Resources

Discover the nuances of buying a second home versus an investment property and which option may be best for your goals.

Thinking of buying a vacation home? Find out the requirements the property must meet to be eligible for a second mortgage.

See how to buy a house without a real estate agent; weigh what you’ll miss, when DIY works, and the essential steps and safeguards to navigate the purchase.

Want to access the equity in your home? You have 2 options: taking out a second mortgage or doing a cash-out refinance. Let’s compare the benefits of both.

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.

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

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.

Learn how to lower debt to income ratio for mortgage approval. Understand what affects your DTI ratio, why it matters, and how to qualify for better rates.

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

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

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

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.