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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.

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Financial Health
Home Buying Options to Avoid PMI & Save on Down Payments

20% down is considered the gold standard for mortgages, and while it's possible to pay less, 10% down mortgages often include unwanted "extras". Here are some ways to avoid PMI and save.

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Home Equity
The Homeowner’s Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison, Part 1: The Basics

Learn how a Equity Sharing Agreement can help you access home value without monthly payments or interest. Discover a new way to fund your life goals.

Home Equity
Thinking About a Home Equity Investment? Here’s What to Know First

If you’ve built up meaningful equity in your home and could use some extra flexibility, you’ve probably come across something called a Home Equity Investment (HEI).

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Consolidating Debt in 2026? There's a Smarter Way

For many households, debt doesn’t come from a bad decision or two. It’s something that accumulates over time — thanks to higher everyday costs, unexpected expenses, or periods where income just couldn’t keep up. Even homeowners who have seen their property values rise may still feel financially constrained month to month.

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Home Equity
Stuck in a Second Mortgage in the Bay Area? Hit Reset With Equity Sharing

Feeling stuck with a second mortgage or HELOC in the Bay Area? Learn how equity sharing offers cash upfront, no monthly payments, and an innovative way to reset your finances.

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Financial Health
What Is a Good Interest Rate for a Savings Account?

If you’ve checked your savings account lately and wondered, “Is this rate actually good?”, you’re not alone. At any given time, the answer depends on three things.

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How to Invest in a Second Property, Part 2: Financing, Strategy, and Smart Management

In the second part of our series, we’ll walk you through how to fund, purchase, and make the most of your second property investment, while maintaining flexibility and minimizing risk.