What is it?
DirectLenderMatch classifies Home Equity Contract / Home Equity Investment (HEI) under the financing form “Shared-appreciation / home-equity contract.” Its typical use in this directory is: Existing homeowner receives cash now and owes formula-based lump-sum settlement later.
How does it work?
The structure is generally evaluated, supported, or secured using the following basis: Home value/equity; provider records a property interest or lien. Exact underwriting, eligibility, terms, and availability are provider-specific and can change.
What can it be used for?
Existing homeowner receives cash now and owes formula-based lump-sum settlement later.
What backs or supports it?
Home value/equity; provider records a property interest or lien.
Why does this structure exist?
This structure provides a defined way to address the financing need described above. The provider, transaction, collateral, and underwriting context determine how the structure is implemented in practice.
Important considerations
Confirm current costs, risks, licensing, eligibility, collateral treatment, recourse, tax consequences, and availability directly with the provider and appropriate professional advisers. DirectLenderMatch does not compare rates or recommend products.
Is this actually a loan?
Workbook classification: No. Financing forms such as leases, purchases, shared equity, advances, and guarantees may solve a funding need without being conventional loans.
Verified lenders or providers
Direct home-equity investment provider
Hometap
Hometap currently offers Home Equity Investments with no recurring monthly payment; it records a lien to secure its interest.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-23
Direct home-equity agreement provider
Unlock Technologies
Unlock's March 2026 product guide documents its Home Equity Agreement.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-23
Home equity investment provider
Point
Point provides upfront cash through a home equity investment in exchange for a contractual share of future home appreciation.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-24
Home equity investment provider
Unison
Unison offers an equity-sharing agreement with no required monthly loan payment.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-24
Home equity investment provider
Aspire HEI / Redwood Trust
Aspire provides home equity investment agreements rather than conventional loans.
Official evidence page →Last verified: 2026-08-24
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Closed-End Home Equity Loan (HELOAN)
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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC)
Reusable borrowing against home equity
Proprietary / Jumbo Reverse Mortgage
Private reverse mortgage outside HECM limits/rules
Residential Bridge Loan
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