871 articles written by Alex Ritchie

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Credit Cards

Can I pay my credit card bill with PayPal?

Unfortunately, it is not possible to use PayPal directly to pay for a credit card bill. You can use the PayPal balance to transfer money to your Australian bank account, and then pay your credit card bill with these funds. 

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Home Loans

RBA expects property prices may fall by 20%: the rising risk of mortgage prison

National property prices could fall by as much as 20% off the back of the cash rate increases, according to the Reserve Bank of Australia, in documents released under Freedom of Information.

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Credit Cards

How do you apply for a credit card? The application process explained

It is important to shop around before you apply for a credit card to ensure you get a card that suits your spending habits. Here are some tips to help you find a card that's right for your needs.

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Home Loans

Who hiked interest rates October so far?

Last week, the RBA hiked the cash rate to 2.60%, the sixth consecutive monthly increase since May 2022. Millions of Australian homeowners may be curious to know when their bank may be passing this rate change on to them. 

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Credit Cards

Credit cards with bonus frequent flyer points to take you from LA to London in October

Daydreaming of a holiday? A credit card with bonus frequent flyer points on sign up may help make your dream a reality – if you know where to look.

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Credit Cards

Earn 300k bonus points on sign up with October’s top credit cards

Attention points chasers: this month, there are up to 300,000 bonus credit card points on offer for those who know where to look. In October, there are ten credit cards offering six-figure bulk points bonuses on sign up.

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Home Loans

You might qualify for a LMI waiver - but you'll have to be a doctor or an accountant

In Australia, some professionals can qualify to have LMI waived – but they may not be the borrowers you expect. RateCity research shows that the major banks offer a LMI waiver for medical and legal professionals.

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Home Loans

The biggest home loan cashback deals on offer in October for refinancers and new purchases

This month, there are 32 cash back deals on offer for refinancers, with six available for new purchases, ranging anywhere from $1,500 to $10,000, depending on the value of the property.

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Home Loans

Ditching stamp duty for a property tax? Everything you need to know about First Home Buyer Choice

Let's explore how First Home Buyer Choice works, and whether first home buyers are better off paying for stamp duty or the annual property tax.

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Car Loans

Petrol prices are on the rise: how an Electric Vehicle could save you money this October

Petrol prices are officially set to soar again following the end of the fuel excise tax cut for Australian drivers of petrol cars. So, it may be worth considering the long-term benefits of electric vehicles.