Learn how an Equity Sharing Agreement can help provide cash for retirement without the burden of new monthly mortgage payments or high interest.
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.
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!)
Mortgage underwriting is usually the make-or-break phase of a home purchase, and while it can seem simple, it's important to understand the details behind each step of the process.
A piggyback loan is a second loan issued to a homebuyer, alongside a typical mortgage. Whether it's right for you likely depends on your credit and other details, but there are alternatives.
"Earnest money" is a deposit to the seller that indicates the buyer's intent to purchase a home. Read on to learn about when it's required, how much to expect, and how it all works.
The retirement landscape is changing every day, and traditional methods of funding it are beginning to fall away. We surveyed homeowners to gauge their thinking and find new solutions.
Renovations surged during the peak of COVID, when we were all stuck at home. Then high rates introduced a bit of a slump. Now? They're on the rise again. Plus, city and state governments are removing restrictions to building ADUs.
According to the Federal Reserve, 82% of adults in the United States had at least one credit card in 2022. But, credit card debt is almost as pervasive as its use. Read our report on the state of credit card debt in the U.S.
Need to take out a loan for home renovations? From home improvement loans to HELOCs, here are nine of the best ways to finance home improvements & repairs, including Unison’s Equity Sharing Home Loan.
You don't have to sell your home to harvest your equity. Learn more about the alternative ways to tap into your equity, from HELOCs to Unison's Equity Sharing Home Loan, among others.
Homeowners preparing for retirement could be sitting on a sizable, untapped financial asset—your home equity. If you've been paying off your mortgage for a while, chances are you could be using that home equity for your retirement income.
Homeownership allows you to build equity over time both as you pay down your mortgage, and property values appreciate. This equity contributes to your overall net worth; it’s a valuable asset.
