead of your house hunt with considerations for choosing your location and our house hunting checklist.
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The listing price isn’t the best way to gauge affordability. Look for these hidden costs of buying a home to accurately budget for your mortgage.
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HomeReady vs FHA loans: See how an affordable home financing program that offers low down payment options like HomeReady stacks up against FHA loans.
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Better mortgages aren't “one-size-fits-all." Learn how to find a mortgage that fits your goals and budget with insights from founder and CEO Vishal Garg.
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Each season has its pros and cons: We’ll help you identify your best time of the year to buy a house based on how you prioritize price, choice, and timing....
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Mortgage application denied? Discover common reasons for denial and expert tips to strengthen your next application and boost your chances of getting approved.
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Closing day comes with a lot of paperwork. Understanding what closing documents to expect in the closing package and their purposes can help put your mind at ease.
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What is earnest money? It's a cash deposit that happens early in the home purchase process. Homebuyers can use it to get a leg up in competitive markets. Learn more.
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Loan Estimates are standardized forms that feature a detailed breakdown of loan fees and terms. Homebuyers can use them to compare different lending options.
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In the socially distanced world of 2020, Better helped 88,100+ new clients navigate their homeownership journey with ease, confidence, and a ton of savings.
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Learn what the underwriting process timeline looks like, what underwriters review, common approval conditions, and how Better helps speed up the process.
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Find out what makes Better a different kind of online mortgage lender. Our innovative technology, honest rates, and friendly humans are just the beginning.
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Renting vs buying a home is a big decision. Learn the pros and cons of each—including upfront costs, monthly costs, and which option may be better in the long run.
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Buying an investment property may be a great way to diversify your finances. Learn about investment property loans and other tips.
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Many people are involved in the process of buying a home. You can expect to talk to everyone from a real estate agent to a loan consultant, and more.
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Many different types of mortgage loans exist, including fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, jumbo, FHA, and more, each with advantages for different homebuyers.
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Learn how to budget for your monthly mortgage payment with expert tips to manage finances, reduce stress, and stay in control of your homeownership costs.
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Buying a house? Learn how your property type—primary residence, second home, or investment property—affects your mortgage rates, including investment property mortgage rates vs primary residence.
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Thinking of applying for a home loan? Learn the pros and cons of a 15 year vs. 30 year fixed rate mortgage in a new article from Better Mortgage.
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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.
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