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TrustScore 4 out of 5

4.1

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Looking at 132 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the staff for their helpfulness and positive attitude, making interactions pleasant and productive. Many people appreciate the efficiency and ease of the overall user experience, often highlighting the quick response times. However, some people were dissatisfied with the service and customer service, mentioning issues like needing to follow up for updates, inconsistent handling of tasks, and slow responses. A few other people also felt that the process could be slow, with some experiencing delays in loan approval and funding.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We recently refinanced through Better. Closed in approx. 24 days Pros - Great technology. - Very responsive loan processor and loan coordinator. - Fast process - No request for same info... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The AI assisted process made it extremely easy to apply and provide documents. I’m a senior citizen and still had a positive experience completing tasks just using my phone! The only issue I had was w... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the first phone call with Ronnie this was a great experience. Jessica answered all of my question re "Tasks" and she was excellent to work with Michael helped me complete the final stages... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Let me preface my review by stating that I was involved in rental property management and sales for over 40 years and have done dozens of purchase and refinancing real estate loans. The Better loan pr... See more

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  1. Mortgage Lender
  2. Mortgage Broker

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We’re one of the fastest growing homeownership companies in America. Why? Because we’re building a better way to get home and our customers love it. By combining the technology people expect with a seamless customer service experience, we’re making homeownership so simple it feels magical. In 2018 alone, we helped over 10,000 families get home, saving them on average $3,500 in upfront fees and days of stress-filled time. And we’re just getting started. Our backers have helped build some of the most transformative tech and finance companies in history. Kleiner Perkins, Goldman Sachs, Ally Bank, Pine Brook and others have invested over $85MM in Better and our vision of making homeownership magical.


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Better worked for me

I have found "Better" did an excellent job in meeting my needs in securing a loan. They stay in close contact, respond quickly, and come up with good alternatives when necessary. I especially appreciated David Ivezaj and David Mac for their personalized attention to the details of my loan. They were both extremely helpful and kind on a human level.

October 2, 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Complete waste of time

Complete waste of time. I provided all the neccessary documents to begin my line of credit application. Then they began asking for affidavits from people that had no interest in the property I owned. Much of what they were asking sounded odd and I began to be suspicious. In the end I withdrew my application.

October 29, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional, fast and the best rate!

Riley and Elliot made our experience great. The system is fluid as long as the user provides the necessary information. The Better team is very professional and and we had peace of mind feeling they were on our side. We also got a great rate, especially considering the fluctuations.

February 8, 2024
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best lender experience for those who are organized

Better was unbeatable in rates, transparency and speed to closing. Their system is so well-oiled that the ball was almost always in our court for next steps!
- They helped us seal the deal by closing in 20 days! The big banks all asked for at least 30-40 days.
- Only one 1 of the 5 other lenders we talked to was even able to match the rate we got from Better.
- The rates were available in real-time on the portal for us to check/select. Every other lender required a phone call or email to check on the latest rates.

If you have all the documents you need on hand, and have educated yourself about mortgages, there's no better option than Better (also lenders like Ally that uses their platform)! Amazing experience!

February 8, 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Waste of my time. Beware.


This company is incredibly disappointing.

Following my financial advisor’s recommendation, I applied for a $150K HELOC. As a stay-at-home father (my wife passed away), I rely on life insurance proceeds for income. I explained my situation to their advisor, provided all the necessary information, and was told we could proceed.

The next day, a sales manager named Daniel called, rudely questioning why I wasn’t moving the loan along. I had completed every step as outlined on their portal, but they rejected some documents. When I spoke with Helen, a loan coordinator, she said I uploaded the wrong files. I pointed out that I followed their website’s instructions and explained that some documents kept disappearing from the portal. She didn’t seem to care about the technical issues I was facing. After re-uploading everything, I received confirmation that the title search and credit check were moving forward.

Then, despite having completed all tasks, I got an email saying they wouldn’t approve the $150K line because my son’s SSA benefits only last for three years. I had already provided proof of my financials, showing I had four times the line amount in one account, a near-800 credit score, and only $30K left on my mortgage. I even suggested reducing the line to align with my monthly draw amounts.

Instead, they came back offering just $50K. They had all the necessary information from the start to make this decision.

In my opinion, they’re neither upfront nor knowledgeable, and I wouldn’t trust them. It feels like a bait-and-switch: promise $150K, then offer only $50K.

I pulled my application and would recommend others look elsewhere. I’m more frustrated by the time I wasted with them.

October 23, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and Friendly

Everyone we dealt with at Better was top-notch. I appreciate the constant communication, the ease of using the portal to submit documents, and the task function that let me know exactly what was needed from me.

From start to finish it was obvious that the representatives were knowledgeable, responsible, and working to make the process as easy as possible for us. After dealing with a more traditional bank for my last two homes, Better was a breath of fresh air.

September 9, 2024
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sketchy online Mortgage Process

The loan consultants are not forth coming and lack accountability and follow-through. The "soft" Pre-Approval is not a definite approval and contingent upon an actual overview by underwriting before you can truly get a confirmed approval. The loan agents will waste your time and your realtors if you don't ask the right questions.

You're better off doing business with your local banking institution and seeing a loan agent face-to-face.

October 9, 2024
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience!

I had a fantastic experience working with Better! Their professionalism and attention to detail exceeded my expectations. Patrick U. and Kasey A. were both outstanding—responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in ensuring everything went smoothly. They went above and beyond to address my concerns and made the entire process stress-free. I couldn’t have asked for a better team, and I highly recommend Better to anyone looking for a lender with great staff!

October 4, 2024

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