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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.

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.

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

Explore pre approval, verified approval, and conditional approval stages, what lenders verify at each, and how faster approvals strengthen home bids today.

Get a comprehensive analysis of the 2024 mortgage rates housing market forecast. Explore our blog for insightful predictions and expert analysis.

Looking for a HELOC loan? Get the best rates and terms for your home equity line of credit. Explore our blog for more information.

What is an escrow account? Learn how it works, and why it helps protect buyers, sellers, and lenders. Discover the types, rules, and their real estate benefits.

Better has officially gone public! Explore 10 pivotal milestones that defined our mission to transform the mortgage process and make homeownership accessible.

Use our house inspections checklist to prepare for your home inspection, spot red flags, estimate costs, and negotiate repairs before you close on a home.

Learn how title and settlement services help you close on a home, from title searches to insurance, escrow, and signing, plus what to expect at every step.

Two ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce

Protect your new home with safety measures designed to combat the risk of fire, carbon monoxide poisoning, flooding, and burglary.

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....

Use this new home checklist to learn essential tips on safety, inspections, and address updates so you can settle in comfortably and enjoy your new home.

Looking for a real estate attorney? Learn when to hire one, how to choose the right fit, and key things to consider for a smooth and successful home purchase.

Explore top first-time home buyer programs in Texas, including grants, loans, and tax credits to help you save on your first home purchase and closing costs.

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.

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

Learn about 14 different types of home styles, from ranch to Victorian, and discover which features, layouts, and designs best match your lifestyle and needs.

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.