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How to Split Home Equity in a Divorce
Going through a divorce can be tricky. You can maintain your home’s equity and split it as part of the settlement.
All You Need to Know About Mortgage Forbearance, and How to Avoid It
Struggling with your mortgage payments? You may qualify for mortgage forbearance, but it often has more cons than pros. Look into other relief options first.
How to Pay Medical Bills…the Financially Healthy Way
Credit cards may not always be the wisest solution. Learn how to pay your medical bills the financially healthy way.
Unlock Technologies Customer Success Story: Jesse
Our latest Unlock Technologies customer success story is Jesse's journey with his home equity agreement.
How to Avoid Foreclosure by Using Home Equity
If you’re behind on your mortgage payments, you may be able to avoid foreclosure by accessing home equity. Tap into home equity using a home equity loan, home equity line of credit or home equity agreement
How to Take Advantage of Your Rising Home Value – Without Selling
Take advantage of rising home values by tapping into home equity. You have several ways to do it. Learn how.
How Does the Mortgage Underwriting Process Work?
The mortgage underwriting process occurs when an underwriter processes your application materials to determine your eligibility for a home mortgage.
Consumer Alert: Steer Clear of Mortgage Protection Insurance Scams
If you’ve opened your mailbox to find a flood of offers for home mortgage protection insurance, you’re not alone. An increasing number of Unlock customers are receiving these solicitations once their home equity agreements have been recorded on their titles. Because that information is public, it often triggers an onslaught of direct mail from both […]
Home Renovations: Using a Credit Card or Home Equity
Financing with home equity provides a lower-interest alternative than using a credit card.
8 Types of Investment Property Loans you Should Know About
The best type of investment property loan for you depends on your credit, down payment, and cash flow projections for your property.
4 Smart Ways to Save for Retirement at 50
Even at age 50, saving for retirement is not out of the question. Max out your 401(k) and IRA account contributions, tap into home equity and diversify your investments to reach your goals.
The Importance of Saving
We’ve all heard about the importance of saving, but it’s easy to not make it a priority. Here are some suggestions on how to do that.