Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Vidhu is a Personal Finance Writer at RateCity. She has been writing about finance topics from car loans and home loans to superannuation and cryptocurrencies for over five years. Before moving into finance, Vidhu went to law school where she studied human rights law. She has a Bachelor of Law degree and has previously worked in asset finance for Clifford Chance for more than four years. During her time at Clifford Chance, she worked in the India, London and Hong Kong offices on everything from aviation to vessel finance. In her spare time you’ll find her reading the Australian Financial Review or spending time with her dog Coco.
189 articles written by Vidhu Bajaj
Cashback home loan deals in August 2024
Australians looking for a cashback deal may be running out of options, with the number of lenders offering these deals dropping to single digits. Compare the available options from RateCity as per your need.
Vidhu Bajaj -
07 Aug, 2024 -
3 min read
What are the car insurance rates by age and gender?
How much you may be charged for car insurance is influenced by a range of factors, with your age and gender being key deciders for insurance providers.
Vidhu Bajaj -
31 Jul, 2024 -
7 min read
What factors determine your car insurance premium?
Insurance companies may consider your age, driving history and even the colour of your car when calculating the cost of your car insurance.
Vidhu Bajaj -
25 Jul, 2024 -
6 min read
Your guide to car registration in Queensland
How do you register a car in Queensland when you’re buying a new or used vehicle or transferring one from another state? Explore the steps involved.
Vidhu Bajaj -
24 Jul, 2024 -
4 min read
Short-term car insurance explained
Explore short-term car insurance options in Australia for rental or personal vehicles, offering flexibility and coverage from one day to several months.
Vidhu Bajaj -
18 Jul, 2024 -
6 min read
Tax on interest earned: How much do you pay?
You need to add the interest earned from your savings account to the income you declare on your tax return and pay tax on the total.
Vidhu Bajaj -
02 Jul, 2024 -
4 min read
Travel money card vs credit card vs debit card: which should you choose?
Explore the top spending options for Australian travelers: travel money cards, credit cards, and debit cards. Discover which is best for your travels.
Vidhu Bajaj -
13 Jun, 2024 -
11 min read
Can I get a tax deduction for interest on a home loan?
Own a property you rent out, either partially or as a whole? You may be able to claim a tax deduction for interest on your home loan when you file your tax return.
Vidhu Bajaj -
13 Jun, 2024 -
4 min read
How do you calculate stamp duty on a car?
Find out how much stamp duty do you need to pay on your car in different Australian states.
Vidhu Bajaj -
16 Apr, 2024 -
10 min read
Does Afterpay affect your credit score?
Shoppers find the buy now, pay later services quite attractive but before you jump in, you should know how these services work and if they impact your credit score.
Vidhu Bajaj -
15 Mar, 2024 -
5 min read