Resources

There is a range of tax deductions homebuyers or homeowners can use to lower their tax bill. Learn which tax breaks apply to your and what tax forms to use.

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.

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

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.

The Closing Disclosure is a standard form that lays out the final details of your mortgage. Here is a guide to understanding your Closing Disclosure.

Mortgage News: The Federal Reserve intends to keep interest rates near zero in an effort to speed economic recovery.

Learn how to read a mortgage rate table—a powerful comparison tool to help you choose the best home loan for your needs—in this new article from Better Mortgage.

Mortgage News: Vacation destinations nationwide are turning into "Zoom towns" as remote workers flee cities and move there in waves

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.

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.

Learn how to navigate buying a new construction home—from the home loan process, through assembling your team, and how you can avoid predatory lenders.

Learn how a CEMA New York loan helps reduce mortgage tax costs when refinancing, how it works, and whether it's the right option for your home loan needs.

Amidst a record drop in consumer confidence, and low returns on traditionally safe investments, the Fed moves to make more credit available to consumers.

If you’re juggling several different debts, consolidating them into one monthly payment might be your best bet to avoid high interest rates and complicated payment schedules.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are vital to the mortgage industry, but what do they do and how do they help?

Wondering what title insurance is and why it’s required? Learn how title insurance can protect you from issues that may have occurred in the past that could affect your ownership...

If you share our values and have the skills to help us make homeownership simpler, faster, and more accessible for everyone, we’d love to have you on our team.

In 2018, we simplified homeownership, helped thousands save time, money, and stress, expanded to 35 states, and built momentum for an even better 2019.

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.