871 articles written by Alex Ritchie

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Home Insurance

Is all the rain in Sydney and broader NSW costing you money?

From outbreaks of mould, to pothole damages and the humble cup of coffee, there are several ways that the recent heavy rain is costing everyday Australians more money.

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Home Loans

Property prices drop in 40% of Sydney suburbs: is now the time to buy?

The value of dwellings in around 40% of Sydney suburbs has fallen in the first three months of the year, according to data from CoreLogic. But is now the right time to purchase property?

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Home Loans

How to understand a home loan comparison rate

When comparing home loans, you should always compare the comparison rate rather than the advertised interest rate. The comparison interest rate calculates the average rate, including any ongoing or upfront fees, over the life of the home loan.

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Home Loans

Be your own broker: five tools to make your home loan comparison easier

RateCity’s home loan comparison tools can help you find and sort through some of the best mortgage market rates from Australia’s leading banks and lenders.

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Credit Cards

Get return flights to Europe with bonus frequent flyer points from these credit cards: April 2022

There are a number of credit cards in April offering bulk frequent flyer points on sign up that could take you around Australia or as far as Europe return, depending on your eligibility.

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Credit Cards

Biggest bonus points offers: top credit card points offers in April

RateCity research has found the credit cards offering the most bonus points on sign up in April, including bulk points on sign up as high as 200,000 points available.

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Home Loans

How to make your own Australian home loan comparison

Home loans are undoubtedly one of the biggest investments most of us make in our lives, so it's easy to be lulled in with great looking introductory deals. But as well as being the biggest investment, it's also the longest investment so it's important to compare the long-term benefits of home loan types like fixed and variable.

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Home Loans

From Northern Beaches to Inner Sydney: suburbs with falling property prices revealed

There are several sought-after suburbs where property values have already begun to fall, including in the Northern Beaches and inner Sydney. So, why are property prices on the decline?

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Home Loans

Home loan cashback deals up to $6,000 for April 2022

Cashback deals are one of the competitive options available that some homeowners may want to prioritise in their comparison, as they can sweeten the deal. Let’s explore the cashback deals for home loans on offer for April 2022.

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Credit Cards

Travel is back for Australians: which credit card is best for your travel plans?

Travel is back on the cards for many Australians, and there are a range of credit cards offering travel rewards and frequent flyer perks for those willing to compare their options.