Homebuying

Learn all about what a debt-to-income ratio (DTI) is, what a good debt-to-income ratio looks like, and why it matters when taking out a home mortgage.

Learn how a loan estimate reveals real mortgage costs, compares lenders, and highlights fees you can control. Explore its sections and compare offers clearly.

Learn what the underwriting process timeline looks like, what underwriters review, common approval conditions, and how Better helps speed up the process.

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

Renting vs buying a home is a big decision. Learn the pros and cons of each—including upfront costs, monthly costs, and which option may be better in the long run.

Buying an investment property may be a great way to diversify your finances. Learn about investment property loans and other tips.

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

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.

Thinking of applying for a home loan? Learn the pros and cons of a 15 year vs. 30 year fixed rate mortgage in a new article from Better Mortgage.

Learn the key homeownership lessons from a Better intern: insights that combine real estate expertise with early career development and first-time buyer tips.

Go from planning to closing with the complete home buying checklist—most of which can now be completed online with the help of Better.

Rent-to-own is an alternative to buying a home outright. For those who might not qualify for a traditional mortgage, rent-to-own offers a path to ownership.

Gifts letters are common in financing the down payment for a home. Find out the benefits and drawbacks of using gift funds towards your mortgage.

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

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’ll want to start preparing to take out a mortgage well before you apply. Here’s a guide to getting yourself ready.

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.

Learn what mortgage lenders are looking for when evaluating a loan application — and what first-time homebuyers can do to meet their requirements.

There’s no secret sauce to setting your mortgage price, just these key variables.

Avoid surprises when buying a home. Know the best questions to ask the listing agent before submitting an offer and make your purchase smarter and safer.

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.