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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.

Customer Success Story: Erika

An Unlock home equity agreement provided the funds Erika needed to build a cash cushion and relieve financial stress - without having to refinance.

How to Settle Your Unlock Home Equity Agreement With a HELOC

A home equity line of credit offers one option for settling an Unlock HEA, without selling your home.

What to Do After Getting Hit With a Big Property Tax Bill

Facing a big property tax bill? Don't panic. From filing an appeal to tapping your equity to cover your bill, here are tips on how to handle the situation.

A Guide to Home Equity Investments

Home equity investments (HEIs) offer an alternative way for homeowners to access their equity. Learn more about HEIs work and whether they might be a good fit for you.

Does Borrowing Against Your Home Equity Mean Getting a Loan?

A home equity line of credit, home equity loan and a cash-out refinance are all options when it comes to borrowing against your home equity. You can also skip the loan with an HEA.

Customer Success Story: Anthia

Anthia was drowning in credit card debt and hoping to use her home equity to pay it off. When her mortgage company couldn't help, she turned to Unlock.

Planning and Financing a Bathroom Remodel

Upgrading your bathroom can increase your home's comfort and value. Here's how to plan and pay for a bathroom renovation.

How to Steer Clear of Common Homeowner Scams

If you're a homeowner, you've probably gotten an email or letter from a scammer aggressively pushing a product or service you don't need. Here's how to protect yourself.

Options for Tapping Home Equity Without Monthly Payments

Want to access your home equity, but hoping to avoid making monthly payments? We review the options and how to decide which one might be right for you.

Customer Success Story: Dianne

Dianne hoped to get the funds to pay for a large homeowner's association assessment from a home equity loan or cash-out refinance. When those didn't pan out, she began to panic. Then she found Unlock.

Six Common Credit Score Mistakes to Avoid

Keeping your credit score in shape takes some attention and healthy habits. Here's a look at some pitfalls to avoid.

Which Outdoor Projects Return the Most Value?

Which outdoor projects deliver the biggest bang for the buck? We answer that question and offer options for how to pay for those improvements.