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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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8-minute read

Price-to-rent ratio explained: Is it better to rent or buy?

What the price-to-rent ratio is, and how it helps determine whether renting or buying is more cost-effective so you can make an informed housing decision.

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8-minute read

How to lower capital gains tax on rental property sales

Owners pay capital gains on rental properties when they sell. Learn how these taxes work and how to reduce what you owe when you sell an investment property....

An outdoor scene in a park with seniors riding bikes, enjoying recreational activities.

9-minute read

Living in a 55-plus community: Pros, cons, and costs

Living in a 55+ community can be a great option if you’d like to retire or downsize. Learn about the pros, cons, and costs so you can make an informed ...

A historic home, possibly a landmark or preserved building.

10-minute read

Buying a historic home: The pros and cons

Buying a charming historic home can be tempting, but it can also come with costly complications. Read on to find out whether a historic home is right for you.

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7-minute read

Rent-back agreements: Pros and cons for buyers and sellers

A rent-back agreement allows sellers to rent their home from buyers for a set period of time, but it’s not without risks. Learn the pros and cons here.

A suburban home with green and well cared garden.

6-minute read

The mortgage constant explained

The mortgage constant is the amount paid in debt service each year divided by the amount of a loan, expressed as a percent. Learn more about mortgage constants.

A yard with flowers, representing a beautiful home exterior.

6-minute read

What is collateral? Understanding secured loans

Collateral is any asset a lender accepts to secure a loan. Explore different types of collateral loans, their pros and cons, and how to get one.

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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...