Homebuying

Learn what happens when an appraisal is lower than your offer, and practical strategies to handle low appraisals in your home buying process.

Learn what home appreciation is, how it differs from home depreciation, and how it benefits homeowners, including property value growth and loan options.

Learn what questions to ask when buying a house, from budget planning to lender inquiries. Get the complete checklist for homebuyers.

Learn how long it takes to get a home equity loan and the most common factors that delay the process. Plus, discover ways to get your funds out faster.

Learn how an escalation clause can help strengthen your offer, help you win bidding wars, and decide if it's the right move in your homebuying strategy.

Learn the key differences between pending vs contingent in real estate, what each status means, and how to successfully make an offer on homes in either stage.

Learn how an escalation clause can help strengthen your offer, help you win bidding wars, and decide if it's the right move in your homebuying strategy.

Learn about buying a foreclosed home in this comprehensive guide. Discover the necessary steps, pros, and cons, and make informed property investment decisions.

Discover how to determine the fair market value of a home. Understand what it is, the key factors influencing property value, and its uses in real estate.

Wondering if you can sell your house if you have a HELOC? The short answer is yes. Learn how the process works and what to expect when it’s time to...

Discover how to get rid of PMI and save on mortgage payments. Explore actionable strategies, cancellation criteria, and decide if removing PMI is worth it.

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.

Check the FHFA Conforming Loan limit increase for 2025 and how it could impact homebuyers, lenders, and the housing market. Stay updated on new mortgage limits.

Discover how a VA IRRRL can cut your rate and payment with fewer documents, no appraisal, and rolled in costs. Start your streamlined veteran refinance today.

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

A recently divorced single mom uses Better’s Cash Offer to get a home for her family lightning quick.

Buying a home isn’t impossible for low income families. In fact, there are loans designed to help. Learn which ones to look for in our low income loan guide.

Try this interactive amortization calculator to find the amortization schedule for any fixed-rate mortgage.

A lot goes into making an offer on a home. Here are the 6 steps—from determining your price to sealing the deal.

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