First-time Homebuyers Information

Can you qualify for a mortgage? You might want to check your credit score. Learn how lenders handle your credit score and how you can improve it.

From instant pre-approval letters to eliminating unnecessary costs, here’s how digital lenders make homebuying more convenient, transparent, and speedy.

Mortgages aren’t one-size-fits-all. To help you assess your options, learn all about understanding different home financing options.

Should you apply for a digital mortgage? Online lenders offer a wide range of benefits for homebuyers and refinancers who are looking to save time and money.

Your down payment is the biggest upfront cost of your mortgage. Learn about down payment requirements and other best practices.

Is that home really for sale? Learn what it means when you see "contingent" vs "pending" next to a real estate listing—and when you can still put in an offer.

From how budgeting really works to whether you should have a real estate agent, asking these questions when buying a house will give you a competitive edge.

Homeownership can improve your finances and quality of life, but there are costs to prepare for. We break them all down so you can decide to buy or not to...

So you're considering a local mortgage lender? If you care about face-to-face interaction, they can't be beat. But there are some conveniences they can't offer.

Here we answer the most common mortgage questions for new home loans and refinancing. This is the mortgage advice you need to make the best decision for you.

Buying a home for the first time doesn’t have to be complicated. Formalize your budget, shop smart, and navigate the process with these pro tips.

Learn what it’s like to live in different types of houses, how to spot them, and their pros and cons, so you can find the best home for your lifestyle.

Looking for a house that truly fits your needs? Don't rely on a gut feeling. Get tips from a Better Real Estate Agent on how to know if a house...

Get ahead of your house hunt with considerations for choosing your location and our house hunting checklist.

The listing price isn’t the best way to gauge affordability. Look for these hidden costs of buying a home to accurately budget for your mortgage.

Better mortgages aren't “one-size-fits-all." Learn how to find a mortgage that fits your goals and budget with insights from founder and CEO Vishal Garg.

Each season has its pros and cons: We’ll help you identify your best time of the year to buy a house based on how you prioritize price, choice, and timing....

To celebrate National Intern Day, a former Better.com intern will walk first-time homebuyers through homeownership lessons he learned during his internship.

Go from planning to closing with the complete home buying checklist—most of which can now be completed online with the help of Better.

Online mortgage calculators may not be as reliable as you think. Find out how to get a Better idea of how much house you can really afford.