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Mortgage News: Low inventory has driven the cost of homeownership through the roof, and price hikes are now deterring prospective buyers.

Mortgage News: The average APR for refinances is still around 3%, defying expectations that the FHFA fee would drive it higher.

We’ll show you how to budget for a mortgage payment so that you can break down your monthly payment, examine your monthly budget, and assess how much you can afford....

Mortgage terminology is important—and often confusing. We’ll explain interest rates vs. APR, good faith estimates vs. Loan Estimates, and title insurance and PMI.

Learn how to read a mortgage rate table—a powerful comparison tool to help you choose the best home loan for your needs—in this new article from Better Mortgage.

Mortgage News: Over 19 million homeowners have the chance to save by refinancing as rates continue to hit historic lows.

Second mortgages can be used to pay off debts, but they do come with risks. Learn about HELOCs, home equity loans, and piggyback loans in this new Better Mortgage article.

Mortgage News: A new FHFA fee will raise the cost of refinancing in September despite criticism from the White House and industry leaders.

APR and interest rate represent two different things. Learn the difference between mortgage interest rate vs APR and how to determine the true cost of your mortgage.

When you’re looking to buy or refinance a home, there are 3 major factors that can make or break your mortgage application approval. Find out what they are.

Mortgage News: With growing demand meeting a dwindling supply of available homes, the housing market could continue its explosion well beyond summer.

To celebrate National Intern Day, a former Better.com intern will walk first-time homebuyers through homeownership lessons he learned during his internship.

Mortgage News: With housing demand on the rise, and looming COVID-19 shutdowns, we’re already seeing a wider adoption of virtual homebuying solutions.

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

Interested party contributions can help, but also complicate closing your mortgage. Know the ins and outs to get the most out of your party contributions.

Mortgage News: As the number of loans that are delinquent or in forbearance climbs back up, historically low mortgage rates may fluctuate.

Mortgage News: Low rates combined with low home prices spell opportunity for young first-time homebuyers flocking to less populated areas.

Better Mortgage News: While good and bad news caused interest rates to fluctuate this week, Federal Reserve actions bode well for low rates through 2022.

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.

Better Mortgage News: With 2.5M jobs recovered in May, welcome news for the economy could mean higher mortgage rates.