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Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can you have more than one car loan at the same time?

If you’re thinking of turning your home into a two-car household, you may need finance to afford that second set of wheels. But is it possible to hold two or more car loans at once, and what effects could this have on your finances?

Car Loans

16 Jun, 2022

4 min read

Can you have more than one car loan at the same time?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How much money can I borrow for a car loan?

Like with any loan, how much you’re approved to borrow with a car loan depends on your income, expenses, and credit habits.

Car Loans

03 Jun, 2022

5 min read

How much money can I borrow for a car loan?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What are some alternatives to buying a car?

If you’re looking for some alternatives to buying a car, your options include carpooling, car subscriptions, ride-sharing, public transport, and more. Find out more about these options.

Car Loans

22 Mar, 2022

5 min read

What are some alternatives to buying a car?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Leasing vs buying a car in Australia: Which should you choose?

Wondering if you need to own a car, or if leasing one serves your purposes? Discover which option makes more sense to you financially.

Car Loans

28 Feb, 2022

4 min read

Leasing vs buying a car in Australia: Which should you choose?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What are the different types of car loans?

When you need a loan to buy a car, different types of car loans are available, and what you choose will affect your financial planning. 

Car Loans

25 Feb, 2022

7 min read

What are the different types of car loans?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What you should know about selling a financed car

Selling a car that is still under finance can be tricky, as the lender is technically the car’s owner. You may need the lender’s approval unless you can pay off the loan.

Car Loans

08 Jan, 2022

3 min read

What you should know about selling a financed car
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What’s the difference between a car lease and a hire purchase?

Are you looking for a car you can own or do you need one for a limited time? Learn the difference between a car lease and a hire purchase.

Car Loans

23 Dec, 2021

4 min read

What’s the difference between a car lease and a hire purchase?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Should you purchase your car with bank loan or dealer finance?

Buying a new car is exciting, but choosing a payment route isn’t always easy. The two most common finance options are auto loans or dealership finance. Let’s explore the differences between the two options.

Car Loans

17 Dec, 2021

3 min read

Should you purchase your car with bank loan or dealer finance?
Vidhu Bajaj

Personal Finance Writer

Is there a minimum credit score for a car loan in Australia?

In promising news for prospective buyers with a shaky credit history, there’s no fixed minimum credit score for a car loan in Australia. However, as lenders refer to your credit score to determine the risk of providing a loan to you, a lower score might make them wary of lending to you.

Car Loans

14 Dec, 2021

4 min read

Is there a minimum credit score for a car loan in Australia?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Can I get a loan against my car?

Are you planning to take out a personal loan? You may be able to get a loan using your car as security.

Car Loans

13 Dec, 2021

6 min read

Can I get a loan against my car?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Are car loans secured or unsecured debt?

Looking at purchasing a car? You may need a car loan and be wondering, is my car loan secured or unsecured debt - read this to get your answer.

Car Loans

07 Aug, 2021

3 min read

Are car loans secured or unsecured debt?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Should you consider paying cash for a car?

If you’re debating whether or not to buy a car using cash, here are a few factors you might want to consider to help you make your decision.

Car Loans

05 Aug, 2021

3 min read

Should you consider paying cash for a car?