Resources

Considering a 5% down payment for your mortgage? We're here to help demystify the low down payment mortgage.

We launched Better Mortgage because the mortgage industry is broken. That's why we're making homebuying smarter, faster, and better from beginning to end.

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

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.

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

Are you currently paying for mortgage insurance? Here are some ways you might be able to get rid of it and save in the long run.

Want to save thousands a year? Refinancing could be the way. Here's everything you need to know.

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.

Mortgage paperwork can often seem confusing, but this handy guide breaks down exactly what documents you’ll need.

Considering a mortgage refinance? These 5 tips can help you make the refinance journey as smooth and successful as possible.

Mortgages can be confusing, even if you’ve gotten one before. Here’s a breakdown of all the costs that come with getting a mortgage.

Whether you’re buying or refinancing a home, mortgage rates can seem confusing. Here’s a quick overview to help you shop rates with confidence.

From job changes to pay structures, your employment income can play a major role in your mortgage application. Here’s what you need to know.

A high Debt to Income Ratio (DTI) is the #1 reason mortgage applications get rejected. Learn how your DTI can affect your mortgage and how to lower it.

Most mortgage lenders won’t count RSU compensation as part of your income, but Better Mortgage will. Here’s how our underwriters handle RSUs.

Don’t take the bait. Here’s a guide to being a better rate shopper and a primer on rates, credits, and “no closing cost” loans.

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

While traditional fixed rate mortgages have the same rate for the entire life of the loan (typically 15, 20, or 30 years), adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) are a bit different.

Your loan estimate is a summary of the terms and costs associated with your loan. Learn how to read and understand it with confidence.

Historical data tells us that for most borrowers in the last 25 years, paying points has been a bad decision.