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Best Renovations to Boost Home Value: 6 Smart Upgrades That Pay Off

Discover the best renovations to boost home value – from kitchens and bathrooms, to outdoor living and energy-efficient upgrades. Smart ideas for real returns!

Home Equity

Why Tapping Your Home Equity Doesn’t Always Require a Loan

High rates and monthly bills making borrowing stressful? Learn how Unison’s equity sharing agreement lets you access equity without a loan.

Home Equity

Equity Sharing Agreements: A Clear, Honest Guide for Homeowners

If you own a home, there’s a good chance you’re sitting on a significant amount of equity. The challenge? Most of it is trapped in your property – which means it can’t help you cover pressing needs.

Home Equity

Living in California? Use Home Equity for Debt Relief, Without Another Monthly Payment

For many California homeowners, the pressure isn’t just the daily cost of living. It’s also the weight of high-interest debt, even if the home you own has appreciated in value over the years.

Homeownership

Equity Sharing in California: Guide for Bay Area Homeowners

A clear, honest guide to equity sharing in California. Learn how Bay Area homeowners use Unison’s equity sharing options to access equity without new monthly debt.

Home Equity

How Does a Home Equity Investment Work? Inside Our Equity Sharing Agreement.

Our Equity Sharing Agreement, is a specific type of HEI (Home Equity Investment), may offer a way to get this cash without taking on a new monthly loan payment.

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Renovations & Remodeling

How To Fund Home Renovations in 2026 (Without Draining Your Savings)

Renovation costs are rising in 2026. Learn how to fund home improvements without draining your savings and explore flexible options that protect your cash flow.

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Unison Basics

The Homeowner's Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison

Learn how an Equity Sharing Agreement can help provide cash for retirement without the burden of new monthly mortgage payments or high interest.

Home Equity

The Homeowner’s Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison, Part 6: How The Agreement Ends

Learn about the four ways a Unison Equity Sharing Agreement can end, including selling your home or choosing a buyout.

Home Equity

The Homeowner’s Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison, Part 5: Your Responsibilities

Learn about your roles in an Equity Sharing Agreement. We help you keep your home safe while you access your cash.

Home Equity

The Homeowner’s Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison, Part 4: Renovation Perks

Learn how you can keep the value from your home improvements. We explain the Remodeling Adjustment in our Equity Sharing Agreement.

Home Equity

The Homeowner’s Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison, Part 3: How We Share Value

Learn how we share in the ups and downs of your home's value. Discover how an Equity Sharing Agreement works when it is time to sell or finish your term.