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.

1021 articles written by Laine Gordon

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Home Loans

Five financial tips for newlyweds

Just married? Just about ready to buy a home? Here are some tips for newlyweds that are yet to organise their home loan or other finances.

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Home Loans

How to buy a home and become an investor (on a $40k salary)

Many Australians think they can't invest in property because of their income bracket. We're here to show you some ways that many people get ahead.

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Home Loans

Buying old vs building new: Which do you choose?

Buying a pre-occupied home versus purchasing a house and land package is one of the classic real estate questions. We weigh up their pros and cons.

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Home Loans

Top 4 home renovation lessons courtesy of The Block

The most recent season of The Block wasn't just a good watch. It could also have some valuable lessons for your renovation project.

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Home Loans

Top 4 factors influencing house price growth

There are many factors that determine whether properties will grow in price in a neighbourhood, including supply and the quality of infrastructure.

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Superannuation

Research: Young Aussies don't care about superannuation

Anyone already stressing about their retirement will be flabbergasted to learn how little young Australians know about Australian superannuation.

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Home Loans

Six things you didn't know about the capital gains tax

The capital gains tax is turning 20 this year. In anticipation of this, here are six things about it you might never have had a clue were true.

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Credit Cards

What's your credit card user profile?

Broadly speaking, it's possible to categorise individuals in different groups - or 'personalities'. Here are four common types of credit card holders that might sound familiar.

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Credit Cards

How to read your credit card statement

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Home Loans

Key indicators point to rate cut in May