Laine Gordon

Are you cut out to be a landlord?

With housing supply still trailing population growth, rents across Australia continue to rise steadily and rental yields – the percentage of rental income compared to the property's price – are more favourable than ever. That's good news for landlords and wannabe-landlords alike – now is a good time to consider property investment. But what does it take to be successful at it?

Is 5 percent enough to save for your first home?

First home buyers entering the property market would be wise to consider saving at least 10 percent of the purchase price, despite most lenders now requiring just 5 percent down payment.

The financial battle of the sexes, who will win?

If you're a single woman and the prospect of finding a mortgage leaves you overwhelmed don't feel alone – most women feel just like you. There are some positive steps you can take to become more confident about choosing a home loan.

Comparing Currencies

What currencies can you compare on RateCity? You might be surprised to find out we compare over 160 currencies from the obvious such as US dollar to the obscure, Tanzanian shilling!

The Effect of Foreign Exchange

In 2000, if you were an American visiting for the Sydney Olympics, you really had some spending power! Read on to find out why things have since changed.

Travel Options

Read about your options for managing money whilst travelling.

Transform $100k into $1.5m

If you bought a home over the past 24 years, you have participated in the best-performing investment available anywhere in Australia.

How to own your dream home within a year

As interest rates continue to fall, the dream of owning your own home may seem more achievable for many Australians. So if you're a first home buyer with a goal of securing a property next mortgage season, here are some tips to help make the dream a reality.

Three biggest mistakes when buying a home

It's the biggest purchase most of us are ever likely to make, so any mistakes we make in the process of buying a home are likely to be costly –financially and emotionally.

How the rate cut will impact you

Home owners and potential first home buyers got an early Christmas present yesterday when the Reserve Bank cut the official cash rate for the second consecutive month to 4.25 percent.