Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Laine Gordon is the Head of Public Relations at RateCity and an experienced journalist and research specialist. With a background in news and feature writing, covering finance, media and even food (a passion of hers) at Reed Elsevier publications, Laine brings almost two decades of experience to the team. Having covered major areas of interest to the general public from hip pocket issues to rising and falling interest rates and the impact to mortgages, credit and saving in Australia, she is passionate about researching and telling people’s stories to help others make better decisions about their own finances.
956 articles written by Laine Gordon
How to purchase your dream home in 12 months
If you are a first home buyer who has a goal of buying your dream property next mortgage season, here are some points on what you should do now to better prepare yourself.
Laine Gordon -
29 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Economy strengthens but buyer confidence flattens
Buyer confidence levels for purchasing property have flattened over the past year but they are still higher than 2008 levels. According to the September 2010 Genworth Homebuyer Confidence Index, our confidence in the home loan and property market has increased by 7.7 percentage points, from 92.4 in 2008 to 99.1 in 2010.
Laine Gordon -
29 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Tougher outlook for first home buyers
First home buyers are finding it tougher to enter the property market than last year, with some first home buyers pushed out altogether due to higher costs. But by taking the right turns and keeping to the map, the road ahead doesn't need to be as rough.
Laine Gordon -
27 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
How to avoid mistakes first home buyers make
Many first home buyers are given advice from all directions on what to do, what not to do and which lender to use. But because everyone is different, what suits one may not suit another, especially when it comes to finding the right home loan.
Laine Gordon -
22 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Save by adding your child to your car insurance policy
Does your son or daughter drive your car only every now and then? Do you think it's not often enough to warrant listing them on your car insurance policy? Do you think they're probably covered as dependants anyway?
Laine Gordon -
21 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Beat the major four banks by comparing home loans online
As the anticipation of a predicted rate rise before the end of the year draws nearer, experts worry there is a lack of competition in the mortgage lending market and borrowers aren't getting the best deals on their home loans.
Laine Gordon -
21 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Aussies demand a better deal on home loans!
Homebuyers, especially those looking to refinance their existing home loans have taken advantage of an opportunity to make the most of stable interest rates
Laine Gordon -
15 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
How borrowers can beat the imminent rate rise
If you have a home loan or considering taking out one, there are steps that home owners can implement now that will not only help them take advantage of the current stable rates, but also prepare them for any rate increases before the year is out.
Laine Gordon -
13 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Refinancing at the right time can save you $63,000
Refinancing your mortgage can be a great option for those whose circumstances may have changed since applying for the loan, such as welcoming another member to your family or a decrease in your salary. Other reasons why someone may refinance their home loan can include
Laine Gordon -
08 Oct, 2010 -
3 min read
Five steps to owning your own home sooner
In order to buy the home of your dreams this mortgage season, you need the right mortgage. RateCity has compiled five ways to help you choose the best home loan to suit your lifestyle. Compare intro loans to variable loans. Intro rate home loans are generally targeted at first home buyers because of their lower interest rates for usually the first 12 months
Laine Gordon -
08 Oct, 2010 -
4 min read