Unlike HELs and HELOCs, home equity agreements aren't loans. That means there are no monthly payments or interest charges..
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.
A company provides you with a lump sum in exchange for partial ownership of your home, and/or a share of its future appreciation. You don't make monthly repayments of principal or interest; instead, you settle up when you sell the home or at the end of a multi-year agreement period (typically between 10 and 30 years).
The grantor must sign the deed form and that signature must be properly acknowledged by a notary public. All signatures must be original; we cannot accept photocopies. A complete description of the property including the village, town, county and state where the property is located must also be included on the form.
How do I obtain a copy of my property deed? Property deeds are recorded in the Suffolk County Clerk's Office in Riverhead, NY. The direct phone number is (631) 852-2000.
How do I obtain a copy of my property deed? Property deeds are recorded in the Suffolk County Clerk's Office in Riverhead, NY. The direct phone number is (631) 852-2000.