Refinancing

Here we answer the most common mortgage questions for new home loans and refinancing. This is the mortgage advice you need to make the best decision for you.

If you’re refinancing a mortgage, locking your interest rate now can help you save money in the long run. Here’s how to decide if you should lock your rate today.

Refinancing can help homeowners save money, but it’s a complicated process. Here’s how it works at Better Mortgage and what you can expect from start to finish.

HomeReady vs FHA loans: See how an affordable home financing program that offers low down payment options like HomeReady stacks up against FHA loans.

Loan Estimates are standardized forms that feature a detailed breakdown of loan fees and terms. Homebuyers can use them to compare different lending options.

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.

Peek behind the curtain at Better Mortgage for insight into the underwriting process for mortgages, what underwriters look for when approving a loan, and more.

Find out what makes Better a different kind of online mortgage lender. Our innovative technology, honest rates, and friendly humans are just the beginning.

Second mortgages can be used to pay off debts, but they do come with risks. Learn about HELOCs, home equity loans, and piggyback loans in this new Better Mortgage article.

The CARES Act makes it easier for those affected by COVID-19 to put their mortgage into forbearance—but a refinance might be a better option.

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.

Should you refinance your mortgage? From lowering your monthly payments to getting cash-out, here are some ways you may benefit from refinancing.

Try this refinance calculator to understand how much you could save if you refinance your mortgage.

Learn how pre-approval helps secure financing, make competitive offers, and understand how much house they can afford. Get started with pre-approval for first-time home buyers today!

Many homebuyers boost their borrowing power by purchasing a home with a partner. Discover the benefits and learn how to get a joint mortgage pre-approval.

Here we deep dive into what you can expect when you transition from scrolling through homes online to going to open houses, making an offer, and closing.

Refinancing a home loan when you have a second mortgage means you’ll need a loan subordination. See what to expect, why the delays, and how to speed things up.

Homeowners who were previously denied a mortgage refinance may now qualify through RefiPossible™. You may save up to $3k/yr by lowering your monthly costs.

Here’s an intro to how FHA loans work, how to qualify, and which types of borrowers might be a good match for this type of mortgage.

Can you qualify for a mortgage? You might want to check your credit score. Learn how lenders handle your credit score and how you can improve it.