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Personal Loans

What are the benefits of solar batteries?

If you’ve had rooftop solar installed on your house, or you’re planning to in the future, you may be considering whether it’s worth investing in a solar battery system.

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26 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Car Insurance

What does ‘choice of repairer’ mean, and is this an insurance option you really need?

When shopping for car insurance, it’s worth understanding what options may be available under different policies and how much value they could offer you.

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22 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Home Loans

What are the most sustainable flooring options?

Choosing flooring for your home can be a weighty decision, as it’s a major interior feature and one that you’ll likely live with for many years to come. That’s why it’s so important to consider the sustainability of the material you choose for your floors.

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19 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Home Insurance

One million Australian households spend more than four weeks’ income on home insurance: how does your premium compare?

New research shows that climate change is set to widen the gap in home insurance affordability between average and vulnerable Australian households.

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17 Aug, 2022 -

3 min read

Savings Accounts

What do you need to apply for a savings account?

If you’re looking to open a new savings account, there are a few things you’ll need to have ready for your application.

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Georgia Brown -

16 Aug, 2022 -

3 min read

Car Loans

What is an average interest rate for a car loan?

When you’re searching for a car loan, it can be helpful to have an idea of the average interest rate charged by lenders, so you know whether the product you’re considering is competitive.

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15 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Superannuation

Australians prioritising nest egg over property: could super surpass property as a key financial asset?

A new study has revealed that more Australians said growing their savings was their top financial priority, compared to those who cited saving for a home as their number one financial focus.

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Georgia Brown -

12 Aug, 2022 -

3 min read

Term Deposits

Which banks have hiked term deposit and savings account rates in August 2022?

This month, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) hiked the cash rate for the fourth consecutive month, and a number of lenders have since passed the increase on to savers.

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10 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Superannuation

What does the push for 26 weeks parental leave mean for superannuation?

There has long been pressure placed on the Australian government to increase the amount of paid parental leave offered to new parents. But the implication on superannuation must also be considered.

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08 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Personal Loans

Beat the spring renovation rush with August’s top personal loans

New research has revealed that 40 per cent of Australian homeowners have existing repairs requiring the attention of a tradesperson, while 46 per cent admit they would delay a repair because it’s ‘liveable’.

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04 Aug, 2022 -

2 min read