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An alternative to HELOCs: Financing tied to future home appreciation

Here's a question that growing numbers of owners might encounter in the coming months, especially in markets where growth rates in home values historically have been strong: Would you prefer loading more debt onto your house with a credit line or might you be open to trying something different — sharing part of your future appreciation with private investors? Would you consider taking a lump sum of cash now and make no payments for years, only settling up with investors when you sell or otherwise terminate the agreement?  Read the story,