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Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Joel

Credit matters.  Just ask Joel, an Unlock customer in southern California.  “I was in trouble with my credit card utilization* – to the point that it was nearing 100%,” he says. Over the past few years, with living expenses rising, and dealing with an overall high cost of living in California, Joel explains that he […]
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Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Joel

Credit matters.  Just ask Joel, an Unlock customer in southern California.  “I was in trouble with my credit card utilization* – to the point that it was nearing 100%,” he says. Over the past few years, with living expenses rising, and dealing with an overall high cost of living in California, Joel explains that he […]

Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Chanel

Chanel is proud of her work as a nursing assistant at a major university hospital system. So, the last thing she needed was a broken ankle that kept her from her job she loves. It also meant no income, and no option but to turn to debt. In Chanel’s case, it wasn’t credit card debt, […]

Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Theresa

“This company is extraordinary!’  So said Theresa B. about her experience obtaining her Unlock Technologies home equity agreement.  The South Carolina resident was looking for a way to access the equity she had in her home to pay some outstanding bills. Taking on one more monthly payment was the last thing she wanted. “I needed […]

Paying Off Credit Card Debt 101

Paying off credit card debt has so many upsides. We explain how to go for it.

How to Use Home Equity to Pay Off Debt

A guide to the four different ways to access your home’s equity, and the benefits of a home equity agreement.

What is the Ideal Debt-to-Income ratio for a Mortgage?

A debt-to-income ratio is what lenders use to help determine whether you can afford a mortgage. Learn how it's done.

How to Plan and Prioritize Debt Repayments

Here are some great strategies to prioritize debt repayment. It'll give you control, and peace of mind.

Debt Consolidation Versus Debt Settlement: Which Is Better?

To manage your debt, consider debt consolidation and debt settlement. Each comes with different risks and advantages.

The 1-2-3 Guide to Manage Growing Debt

You can do this. Here are some amazing ways you can manage growing debt.

3 Ways to Pay Medical Bills Without Spiraling into Debt

Medical bills can be brutal. We'll show you some ways to pay you might not have heard of.

Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Jesse

Our latest Unlock Technologies customer success story is Jesse's journey with his home equity agreement.

Best Ways to Manage Your Unsecured Debt: Deciding Which Debt to Pay off First

Managing unsecured debt requires deciding which debt to pay off first. This depends on the interest rate, your spending habits and the loan terms.
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