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Unison vs. Unlock

Unlock offers a Home Equity Agreement (HEA), while Unison offers an Equity Sharing Agreement (ESA). Both are often compared to Home Equity Investments (HEIs), and at first glance, you might think all of these options are the same. But there are major differences in how Unlock and Unison’s agreements are structured and how we share in your home’s future value.

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Homeownership
Unison Dream Home Contest Winners

Our Dream Home Contest asked potential homebuyers to share their stories with the world to compete for a $25,000 prize to be used toward the purchase of a new home.

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Financial Health
What Do I Do When Interest Rates Drop?

Whenever interest rates fluctuate, it’s news. Inevitably, a financial analyst will be given a guest spot on the news to talk about how interest rates impact the country at large. The bigger question is how do changing interest rates affect you?

Financial Health
Is Owning Always Better Than Renting?

Owning a home is part of the American dream, but as it gets more and more difficult, it's natural to wonder if it's really worth your time and money.

Homeownership
What Every First-Time Buyer Needs to Know

Buying your first home is almost as intimidating as it is exciting. Check out our glossary of essential homebuyer terms and definitions to be infomed and prepared.

Homeownership
How to Access Your Home's Equity without Adding Debt

Home equity is incredibly valuable, but often inaccessible without taking on increased debt. Many homeowners in equity-rich, cash-poor situations can benefit from investing with Unison.

Homeownership
How to Manage Risk and Volatility as a Home Owner

Many homeowners don't think about their home as part of their portfolio. But in many cases, it's not just part – it's the whole portfolio. But is that wise?

Homeownership
What Is Unison?

Welcome to Unison. We believe that with a partner in home ownership, you can go further than you can alone. Together, you can.

Unison Basics
How Does an Option Contract Work?

Unison agreements are structured as option contracts, which allows you to sell us a future option for cash today. But it's important to learn about option contracts and understand the details.

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Financial Health
Best Alternatives to a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)

Are there HELOC alternatives? Yes! A HELOC can be the right move in certain situations. But it's important to know that other options exist.

Financial Health
Where Does Unison Receive Its Funds?

Housing is a huge market, but it's difficult for investors to put their money in homes without owning them outright. Learn more about how co-investments help bridge the gap.

Home Equity
How Does a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) Work?

A HELOC may be an affordable and convenient way to access a line of credit. But it’s not the right solution for everyone. We'll explain how a HELOC works and how to know if it’s right for you.

Financial Health
Can You Trust Zillow's Home Values?

The "Zestimate" is a bit of a secret sauce, which Zillow will admit is not always perfect. But it's a valuable tool nonetheless – here's what we know about the calculation process.