About Ashley Cantley

Ashley Cantley

Staff Writer, New American Funding

Ashley is a staff writer at New American Funding. She brings two decades of experience to her role at NAF, having written scripts for Emmy Award-winning television shows, a best-selling book published by Workman, entertainment articles and personal essays for major national magazines, and TV commercial campaigns for well-known home brands.

Ashley Cantley Articles

Homebuyers
September 10, 2024

House Hacking to Save Money: Why Some Homebuyers Are Co-Buying a Home with Friends

For friends Weldon Hall, 47, and John Cross, 44, becoming homeowners in the Bay Area seemed out of reach.

Homebuyers
June 21, 2024

Beat the Heat: 7 Ways to Save Money on Buying a Home This Summer

Prices are elevated and mortgage rates are high. However, these challenges don't mean that would-be buyers and bargain-hunters should despair.

Homebuyers
June 17, 2024

Nine Mortgage Lenders Rejected This Technician Before He Finally Became a Homeowner. This Is How He Did It

When environmental technician Adam Sanchez, 47, decided he wanted to buy a home for his family, he couldn’t imagine he would be rejected by nine mortgage lenders before his dreams of homeownership would be realized.

Homebuyers
June 11, 2024

How the Right Lender Can Guide You Through the Entire Homeownership Journey

Imagine you are ready to buy your home. You've been saving, planning, and dreaming of this moment, and now it's finally within reach.

Homeowners
May 28, 2024

5-Year Rate Protection Pledge for a Refinance

If you've been thinking about buying a new home, now is the time.

Homebuyers
May 22, 2024

Empowering Homebuyers: Success Stories from Our Team

Owning a home is a foundational aspect of the American Dream.

Inclusive Lending
May 20, 2024

Innovative Solutions to Homeownership Disparities: A Close-Up on New American Funding's Strategies

In the United States, homeownership is a cornerstone of economic prosperity, yet significant disparities persist among underrepresented groups in homeownership.

Homebuyers
May 14, 2024

House Hunting Checklist

Starting on the homebuying journey is both an exhilarating adventure and a significant milestone.

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Homebuyers
April 11, 2024

How New Real Estate Commission Rules Could Affect First-Time Buyers

Read on to learn what the changes are and how they affect first-time homebuyers.

Homebuyers
March 28, 2024

Are VA Loans Assumable?

This article will demystify the process of VA loan assumption, addressing its benefits, challenges, and the steps involved.