Homebuying

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.

Working with the right real estate agent can give you an enormous advantage as a homebuyer. See the best strategies for how to find a realtor, including key questions to...

A recently divorced single mom uses Better’s Cash Offer to get a home for her family lightning quick.

Newlyweds take the plunge on their first home with Better’s Cash Offer program.

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.

Better analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data to determine how homeownership rates have changed over the past 25 years.

Conventional loans are the most common mortgage type in the US. Here we explain what makes them different from other mortgage options and how to get one.

Can I use a 401 (k) to buy a house without regrets? Learn how it works, what it costs, and whether this strategy fits your homebuying goals and timeline.

A doctor and single parent, forced to downsize after divorce, navigates debt and damaged credit to provide a safe home for her family.

Try this interactive amortization calculator to find the amortization schedule for any fixed-rate mortgage.

Can you still buy a home if you have student loan debt? Turns out you have some options. Here’s what you should know about getting a mortgage.

A lot goes into making an offer on a home. Here are the 6 steps—from determining your price to sealing the deal.

Wondering what are points on a mortgage? Learn how they work, how buying points lowers your interest rate, and whether they can truly save you money over time.

We looked at notable design trends over the past 100 years to see how American homes have changed.

Here’s how much home prices and average interest rates have risen since 1950.

Jumbo loans are mortgage loans that have a higher-than-normal balance. Here's what you need to know about securing this type of financing in 2021.

Learn the differences between jumbo vs conventional loan types, county loan limits, qualifying guidelines, and how to know if you should consider a jumbo loan.

Learn if mortgage pre-approval is free or has costs, and understand what to expect from the process before you start the exciting journey of buying a new home.

Looking to buy a property that makes money for you? Learn the minimum qualification requirements to get a mortgage pre approval for an investment property.

Many homebuyers boost their borrowing power by purchasing a home with a partner. Discover the benefits and learn how to get a joint mortgage pre-approval.