Wondering what to expect once you have a home equity agreement (HEA)? Maintaining your property, and staying current with your mortgage and property taxes is key.

Selling your home isn't the only way to settle an HEA. If you decide to buy back your home equity before the end of your term, you may be able to do so using funds from a home equity loan.

Unlock requires homeowners with a home equity agreement to stay current with their property taxes and homeowners insurance. Using an escrow account may be a convenient way to pay for these expenses.

There are a variety of ways to pay off a home equity agreement (HEA), beyond just selling your home. We look at the options.

If you’re behind on paying your property taxes, don’t panic. It’s a scary situation to be in, but we have some guidance.  

Selling your home to an investor is a mixed bag. You'll likely save some time, but it will also mean a lower sales price.

Key takeaways:  You have a budget, you have a job, and you have good intentions, but sometimes, life happens, and you struggle to make your mortgage payments. If you’re in that boat now and wondering how you’re going to keep up with your mortgage payments, don’t panic. There are options. The first thing to do […]

If you’ve opened your mailbox to find a flood of offers for home mortgage protection insurance, you’re not alone. An increasing number of Unlock customers are receiving these solicitations once their home equity agreements have been recorded on their titles. Because that information is public, it often triggers an onslaught of direct mail from both […]