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Home Equity Investment (HEI) Buyback Formulas in 2026: Point vs. Hometap vs. Unison vs. Unlock

Home Equity Investment (HEI) Buyback Formulas in 2026: Point vs. Hometap vs. Unison vs. Unlock

Compare Point, Hometap, Unison, Unlock HEI buyback formulas in 2026: worked math, starting-value risk adjustments, protection caps, and partial buyout rules.

Jul 14, 2026 · 9 min

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