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    Today on Veterans Day, I am really proud to announce Better Mortgage is pledging to hire 80 veterans through Shift.org, a startup that…

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    What You’ll Learn Scenarios where a bridge loan makes sense — and when it doesn’t How the bridge loan process works for you and your client…

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  • What homeowners can do to prepare for hurricane season

    Hurricane season is squarely underway with Dorian making landfall in the Carolinas. You may have seen all the news coverage, photos, and…

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  • How to make homebuying easier when you’re self-employed

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  • A recap of our biggest wins and changes in 2018

    We make homeownership so simple it feels magical. Last year alone, we helped thousands of customers save money, time, and stress. And built…

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    If you’re planning to buy with a down payment lower than 20%, you might’ve heard of “private mortgage insurance,” or PMI. If you clicked on…

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  • How first-time homebuyers put down roots without giving up their travel goals

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