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How Can I Consolidate My Debt Without a Monthly Payment?

See how one homeowner used an Equity Sharing Agreement to pay off $45,000 in credit card debt without adding new monthly interest or payments.

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Financial Health
Home Equity Debt Consolidation: A Growing Alternative to High-Interest Credit Card Debt

A Unison survey reveals why home equity debt consolidation is becoming the preferred way to lower payments, pay off debt, and break the high-interest cycle.

Home Equity
Using Your Equity: How to Borrow Against Your Home the Smart Way

For many homeowners, home equity is something that quietly builds over time. It’s a number you might glance at on a mortgage statement or that comes when people talk about selling.

Home Equity
Should You Tap Into Your Home Equity Now? A 2025 Guide to Smart Borrowing

In 2025, it’s plain to see that we’re all navigating a more complex financial landscape than usual. And homeowners are no exception! For those with substantial home equity, tapping into that investment can represent a significant financial tool.

Homeownership
What Types of Natural Disasters Do Most Homeowners Insurance Policies Cover?

Discover which natural disasters homeowners insurance typically covers, from windstorms to fires, and learn about common exclusions like floods and earthquakes. Protect your home by understanding your policy.

Home Equity
Can You Use Home Equity to Start a Business?

Yes, you can use home equity to fund a business — but should you? Learn the options, risks, and when an equity sharing home loan might make sense.

Homeownership
Did you know your home can finance an ADU for your aging parents?

Many homeowners are turning to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as a practical and compassionate solution. ADUs provide a balance of independence and proximity, allowing aging parents to stay close to family while enjoying their own private space.

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Homeownership
How to Use Home Equity for Home Improvements

Your home is a major investment, but it's also one in which you live, work, and make memories. Using home equity to make home improvements, without debt, is often a win-win investment.

Homeownership
#NewYearNewPortfolio: How to Freshen Up Your Finances

A new year is a new opportunity to take a holistic look at your finances, investments, and risks, and consider where your home fits into the equation.

Home Equity
How to Navigate Retirement During the Pandemic

"2020 is “the year everything changed” - and for many, retirement falls into this bucket. From reconsidering, to retiring sooner than planned, financing retirement is a hot topic."

Homeownership
Are NYC Residents Fleeing to the Suburbs?

In the age of COVID-19, with circumstances transforming cities everywhere, many experts are wondering – are NYCers fleeing for good?

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Renovations & Remodeling
Renovation Tips: Should I Stay or Should I Go?

Thinking of renovating your space or moving to a more suitable home all together? Both options are considerable investments, but we're here to help narrow down your options.

Homeownership
Do I Actually Need Fire Insurance?

The answer likely varies depending on your location and situation, but with the risk of wildfires becoming increasingly relevant, read on to learn about the most common recommendations.