Ashleigh Potter
Staff Writer
Ashleigh Potter is a content writer at Redfin and Rocket Mortgage with more than five years of experience in digital marketing, content, and editorial strategy. She focuses on breaking down housing and mortgage topics so readers can make confident decisions when it comes to their own home journey. Her goal is to make real estate and lending feel more approachable, whether someone is buying their first home, comparing loan options, or navigating the fine print of homeownership.
Recent Articles
8-minute read
How long is an appraisal good for?
How old can an appraisal be at closing? Take a look at conventional, FHA, USDA, and VA requirements, including when an update may replace a new report.
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15-year vs. 30-year mortgage comparison
Which loan term fits your budget? Comparing 15-year vs. 30-year mortgage options shows significant differences in rates, payments, and total interest paid.
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9-minute read
What is a rambler house?
Are you curious about what a rambler house is and what it has to offer? Read to learn more about the history, characteristics and common types of rambler homes.
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10-minute read
Grants for home improvements
If you’re looking for help with home repairs, some homeowners might be eligible for grants that can fund key renovations – and don’t need to b...
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11-minute read
How to finance a tiny home: Loan options by home type
Financing a tiny home might not qualify for a conventional loan. See your real options, from personal loans to chattel mortgages.
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13-minute read
Land loans: How they work, requirements, and loan options
A land loan can help you finance a future homesite, but the property’s condition and intended use will shape your financing options.
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9-minute read
What is a jumbo loan in Colorado? 2026 one-unit loan limits and requirements
A jumbo loan in Colorado is meant for a mortgage over $832,750, depending on the county. How does that number compare to conforming limits, and do you qualif...
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Can you look at a house without mortgage preapproval?
While you can tour homes without it, mortgage preapproval makes it easier to find a real estate agent and it can persuade sellers to take your offer seriously.
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What is a single-family home?
What makes a home single-family? It comes down to the structure, ownership, and how the property is classified, not just whether it has shared walls.
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