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.
1039 articles written by Mark Bristow
What is an interest free car loan?
Interest free car loans offer car buyers the option to purchase a vehicle without paying extra in interest charges.
Mark Bristow -
30 Oct, 2024 -
4 min read
What is a virtual credit card?
A virtual credit card is a digital-only credit card, which can be used to make purchases online or in-person contactless payments via your smartphone or similar device.
Mark Bristow -
29 Oct, 2024 -
4 min read
Different types of car insurance available in Australia
There are several different types of car insurance policies available in Australia, offering different levels of cover to suit drivers in different situations.
Mark Bristow -
24 Oct, 2024 -
4 min read
Understanding body corporate fees
Body corporate fees or strata fees are paid by owners of strata-title properties to help cover the costs of maintaining common areas.
Mark Bristow -
23 Oct, 2024 -
5 min read
What is a buyer's agent?
A buyer’s agent can be your eyes and ears on the ground when comparing properties, and your representative when making a purchase via auction or private treaty.
Mark Bristow -
22 Oct, 2024 -
5 min read
Can a bank revoke a mortgage?
While it’s uncommon, it is possible for banks and mortgage lenders to revoke your home loan before you settle on a new property purchase.
Mark Bristow -
16 Oct, 2024 -
4 min read
Can you be your own mortgage broker?
Any Australian who thoroughly researches the home loan market and carefully compares mortgage offers could effectively serve as their own mortgage broker.
Mark Bristow -
15 Oct, 2024 -
5 min read
Can you use shares as equity for a home loan?
Your equity investments cannot be treated as security but could strengthen your case when applying for a home loan.
Mark Bristow -
14 Oct, 2024 -
3 min read
When do you start paying off your mortgage?
Once your mortgage is in place, you need to make repayments every month. When should you start repaying your mortgage?
Mark Bristow -
14 Oct, 2024 -
3 min read
What to expect from the RBA meeting in September 2024
Economists from some of Australia’s biggest banks are forecasting a rate cut is coming, though it may be later rather than sooner.
Mark Bristow -
20 Sep, 2024 -
5 min read