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Enriching the Lives of Homeowners: Unlock Customer Data, Insights

A new Unlock survey shows our home equity agreements helped homeowners improve their finances and adopt healthier financial habits.

The Difference with a Reverse Mortgage and a HEA

Both the reverse mortgage and home equity agreement (HEA) allow homeowners to tap into home equity, Here are the differences.

Is Student Loan Forgiveness going to Make Inflation Worse?

There are a lot of opinions flying around about student loan forgiveness. Is it going to make inflation worse?

Renovate or Move? Homeowners’ Big Dilemma

To determine whether you should renovate or move, we've prepared a checklist of things to consider.

A Guide to Down Payment Assistance Programs for First-Time Homebuyers

If you’re ready to purchase a home but don’t have the savings to afford a down payment on your own, here are some ideas to get it.

How to Split Home Equity in a Divorce

Going through a divorce can be tricky. You can maintain your home’s equity and split it as part of the settlement.

All You Need to Know About Mortgage Forbearance, and How to Avoid It

Struggling with your mortgage payments? You may qualify for mortgage forbearance, but it often has more cons than pros. Look into other relief options first.

How to Pay Medical Bills…the Financially Healthy Way

Credit cards may not always be the wisest solution. Learn how to pay your medical bills the financially healthy way.

Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Jesse

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

How to Avoid Foreclosure by Using Home Equity

If you’re behind on your mortgage payments, you may be able to avoid foreclosure by accessing home equity. Tap into home equity using a home equity loan, home equity line of credit or home equity agreement

How to Take Advantage of Your Rising Home Value – Without Selling

Take advantage of rising home values by tapping into home equity. You have several ways to do it. Learn how.

Consumer Alert: Steer Clear of Mortgage Protection Insurance Scams

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...

Home Renovations: Using a Credit Card or Home Equity

Financing with home equity provides a lower-interest alternative than using a credit card.