Alene Laney

Unlock Staff Writer

Alene Laney is a finance and travel writer from the Southwest. She has written for various outlets and brands, including Fox Business, SoFi, Bankrate, Unbiased, and Costco.

Understanding Home Utility Costs

Alene Laney

Apr 28, 2026

10 min

Spring Home Maintenance: How to Protect and Refresh Your Space

Alene Laney

Mar 3, 2026

8 min

Home Equity 101

7 Smart Ways to Use Your Home Equity (and 6 Mistakes to Avoid)

Alene Laney

Jan 12, 2026

8 min

Home Equity 101

Cash-Out Refi or Home Equity Loan? Which is Right for You?

Alene Laney

Dec 15, 2025

5 min

Market Trends & Insights

How the Fed Rate Cut Impacts Your Ability to Tap Home Equity

Alene Laney

Oct 1, 2025

5 min

Why Should I Put My Home in a Living Trust? 

Alene Laney

Jun 14, 2022

5 min