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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.

8 Types of Investment Property Loans you Should Know About

The best type of investment property loan for you depends on your credit, down payment, and cash flow projections for your property.

4 Smart Ways to Save for Retirement at 50

Even at age 50, saving for retirement is not out of the question. Max out your 401(k) and IRA account contributions, tap into home equity and diversify your investments to reach your goals.

The Importance of Saving

We’ve all heard about the importance of saving, but it’s easy to not make it a priority. Here are some suggestions on how to do that.

10 insider Tips on How to Prepare for a Home Appraisal

Use these 10 expert tips to learn how to prepare for a home appraisal to get the maximum value from your home and improve your home's equity potential.

What Do Companies Report to Credit Agencies About You?

Companies report people to credit agencies if they make timely or late payments, when they open new accounts, and when their accounts enter collections.

Should I Refinance my Home to Access Home Equity?

Homeowners choose to refinance their homes to lower interest payments, access home equity, change the type of mortgage or eliminate private mortgage insurance.

How to Use an HEA for Home Maintenance Projects

Home maintenance projects preserve your home’s current value and can even increase its future value. Homeowners can use a home equity agreement for home maintenance projects. Here’s how.

How to Refinance Your Home With a Low Credit Score

Learn about refinancing your home’s mortgage with a low credit score and how your credit score may affect your lending options.

The American Housing Market: Why Fewer New Homes are being Built

The American housing market is contracting. Learn why fewer new homes are being built.

Tips to stay Cool without Air Conditioning

Many parts of the country (and the world) are experiencing a brutal heat wave right now. We have some tips to stay cool without air conditioning.

4 Reasons to Know When to Start Using Home Equity

Planning to consolidate unsecured debt, pay tuition or renovate your home? Here are four reasons to help you find out when to start using your home’s equity.

How to use Home Equity for Home Improvements

Curious if you can use home equity for home improvements? Here are a few tips to help you improve your home's value with a home equity agreement.