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Big Ticket Renovations Worth Doing: Which Major Upgrades Pay Off (and Which Don’t)

Dreaming of a major home upgrade? Discover which big-ticket renovations are worth doing, how much they cost, and how to finance them smartly with Unison.

Renovations & Remodeling

2026 Home Renovation Outlook: How Homeowners Are Funding Projects Without Refinancing

Even in an uncertain housing market, homeowners continue to invest in their homes — not necessarily to flip them, but to make them more functional, efficient, and comfortable. In 2026, renovations are less about luxury upgrades and more about...

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Financial Health

Do You Have to Pay Taxes on your Side Hustle?

Short answer: Yes. But it doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s walk through what counts as taxable income, how to report it, and when it’s worth getting professional help.

Financial Health

Can I Use My Home to Pay Off High-Interest Debt?

Learn how an Equity Sharing Agreement may help you manage high-interest debt and improve your financial flexibility with no monthly payments.

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Renovations & Remodeling

Smart Home Upgrades: Are They Worth It?

Smart thermostats. Voice-controlled lighting. AI-powered appliances. These days, tech is making its way into just about every corner of the modern home. But when it comes time to renovate, homeowners are asking an important question: Is it worth integrating technology into my home improvement plans?

Financial Health

9 Options for Consolidating Debt

Debt consolidation is a financial strategy in which one combines multiple high-interest debts into a single, more manageable loan or line of credit. Ultimately, the goal of debt consolidation is to simplify debt repayment; two bonuses are that it can also potentially reduce the overall interest rate, and make monthly payments more affordable.

Financial Health

How to Increase Your Credit Score

Your credit scores are determined by several factors, including payment history and credit utilization. Here are some tips that can help raise your credit score.

Renovations & Remodeling

Should I Renovate My House, or Move?

If your current home isn’t your dream home, you may wonder if you should renovate it, or sell it and move. Here are some tips to help you decide.

Homeownership

How Does Climate Change Impact Your Housing Value?

Rising temperatures, extreme weather, and rising sea levels can impact your home’s prices. Here are simple tips to help protect you and your family financially.

Unison Basics

Putting Your Home Equity to Work

Once you’ve accepted your offer and received your funds, it’s time to put your equity to work – from paying down debt, supplementing your retirement, financing home improvements and beyond.

Unison Basics

Ending the Agreement

Ready to bring our partnership to an end? There are four ways in which your Unison Agreement can come to a close.

Unison Basics

During Your Home Equity Sharing Agreement

Unison home equity sharing agreements are best-suited to long-term use cases, allowing you to make your house a home, create lifelong memories, and accrue a healthy appreciation in your home’s value.