
Is a Home Equity Agreement a Good Idea?
Need cash without taking on new debt? A home equity agreement could give you funds now in exchange for part of your home’s future value.
Erik J. Martin is a Chicago area-based freelance writer whose articles have been published by AARP The Magazine, The Motley Fool, The Costco Connection, USAA, US Chamber of Commerce, Bankrate, The Chicago Tribune and other publications. He often writes on topics related to real estate, personal finance, business, technology, health care and entertainment. Erik also hosts the Cineversary podcast and publishes several blogs, including martinspiration.com and cineversegroup.com.
Need cash without taking on new debt? A home equity agreement could give you funds now in exchange for part of your home’s future value.
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