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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.

Homeownership

What Is Unison?

Welcome to Unison. We believe that with a partner in home ownership, you can go further than you can alone. Together, you can.

Unison Basics

How Does an Option Contract Work?

Unison agreements are structured as option contracts, which allows you to sell us a future option for cash today. But it's important to learn about option contracts and understand the details.

Notepad with HELOC spelled out for an article about HELOC alternatives.

Financial Health

Best Alternatives to a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Short answer? Yes! A HELOC is not necessarily a bad thing, and can be right for people in a certain situation. But it's important to know that there are alternatives out there.

Financial Health

Where Does Unison Receive Its Funds?

Housing is a huge market, but it's difficult for investors to put their money in homes without owning them outright. Learn more about how co-investments help bridge the gap.

Financial Health

Can You Trust Zillow's Home Values?

The "Zestimate" is a bit of a secret sauce, which Zillow will admit is not always perfect. But it's a valuable tool nonetheless – here's what we know about the calculation process.

Financial Health

How Much Does PMI Cost?

If you're planning on putting less than 20% down, you'll likely need to anticipate paying for PMI. But how much of a burden is it? Read this article for some of the common amounts to expect.