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Ashley Kilroy

Contributing writer

Ashley Kilroy is an experienced financial writer. In addition to being a contributing writer at Rocket Homes, she writes for solo entrepreneurs as well as for Fortune 500 companies. Ashley is a finance graduate of the University of Cincinnati. When she isn’t helping people understand their finances, you may find Ashley cage diving with great whites or on safari in South Africa.

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Recent Articles

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7-minute read

Buying a house with a friend: Pros, cons and how to get started

It’s becoming more common to split costs and achieve homeownership by buying a house with a friend, but is it right for you? See what you should consider.

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7-minute read

How often do contingent offers fall through? What you should know

Learn about the different types of contingencies in real estate contracts and explore the common reasons these deals sometimes don’t make it to closing.

Older couple signing a home contract, potentially finalizing a property transaction.

5-minute read

A guide to real estate closing documents for buyers

Not sure which documents to expect at closing? Learn more about the documents you will need to sign, approve and review to close on a real estate deal.

Image of a woman sitting in a yellow chair, with a dog in her lap, working on a laptop.

7-minute read

Buying a house with low income: Loan options, assistance programs, and tips

Becoming a homeowner is still possible with a low income. See what low-income house buying programs and strategies can help when applying for a mortgage.

Couple snuggling on couch and reviewing information online on open laptop.

6-minute read

How to apply for a home equity line of credit (HELOC)

Review the basic requirements for a home equity line of credit (HELOC) and check out step-by-step instructions on how to apply for one.

A real estate agent with a client holding a pad of paper, indicating a discussion or consultation.

8-minute read

What does a property manager do?

A property manager is an individual or entity hired by the owner to oversee the daily workings of their property. Read on to learn their responsibilities.

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14-minute read

What is a timeshare and how does it work?

A timeshare is a vacation property ownership model with multiple individuals sharing usage rights. Learn more about how timeshares work.

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5-minute read

What is a lien and how does it work?

A lien gives a lender or creditor the ability to claim a property to pay off a debt. Learn how they work and about other types of property debt.

Small brick house with garage in a development with similar houses.

7-minute read

How soon after I buy a house can I refinance?

Refinancing a home is a big step and, typically, can be done at any time. But how soon after buying a home should you refinance? Read on to learn more.