Better launches Bitcoin-backed mortgage product with Coinbase

Better Mortgage and Coinbase announced the full launch of their Bitcoin-backed mortgage product, allowing U.S. homebuyers to use Bitcoin as collateral for a down payment without having to sell it. This product combines Fannie Mae-supported home loans with independently secured down payment loans backed by Bitcoin, requiring borrowers to pledge Bitcoin worth at least 250% of the down payment loan. The pledged assets will be held in a Better custodial account on Coinbase Prime.

Both loans enjoy the same interest rate and amortization period, repaid through a single monthly payment; the pledged Bitcoin will be returned after the mortgage is fully paid off or refinanced. A drop in Bitcoin prices will not trigger a margin call or change the loan terms, but if the borrower is 60 days overdue, Better has the right to liquidate the pledged Bitcoin. Borrowers must be U.S. residents and hold a verified Coinbase account, and Coinbase One members can enjoy up to $10,000 in 1% cashback.

This product was first announced in March of this year and opened for early experience. Previously, the Federal Housing Finance Agency directed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in June 2025 to study the incorporation of cryptocurrencies into mortgage risk assessments; mortgage lender Newrez also announced in January that it would recognize certain cryptocurrency assets when evaluating mortgage applications starting in February.