Homebuying

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.

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.

Thinking about using an online lender to buy or refinance your home? Get pre-approved for a mortgage online quickly and easily with Better Mortgage, on your schedule and on your...

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.

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.

Get answers to your questions about escrow accounts - what is an escrow account, how does it work, and whether escrow for taxes and insurance is necessary.

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.

A title company ensures your legal ownership of your home before you can buy or refinance. Find out what to expect from the title and settlement services process.

Two ways that refinancing can benefit homeowners going through a divorce