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.
1049 articles written by Mark Bristow
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?
Mark Bristow -
06 Nov, 2024 -
3 min read
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).
Mark Bristow -
06 Nov, 2024 -
3 min read
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.
Mark Bristow -
05 Nov, 2024 -
6 min read
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.
Mark Bristow -
31 Oct, 2024 -
6 min read
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