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Mark Bristow

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Home Insurance

Total replacement home insurance cover explained

Total replacement cover is typically more expensive, though it may offer peace of mind and value for money to the right customer.

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Mark Bristow -

11 Nov, 2024 -

4 min read

Savings Accounts

What's the difference between a savings account and a transaction account?

When it comes to personal banking, it’s important to choose the most competitive option for storing and accessing your money.

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Mark Bristow -

11 Nov, 2024 -

6 min read

Credit Cards

What is credit card churning?

Credit card churning is the strategy of opening and closing numerous credit cards to maximise the benefits and perks offered.

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Mark Bristow -

08 Nov, 2024 -

6 min read

Bank Accounts

Can foreigners open a bank account in Australia?

If you’re migrating to Australia, taking a working holiday, or studying as a student, you should be able to open an Australian bank account.

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Mark Bristow -

07 Nov, 2024 -

7 min read

Credit Score

How often does your credit score change?

How often your credit score updates will depend on how often a bank, lender or service provider offers information to credit bureaus.

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Mark Bristow -

07 Nov, 2024 -

4 min read

Car Loans

Your options for financing a car through a business

If you’re considering financing a vehicle for work purposes, you may be curious as to what your options are, and which may best suit your needs and financial situation.

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Mark Bristow -

07 Nov, 2024 -

6 min read

Savings Accounts

What will happen to savings accounts when interest rates fall? Some of the top-rated savings accounts in November 2024

Putting part of your money into a savings account is traditionally one of the simplest ways to protect and grow your wealth. But how does this work if interest rates start falling?

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Mark Bristow -

06 Nov, 2024 -

3 min read

Personal Loans

How are you handling the cost of living? Some of the top-rated personal loans in November 2024

Australia’s cost of living is still rising, but more slowly than previously, according to the latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

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Mark Bristow -

06 Nov, 2024 -

3 min read

Home Loans

What is Lender's Mortgage Insurance?

Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) is an insurance policy that protects your lender if you default on your mortgage. The cost of LMI can be significant, and may affect your home loan budget when buying a property or refinancing a mortgage.

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Mark Bristow -

05 Nov, 2024 -

6 min read

Home Loans

What to expect from the RBA meeting in November 2024

Will the RBA deliver a rate that stops the nation this November? The big banks are now looking to the new year for the start of an easing cycle.

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Mark Bristow -

31 Oct, 2024 -

6 min read