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Mark Bristow

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Savings Accounts

Some of the top-rated savings accounts in April 2024

How long will you be able to make the most of the interest on your savings account? With economists forecasting interest rate cuts later in the year, the days of making maximum interest returns on your wealth may be numbered. There are a few different savings strategies you could consider, which could better suit some household budgets than others.

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Mark Bristow -

10 Apr, 2024 -

3 min read

Home Loans

Some of the top-rated home loans in April 2024

While interest rates are important, Australia’s borrowers, first home buyers, investors and refinancers may also want to compare more than just rates when looking at home loans. When comparing home loan features and benefits, it’s important to consider which of these extras may offer you the most value in your financial situation, and help you to achieve your personal goals.

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Mark Bristow -

10 Apr, 2024 -

3 min read

Personal Loans

Some of the top-rated personal loans in April 2024

Australians are reportedly moving away from personal loans, in a partial reversal of an earlier uptick in lending activity earlier in the year. While new data shows a decline in personal lending overall, there are still competitive personal loans available for borrowers who know where to look.

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Mark Bristow -

09 Apr, 2024 -

3 min read

Car Loans

Some of the top-rated car loans in April 2024

In every month of 2024 so far, Australians have broken a record for the number of vehicle purchases. A general swing towards electric vehicles (EVs) and other greener vehicles has also been recorded, with fuel-efficient technologies becoming more and more popular.

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Mark Bristow -

09 Apr, 2024 -

3 min read

Home Loans

Cashback home loan deals in March 2024

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) kept the national cash rate on hold at its March 2024 meeting. The number of cashbacks available to refinancers and first home buyers to compare also remained relatively steady this month.

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Mark Bristow -

20 Mar, 2024 -

5 min read

Home Loans

Some of the top-rated home loans in March 2024

Whether you’re buying a property or refinancing a mortgage, if you want to get a better interest rate, you may need to actively go hunting rather than waiting for a deal to fall into your lap. Comparing some of the top-rated home loans on RateCity’s database can help make your search a little simpler, as you can see which loans are offering more value and may better suit your needs.

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Mark Bristow -

19 Mar, 2024 -

4 min read

Home Loans

How do you avoid Lender's Mortgage Insurance?

Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) can make a big impact on your mortgage budget if you plan to borrow with a low deposit. Whilethere are several options available to avoid LMI, some may better suit some borrowers more than others.

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Mark Bristow -

18 Mar, 2024 -

6 min read

Personal Loans

Can I get a personal loan to pay for my wedding?

It’s no secret that tying the knot can be an expensive proposition, with the W-word often being associated with higher than typical prices for many products and services. While you might be wedded to getting a personal loan to pay for it, it’s important to be aware of the risks involved before saying I Do to a bank or lender.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Mar, 2024 -

5 min read

Term Deposits

Some of the top-rated term deposits in March 2024

Could a term deposit help to safeguard part of your wealth from uncertainty? Selecting the best solutions to protect your assets and grow your investments isn’t always easy, but there are a range of options to consider.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Mar, 2024 -

4 min read

Savings Accounts

Some of the top-rated savings accounts in March 2024

How big a difference does your savings account interest rate really make? You may be surprised by the effect that a high-rate savings account could have on your wealth, depending on your saving strategy. Just make sure that the account you choose is one that suits your needs and can help you reach your goals.

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Mark Bristow -

15 Mar, 2024 -

3 min read