472 articles written by Alex Ritchie

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Car Loans

Can I buy a car that is still on finance?

It’s recommended that you check to see if the vehicle you intend to buy still has financing owing. So, what happens if your ideal car is still on finance? It is still possible to buy a car with financing owing, but it may take a few more steps.

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Credit Cards

Travel to Rome return with frequent flyer points on sign up from these credit cards

Attention travellers and points chasers: In August, there are 17 credit cards offering bulk sum Qantas frequent flyer points on sign up to take you from Sydney to Perth, or even to sunny Bali or Honolulu.

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Credit Cards

Credit cards offering the biggest bulk points offers on sign up in August

If you’re on the hunt for the credit cards with the biggest bulk points on sign up, RateCity has compiled a list of competitive options from leading credit card issuers in Australia.

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Home Loans

Over 20 lenders have hiked home loan interest rates: is your bank on the list?

Several lenders have announced they are passing on the latest RBA cash rate hike in full to customers. Homeowners may wonder how much this latest increase will hurt their household budgets, and if they can reduce the impact of higher rates?

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Home Loans

The pros and cons of negative gearing: how does it impact the housing market?

You’re likely familiar with the benefits and risks of negative gearing for investors. But how does negative gearing impact the overall housing market? And could it be hurting property prices?

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Car Loans

New EV model set to hit Australian shores: compare top-rated green car loans in August

A new lower-priced EV may be hitting Australian shores soon, and the ACT bans petrol car sales by 2035. Now may be the time to consider comparing your financing options for eco-friendly vehicles.

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Home Insurance

Do you live in an apartment? Here's what's covered under strata insurance

Homeowners and would-be buyers should familiarise themselves with what exactly is covered under strata insurance to mitigate the risk of gaps in your personal insurance coverage.

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Credit Cards

With flight prices so high, is now the time to get a rewards credit card?

When plane tickets are more expensive, it may be worth considering if a rewards card could get you to the skies faster (and with additional travel perks).

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Home Loans

Up Bank launches home loans: here's what you need to know

Up Bank has announced it is entering the home loan market, joining the growing number of digital home loan lenders in Australia. Explore how this new loan compares and the benefits and risks of a digital bank.

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Car Loans

ACT to ban sale of petrol cars by 2035: is Australia ready to embrace electric vehicles?

The ACT will ban the sale of new petrol cars from 2035. But with several pressure points stopping Australians from switching to electric vehicles, will Australia be ready to embrace eco-friendly cars?