Homebuying

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.

VA IRRRL guide covering eligibility, benefits, and rates explained in detail. Find out how veterans can lower their mortgage payments and secure better terms today.

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.

A newly married couple buys a home to put down roots near family and connect with their community.

Better compiled a list of 15 events and milestones in the history of the American mortgage system, using information from news articles, encyclopedias, and historical literature.

Here are the counties where mortgage payments have jumped the most in the past 2 years.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Buying a condo comes with plenty of perks, but here’s what you need to consider before committing to this type of 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...

Conventional mortgages are the most popular loan for homebuyers and refinancers alike. Here are the conventional loan requirements you need to know before applying.

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

During the mortgage process, you'll go through various levels of approval from beginning to end. Learn more about mortgage pre-approval, verified approval, and conditional approval for buyers.

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

Home inspections give buyers peace of mind before closing on a home. Here’s a checklist and tips to help you prep for this process.