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Equity Sharing vs. Home Equity Debt

HELOCs, Home Equity Loans, Cash-out Refinancing, Reverse Mortages, and now Equity Sharing Agreements. If you're a homeowner looking to access cash from your equity, you've probably noticed there are a LOT of options. They can all sound like the same thing. And most comparisons assume you already know the differences between all of them.

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Unison Basics
Applying for an Equity Sharing Agreement

Start your Unison journey with our seamless, straightforward application process. Discover how much cash you can unlock from your home and work with a Unison rep through every step.

Homeownership
Easy DIY Ways to Go Green in Your Home

Eco-friendly home improvements can save you money, improve your quality of life, and boost the value of your home. Win, win, win! Here are some of the easiest ways to turn your house green.

Financial Health
How to Take Advantage of Your Soaring Home Value

Equity-rich, cash-poor – it's a more common situation now than ever before. With property values skyrocketing, many homeowners are looking for ways to tap into that value. Enter Unison.

Homeownership
Protect Your Best Investment with These Home Maintenance Tips

For most Americans, our homes are our single largest investment. Keeping up with routine home maintenance protects your quality of life – as well as your family's best investment.

Homeownership
What Is Mortgage Refinancing & How Does Refinancing Work?

The mortgage refinance process can be intimidating, and making mistakes can cost you thousands and undermine your financial goals. Here's how to refinance with ease.

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Homeownership
How to Use Home Equity for Home Improvements

Your home is a major investment, but it's also one in which you live, work, and make memories. Using home equity to make home improvements, without debt, is often a win-win investment.

Homeownership
#NewYearNewPortfolio: How to Freshen Up Your Finances

A new year is a new opportunity to take a holistic look at your finances, investments, and risks, and consider where your home fits into the equation.

Home Equity
How to Navigate Retirement During the Pandemic

"2020 is “the year everything changed” - and for many, retirement falls into this bucket. From reconsidering, to retiring sooner than planned, financing retirement is a hot topic."

Homeownership
Are NYC Residents Fleeing to the Suburbs?

In the age of COVID-19, with circumstances transforming cities everywhere, many experts are wondering – are NYCers fleeing for good?

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Renovations & Remodeling
Renovation Tips: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Thinking of renovating your space or moving to a more suitable home all together? Both options are considerable investments, but we're here to help narrow down your options.

Homeownership
Do I Actually Need Fire Insurance?

The answer likely varies depending on your location and situation, but with the risk of wildfires becoming increasingly relevant, read on to learn about the most common recommendations.

Financial Health
How Many Mortgage Quotes Do You Really Need?

Mortgages are stressful, and it can be tempting to just want to get it over with, but doing your homework can have a major impact. (Hint: get at least 4!)