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How Do I Qualify for an Unlock Home Equity Agreement (HEA)?
To qualify for an Unlock HEA, you’ll need to meet several property and personal-finance requirements. Here's an overview of the conditions.
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Should You Use Your Home Equity to Supplement Retirement Income?
If you're retired and concerned about income, tapping your home equity might help. We explore how to decide if this option is right for you.
Equity-Based Loans Versus Home Equity Agreements
Trying to decide between accessing your home equity through a loan or a no-loan home equity agreement? This guide outlines the differences between the two options.
Five Ways to Tap Home Equity if You’re Self-Employed
Accessing your home equity as a self-employed homeowner can be a challenge. We review the pros and cons between traditonal loans and newer products like a home equity agreement.
How to Apply for an Unlock Home Equity Agreement (HEA)
A home equity agreement (HEA) is one way to access home equity without taking out a loan or replacing your mortgage. We explain how to apply for Unlock's HEA.
Should You Use Home Equity to Pay for Education Expenses?
Pulling cash from your home to pay for education expenses is worth considering. The first step is to figure out which method of accessing your home equity is right for you.
The Pros and Cons of Home Equity Sharing
Want to pull equity from your home without a loan or selling your property? Home equity sharing could be a good option for you. We explore the advantages and downsides to this approach.
How to Choose an HEA Provider
Home Equity Agreement (HEA) providers offer homeowners the option to tap their equity without a loan. Here's how to chose the right provider for you.
How Do I Qualify for an Unlock Home Equity Agreement (HEA)?
To qualify for an Unlock HEA, you’ll need to meet several property and personal-finance requirements. Here's an overview of the conditions.
How Do I Choose a Real Estate Agent?
Key takeaways: If you’re considering buying or selling a home, you have a long to-do list ahead of you. But one of the very first things to do is to decide whether you’ll need professional help, and if you do, how to find the right professional. People have been doing “for sale by owner” for […]
Comparing the Options for Accessing Home Equity
A Home Equity Agreement (HEA) is a no-loan option to access your home equity. Here's how it compares to other traditional ways of tapping home equity.
How to Fund a Business with Home Equity
Home equity can be a good way to fund a new business. And for those hoping to avoid taking on a loan, a home equity agreement (HEA) could be the best fit.
7 Questions to Ask If You’re Considering a Home Equity Agreement
A home equity agreement (HEA) allows you to access your home equity without taking out a loan or selling your home. Here are some questions to ask if you're considering one.