The biggest downside to a home equity sharing agreement is that the home equity investor could end up taking a big share of your home's appreciation if it grows in value by the time your agreement ends. They also may come with restrictions on how you can improve your home or when you can sell it.
Average HELOC rates by market Your potential HELOC rate also depends on where your home is located. As of January 1, 2025, the current average HELOC interest rate in the 10 largest U.S. markets is 8.36 percent.
Home equity sharing may also be wise if you don't want extra debt reflected on your credit profile. "These agreements allow homeowners to access their home equity without incurring additional debt," says Michael Crute, a real estate agent and operations strategist with Keller Williams in Atlanta.