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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
What is LTV?

LTV, or Loan-to-Value ratio, is a key metric used by lenders when assessing the risk of a loan, particularly mortgages. It essentially compares the amount of the loan to the appraised value of the property being financed.

Homeownership
Summer Home Maintenance: This Season's Steps to Protect Your Best Investment

Summer brings sunshine, long days, and of course – the perfect opportunity to take care of your home! Warm weather is great for relaxing, it’s also ideal for tackling key maintenance tasks that help preserve your home’s value and prevent costly repairs.

Home Equity
More Than Just Payments: How Your Home Equity Grows

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll ever make. Your monthly mortgage payment may seem like just another bill, but behind the scenes, you're steadily building something far more valuable: equity.

Financial Health
10 Commonly Overlooked Tax Breaks and Deductions You Might Be Missing

When it comes to filing your taxes, missing out on valuable deductions and credits can mean leaving money on the table. Some tax breaks are easy to overlook! They may be less well-known or hidden deep within the fine print.

Financial Health
What Are Property Taxes For? How They Work and Why They Matter

When you buy a home, you’re not just investing in the property itself. You’re also committing to paying property taxes, which can feel like an extra burden. But property taxes serve an important purpose in supporting the communities we live in.

Financial Health
What Is DTI? Understanding Your Debt-to-Income Ratio

Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI) is one of the most important numbers lenders look at when evaluating your ability to repay a loan. Understanding your DTI can help you prepare and potentially qualify for better terms.

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 101
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 101
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 101
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.

Unison 101
Applying for an Equity Sharing Agreement

Start your Unison journey with our seamless, straightforward application process. Discover how much cash you can unlock from your home and work with a Unison rep through every step.