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How often can you refinance a mortgage, understand common seasoning rules, costs, pros and cons, and how to decide if refinancing again is truly worth it.

Want to use an online lender to buy or refinance your home? Get pre-approved for a mortgage online easily with Better Mortgage, on your schedule and terms.

Learn about FHA condo approval requirements for buyers, including eligibility rules, documentation needed, and how to find FHA-approved condominium projects.

If you’re applying for a mortgage or refinancing, you’ll need to “lock” your rate during the loan process. Here’s a breakdown of what exactly that means.

Learn how to navigate buying a new construction home—from the home loan process, through assembling your team, and how you can avoid predatory lenders.

Discover what affects a home appraisal for refinance, including how cleanliness and other factors may influence its value. Learn what appraisers look for and how to prepare your home.

Learn how a CEMA New York loan helps reduce mortgage tax costs when refinancing, how it works, and whether it's the right option for your home loan needs.

When you apply for a mortgage, your lender might ask for your tax returns. Here's why they’re requested and how they can affect your mortgage application.

More than half of homebuyers with children in school shop by school district. Here's what to know about the impact that can have.

Discover how mortgage points and credits affect upfront costs and rates, locate them on your loan estimate, and compare loan expenses confidently and easily.

If you share our values and have the skills to help us make homeownership simpler, faster, and more accessible for everyone, we’d love to have you on our team.

In 2018, we simplified homeownership, helped thousands save time, money, and stress, expanded to 35 states, and built momentum for an even better 2019.

Real estate PMI, or private mortgage insurance, is required for low down payment mortgage loans. Learn about how real estate PMI can impact your mortgage costs.

Here’s how you can put down roots and buy a house without having to give up your dreams of traveling the world.

At Better Mortgage, we give them the best mortgage price possible. So how do we make money?

Thinking of refinancing? You might want to start off the refinance process by asking your loan officer these 5 important questions.

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.

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.