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. Mark has also completed RG 146 (Tier 1), making him compliant to provide general advice for general insurance products like car, home, travel and health insurance, as well as giving him knowledge of investment options such as shares, derivatives, futures, managed investments, currencies and commodities.
306 articles written by Mark Bristow
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
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
What could be a good time to buy a car in Australia?
Arguably the most popular time to purchase a car in Australia is the end of the financial year, though there are other dates in the calendar worth considering if you’re hunting for a bargain.
Mark Bristow -
23 Aug, 2024 -
6 min read
How much superannuation should you have at age 40?
The amount of superannuation you should have at age 40 will depend on how much money you want to have available to support your modest or comfortable retirement lifestyle.
Mark Bristow -
22 Aug, 2024 -
4 min read
Can you use super to pay your mortgage?
It is possible to use the money in your super fund to help pay your mortgage in specific circumstances, such as if you’re retiring or are in financial hardship.
Mark Bristow -
19 Aug, 2024 -
4 min read
Peak and off-peak electricity times explained
Knowing the difference between peak and off-peak electricity could make a huge difference to your electricity bill.
Mark Bristow -
08 Aug, 2024 -
7 min read