Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Mark Bristow is RateCity's Home & Personal Finances Editor, and an experienced analyst, researcher, and producer. While primarily focused on Australian mortgage and home loan expertise, he has experience across energy, home and travel insurances. Mark has been a journalist and writer in the financial space for over ten years, previously researching and writing commercial real estate at CoreLogic. In the years since, Mark has worked for the Winning Group, Expedia, and has seen articles published at Lifehacker and Business Insider.
1005 articles written by Mark Bristow
The pros and cons of paying off your mortgage early vs buying an investment property
Paying off your mortgage early lets you own your home sooner and save money on interest charges. But could investing in a rental property be a better choice when it comes to wealth creation?
Mark Bristow -
10 Sep, 2024 -
6 min read
What do house valuers look for?
A professional valuation can be a little different to a real estate appraisal or online report. Understanding some of the differences could help to make sure your valuation is accurate.
Mark Bristow -
10 Sep, 2024 -
4 min read
One third of first home buyers get government support: How to apply for the Home Guarantee Scheme
Around one in three home first home buyers last year were supported by the federal government’s Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS), which could indicate a challenging purchasing environment.
Mark Bristow -
10 Sep, 2024 -
4 min read
Home loan jargon busting: Which three mortgage terms are most confusing homebuyers?
Understanding some home loan jargon terms could help to remove a barrier between young Australians and home ownership.
Mark Bristow -
09 Sep, 2024 -
6 min read
Some of the top-rated personal loans in September 2024
New data shows that Australians borrowed slightly more for personal loans in July 2024. But what will this mean if interest rates are cut as some banks are forecasting?
Mark Bristow -
06 Sep, 2024 -
2 min read
Some of the top-rated car loans in September 2024
The August 2024 vehicle sales statistics from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) indicate that while car sales were down year on year, they were still the second-highest August results ever recorded in Australia.
Mark Bristow -
05 Sep, 2024 -
3 min read
Some of the top-rated savings accounts in September 2024
Australia’s money in the bank recently hit another record high, despite cost-of-living pressures. But how long will this likely last in the face of potential future interest rate shifts?
Mark Bristow -
04 Sep, 2024 -
3 min read
Some of the top-rated term deposits in September 2024
Some of Australia’s banks and Authorised Deposit-taking Institutions (ADIs) have begun slashing rates on term deposit offers, possibly in anticipation of future cuts to the cash rate from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA).
Mark Bristow -
03 Sep, 2024 -
3 min read
Fixed rates are falling - should you switch? Some of the top-rated home loans in September 2024
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has made it clear that it’s unlikely to cut the cash rate any time soon, based on the current data. However, that doesn’t mean banks and mortgage lenders will sit on their hands.
Mark Bristow -
03 Sep, 2024 -
3 min read
Can you get car insurance for learner drivers?
As a learner driver, it’s important to make sure you’re insured when you’re behind the wheel, even if it’s through someone else’s policy.
Mark Bristow -
30 Aug, 2024 -
5 min read