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The Homeowner’s Guide to Equity Sharing with Unison, Part 6: How The Agreement Ends

Learn about the four ways a Unison Equity Sharing Agreement can end, including selling your home or choosing a buyout.

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Financial Health
Tips for Building a Budget and Creating Better Spending Habits

Creating a budget isn’t just about tracking expenses. It’s a consistent, structured approach to help you gain control, reduce stress, and build a stronger financial future.

Homeownership
Maintain Now, Save Later: 10 Home Maintenance Tips That Can Prevent Costly Repairs

Homeownership is one of life’s biggest investments. And while it offers comfort and security, it also comes with responsibilities that many homeowners don’t expect until something goes wrong.

Financial Health
How to Get Out of Medical Debt: Smart Strategies to Reduce What You Owe

Medical debt can be among the most stressful financial burdens to carry – especially when it comes unexpectedly or during an already difficult time. But there are practical steps you can take to address it.

Financial Health
How Much Should I Save for Retirement? A Realistic Guide for Any Income

It can be one of the most common (and most intimidating) questions in personal finance. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Retirement savings goals depend on your income, lifestyle, age, and where (and even how) you plan to live.

Financial Health
State vs. Federal Taxes: What’s the Difference – And Why We Pay Both

Curious about the difference between state and federal taxes? Learn why we pay both, what they fund, and what to expect when filing your tax return each year.

Financial Health
How Long Will It Take to Do Your Taxes? What to Expect Based on Your Situation

Wondering how long it’ll take to file your taxes? Learn what affects the time it takes, from tax prep methods to complexity, and how to make next season easier.

Home Equity
Potential Downsides of a Reverse Mortgage

A reverse mortgage is a convenient way to use your home equity as a cash source during retirement, but there are some downsides to a reverse mortgage.

An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a secondary, independent residential unit located on the same lot as a primary home.
Renovations & Remodeling
Renovations are on the Rise, and With Them, ADUs

Renovations surged during the peak of COVID, when we were all stuck at home. Then high rates introduced a bit of a slump. Now? They're on the rise again. Plus, city and state governments are removing restrictions to building ADUs.

Financial Health
Report on Credit Card Debt

According to the Federal Reserve, 82% of adults in the United States had at least one credit card in 2022. But, credit card debt is almost as pervasive as its use. Read our report on the state of credit card debt in the U.S.

Homeownership
How to Pay for Home Improvements

Recently decide to renovate your home, but not sure how to pay for the home improvements? From traditional methods like using cash or credit cards to more unconventional options like tapping into equity, here are eight ways to finance home improvements.

Home Equity
Alternative Ways to Get Equity Out of Your Home

Tapping into your home equity is a great way to access funds for immediate financial needs. While selling your home is one way to achieve this goal, there are many other solutions that allow you to take equity out of your home without having to move.

Home Equity
Ways to Use Home Equity for Retirement Income

Homeowners preparing for retirement could be sitting on a sizable, untapped financial asset—your home equity. If you've been paying off your mortgage for a while, chances are you could be using that home equity for your retirement income.