131 articles written by Kate Wick
Moving to Australia: Bank accounts, credit and mortgages
Are you thinking about taking out a home loan or setting up a transaction account in a new country? Understand what the go is in Australia!
Kate Wick -
22 Oct, 2014 -
3 min read
Video: How much can I borrow without breaking the bank?
Before you start looking for your dream home you need to calculate what you can afford to borrow - without blowing your budget or limiting yourself to a life of canned soup. Here’s a few tips to help you determine a comfortable mortgage so you can enjoy your new home but still have a life
Kate Wick -
20 Oct, 2014 -
3 min read
Top saving tips from successful savers
Is your high-interest savings account looking a little empty? Supercharge your savings with these tips from successful savers.
Kate Wick -
19 Oct, 2014 -
3 min read
The Block's auction flop: Five tips for investors
Are you selling your rental property? Don't dig into your savings account to do unnecessary renovations - make sure you learn lessons from The Block!
Kate Wick -
16 Oct, 2014 -
4 min read
Australian income on the rise
Australians have seen their incomes rise over the years. Have these gains been evenly distributed, though?
Kate Wick -
13 Oct, 2014 -
4 min read
Australians aren't protecting their income
Families with car loans, home loans and credit card debt should consider income protection insurance seriously. Many Australians don't.
Kate Wick -
12 Oct, 2014 -
3 min read
Are Australia's houses affordable?
Families and couples looking to take out home loans may be wondering if affordability is still an issue. House price growth has been trending downwards.
Kate Wick -
08 Oct, 2014 -
4 min read
The rich live longer
A senior fellow at a non-profit organisation has used a longitudinal study to show that the wealthier you are, the longer you'll live.
Kate Wick -
07 Oct, 2014 -
3 min read
Low interest rates remain on hold! October RBA Wrap
The Reserve Bank of Australia has left interest rates on hold at 2.5% at its October meeting, which marks 14 months since the last rate cut and almost 4 years since the last rate increase.
Kate Wick -
07 Oct, 2014 -
4 min read
Child support made easier with new smart apps
If you're chasing child support payments, technological changes are offering smart new solutions to what would otherwise be a stressful process.
Kate Wick -
03 Oct, 2014 -
3 min read