Homebuying

Buying a home with a significant other, family member, or close friend? Here’s how to decide whether or not to include them on the mortgage.

Discover how FHA condo approvals work, including loans and eligibility criteria. Dive into our blog for all the details.

Many different types of mortgage loans exist, including fixed-rate, adjustable-rate, jumbo, FHA, and more, each with advantages for different homebuyers.

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.

Here’s how you can put down roots and buy a house without having to give up your dreams of traveling the world.

Better Mortgage's Head of Capital Markets explains what he wishes he had known about ARMs when he bought his first home.

See what you’ll miss if you buy a house without an agent, when DIY can work for you, and everything you need to know about how to buy a house...

More than half of homebuyers with children in school shop by school district. Here's what to know about the impact that can have.

A look at the latest developments in the mortgage market for the week beginning 3/23/20 covering the Fed’s actions to drop mortgage rates, making home equity more accessible.

Even with Coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns driving record-low interest rates, mortgage rates continue to fluctuate. Here’s a detailed breakdown of why.

Getting ready to apply for your first mortgage? Make sure you know what to expect. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of the entire mortgage process from start to finish.

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.

Traditional lenders talk a lot about the relationship between mortgage rates and the Fed raising rates. However, FOMC announcements have little to no bearing on mortgage rate fluctuation.

Being a self-employed borrower can make homebuying more complicated. But with the right planning and people to help you, it can be easier. See what you can do now to...

PMI, or private mortgage insurance, is required for low down payment mortgage loans. Learn about how it can affect the final cost of your mortgage.

Learn about mortgage pre-approvals, why they’re important, and what documents you need to get started. Get an edge in your home search with a pre-approval

These days, bidding wars and homes that just fly off the market are increasingly common. Here’s how to make a competitive offer so you can win your dream home.

You may have gotten pre-approved to buy a home, but the property itself can impact what house you can afford.

Buying a home is the biggest financial transaction most people will make. To help you prepare for it, this post is all about knowing your mortgage numbers.