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The spring market comes with low inventory and intense competition, but buyers can win by being prepared to move fast.

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

A veteran and her wife find a lender and put an offer on their dream home 7 hours after seeing it—the rest is history.

Meet a couple who landed their dream home with high-speed help from Better Mortgage. Plus, the renovations that boost your home value and a tip for winning with cash.

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

Try this refinance calculator to understand how much you could save if you refinance your mortgage.

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.

With mortgage rates on the rise and suburban competition heating up, discover smart strategies to navigate today’s dynamic and fast-moving housing market.

Refinance appraisal higher than expected? Understand the appraisal process, associated costs, and what it means for your refinancing options and mortgage terms.

Here are the counties where mortgage payments have jumped the most in the past 2 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.

A new announcement from the Federal Reserve could mean the end of low rates—but that may not be bad news for buyers and homeowners.

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.

Buying your first home? Don’t fall into these 6 common mistakes. Get expert advice to help you make better choices from the start.

Ready to buy a home? Learn how to get serious about your house hunt with practical tips on budgeting, pre-approval, and navigating a competitive market.