Better waiving $995 origination fee for repeat mortgage customers
'Better Forever' incentive will not be offered on HELOCs, nor to borrowers who apply for a mortgage through third-party platforms like LendingTree, CreditKarma, Bankrate or Nerdwallet
by Matt Carter Feb 5
Ally Financial's exit from mortgage will impact Better, HouseCanary
Ally, which originated $1B in mortgages in 2023 through a partnership with Better and is an investor in the company, is laying off hundreds of employees and exiting the mortgage business
by Matt Carter Jan 9
After downsizing, Better says it has cash to weather $340M Q3 net loss
A $565M influx of cash from an August SPAC merger and a $1B reduction in annual expenses puts Better on a footing to navigate a challenging market, executives say on first earnings call
by Matt Carter Nov 14
Nearly half of Better's mortgage business now comes from partners
Better's market share has shrunk by more than 70% in the last year as it focuses on making more profitable loans, with partners like Ally Bank and American Express generating 42% of business
by Matt Carter Aug 29
4 ways to help first-time homebuyers map out their way to a new home
The road to becoming a first-time homeowner is filled with challenges for buyers and agents. Planning a well thought out route for these special transactions can help both you and your client stay on course in any type of market
by April Murphy Sep 7
New agent advice that sticks and won't leave you stuck
There is a great deal of advice floating around for new agents who are trying to establish themselves and start their careers. Ted Clair shares with Tom Toole what his focus is right now as a newbie in a shifting market
by Tom Toole Sep 7
How trendy is 'too trendy'? Making the latest design work in your space
How do you freshen up a space without going too far? How do you neutralize a space that's gone too far with the latest design trend?
by Antoinette Fargo Sep 7
7 things elite real estate agents do that you probably don't
If you want to be the best of the best, then you'll have to do more than the rest
by Jimmy Burgess Sep 4
Your prediction about the housing market is probably wrong
Opinion
Forget the memes. If you've been around real estate for any length of time, you know that the only thing you can expect is the unexpected
by Teresa Boardman Sep 1
No offers on your latest? 8 ways to kick start a stale listing
Wondering what to do about that 'stale bread' listing? Here's how to get it noticed for all of the right reasons
by Darryl Davis Aug 31
Expand your real estate business in a downturn with these 7 easy steps
A systematic approach to business growth offers the financial and professional rewards you're looking for without the pain points you fear
by Carl Medford Aug 30
As the market changes, this top CEO has 3 tips to reignite your business
Opinion
If the slower market has you discouraged, never fear. Coach Tom Toole has the best advice for agents looking to turn things around from Nick Bailey, CEO & President of RE/MAX International
by Tom Toole Aug 29
Raise your financial IQ: 5 smart money habits for real estate agents
You can never know too much when making good financial decisions. CFP Jordan Curnutt shares 5 habits to help you learn about financial planning consistently
by Jordan Curnutt Aug 26
Dragging? Let RuPaul tell your inner saboteur to ‘sashay away’
Ever feel like your own worst enemy? Take a tip from Mama Ru, and see what a difference dealing with your inner saboteur makes in your life — and your business
by Christy Murdock Aug 26
Flop or flourish? 7 momentum-gaining skills to fight the downturn
No matter what kind of market environment you're experiencing, there are opportunities for growth and decline. It's the skills you build that determine what will happen to your business
by Jimmy Burgess Aug 25