974 articles written by Alex Ritchie
Property prices soar: how long will it take to save a deposit in your capital city?
RateCity research has crunched the numbers on how long it may take to save a deposit in your capital city, based off of current CoreLogic median dwelling prices for February 2021.
Alex Ritchie -
18 Mar, 2021 -
6 min read
When should I rollover my super balance?
By rolling over super spread over several funds and consolidating them into a single account, you may save on fees and taxes.
Alex Ritchie -
15 Mar, 2021 -
4 min read
Home loan cashback deals for March 2021
There are currently a range of deals on offer for new mortgage customers, including cashback perks, bonus credit card rewards points and reduced LMI. Let’s explore some of the home loan deals on offer for March 2021.
Alex Ritchie -
11 Mar, 2021 -
4 min read
NAB cuts savings rates - so where can you get a rate above 1 per cent?
It’s been a tough start to the year for Aussie savers, with Australia’s third biggest bank, NAB, has today cut savings rates on its main accounts by up to 0.10 per cent.
Alex Ritchie -
10 Mar, 2021 -
3 min read
“Absolutely a seller’s market”: seller confidence rebounds from Covid-19 sting
In news that may come to the relief of would-be buyers battling it out at auctions, over a third of homeowners are planning on selling in the next five years, according to new research from Westpac.
Alex Ritchie -
09 Mar, 2021 -
5 min read
Free vs paid: how to choose between low interest or interest-free credit cards
Is it better to choose a low-rate credit card or take advantage of zero per cent interest introductory credit cards? Let’s explore both options and help to discover which type may suit your financial needs.
Alex Ritchie -
04 Mar, 2021 -
5 min read
RBA cash rate held again, housing prices continue to skyrocket
The Reserve Bank of Australia has held the cash rate at a record-low of 0.10 per cent again, meanwhile national property prices grew at the fastest recorded rate since 2003 in February.
Alex Ritchie -
02 Mar, 2021 -
4 min read
Buy now, pay later self-regulation missing some teeth: RateCity
The buy now, pay later industry’s new code of practice is a step in the right direction but it’s unlikely to stop many customers from overspending.
Alex Ritchie -
01 Mar, 2021 -
4 min read
Macquarie Bank cuts savings rates, joins 50 lenders who’ve cut in 2021
Macquarie Bank has today revealed changes to its popular savings account, with cuts of 25 basis points in effect across its tiered variable account. Macquarie Bank joins the ranks of 50 other savings account providers who’ve cut interest rates since 1 January this year.
Alex Ritchie -
26 Feb, 2021 -
4 min read
What is a short-term personal loan?
Whether you’ve been stung with an unexpected bill or your car has broken down, we’ve all been in situations where we need cash fast. And a short-term personal loan may be one solution you’ve come across.
Alex Ritchie -
25 Feb, 2021 -
6 min read