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.
1039 articles written by Mark Bristow
How does car insurance work in Australia?
If you own and drive a car in Australia, you are legally required to have at least one form of car insurance: Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance. But with the number of other car insurance options available, choosing the right insurer that suits your needs can get confusing.
Mark Bristow -
16 Jul, 2024 -
5 min read
Can I get a refund on car insurance after selling a car?
If you decide to sell your car, what happens to your car insurance? It may be possible to get a car insurance refund after selling your car or otherwise cancelling your policy, though there may be certain terms, conditions and exceptions to consider.
Mark Bristow -
16 Jul, 2024 -
3 min read
Does car insurance cover driving while intoxicated?
Will your car insurance pay out if drunk driving causes an accident? Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal, however some insurers may still offer cover within the limits of their policy.
Mark Bristow -
16 Jul, 2024 -
3 min read
Can I get car insurance if my policy was cancelled?
A car insurer will only cancel your policy in extreme cases, and not before giving you written notice. However, this doesn’t stop you from buying another car insurance policy.
Mark Bristow -
15 Jul, 2024 -
4 min read
Can you register and insure a car without a licence?
You can buy, register and insure a car without a driver’s licence in Australia. But you won’t be covered if you’re involved in an accident when illegally driving the car without a licence.
Mark Bristow -
15 Jul, 2024 -
3 min read
How to transfer car registration in NSW
Every car owned in NSW must be registered in NSW. This means you must transfer registration to NSW if you purchase a car registered out of state or under another name.
Mark Bristow -
15 Jul, 2024 -
6 min read
How does transferring car insurance work?
Most insurance companies allow you to transfer your existing insurance policy when you buy a new car. While the premium amount and insurance terms may need to be adjusted, you’ll continue to enjoy the same benefits as you did with your old car.
Mark Bristow -
12 Jul, 2024 -
3 min read
Getting car insurance after a drink driving conviction in Australia
If you’ve been convicted of drunk driving in the past, it’s highly likely that your car insurance quotes will be more expensive. If you have a history of driving while under the influence of alcohol, an insurer will likely consider you more of a liability. As the insurer’s risk increases, so does the cost to your hip pocket.
Mark Bristow -
11 Jul, 2024 -
4 min read
Can I buy one-day car insurance?
Are you looking for temporary car insurance? Here’s how to insure a car for one day, one week or just a few months.
Mark Bristow -
11 Jul, 2024 -
5 min read
Average electricity prices in Australia per kWh
Do you know if the rate you’re paying to use electricity - the usage charge - is too much?
Mark Bristow -
10 Jul, 2024 -
7 min read