Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Jodie Humphries is an experienced Personal & Home Finances Editor for RateCity with expertise in financial topics, including credit, loans, superannuation, mortgage and housing, insurance, telecommunications, and more. For over a decade, Jodie's journalism and editing career has seen work published at both Finder and Sharesight, and as one of RateCity's chief contributors, Jodie spends her time working on ways to make personal finances within reach of everyone in Australia.

627 articles written by Jodie Humphries

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Home Loans

What happens to my mortgage if I file for bankruptcy?

You may have several questions in your mind while considering filing for bankruptcy, especially if you’re married. Understanding the legal and financial implications of this decision is important to ensure you take the most appropriate steps to manage your situation.

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Superannuation

What is the SMSF Association?

The SMSF Association represents the self-managed super fund sector of Australia. The association works to enhance the knowledge of SMSF professionals and trustees and advocates for the sector in discussions with various stakeholders.

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Home Loans

What is mortgage protection insurance?

Your home mortgage is typically your biggest debt obligation, so if you’re worried about how you’ll manage repayments if your income stops, you might want to consider buying mortgage protection insurance.

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Home Loans

What is an off market property sale and should you consider it?

There are a number of ways to buy a property, and each method has its pros and cons. While most people are aware of private treaty sales and auctions, not many know about unlisted or off market properties that might offer the benefit of exclusivity or reduced competition.

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Home Loans

What is the difference between a gift of equity and a gifted deposit?

A gifted deposit and a gift of equity are based on similar concepts, but different regulations govern them. See which one is best suited for which situations.

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NBN Plans

How to choose an NBN provider

NBN, short for National Broadband Network, is an Australia-wide internet infrastructure. Introduced in 2011 by the Federal Government to provide a faster, more reliable internet connection to residents, by January 2022 12.1 million Australian homes and businesses were able to connect to the NBN with a plan that suits them.

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NBN Plans

What NBN speed do I need?

NBN speed is calculated in megabytes per second (Mbps). This is a universal measurement of how fast data travels along the network and an indicator of the maximum downloadable speed.

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Home Loans

What can you do if your co-owner is not paying the mortgage?

Co-owning property with someone has many benefits but also comes with risks. Find out how you can deal with the situation when your co-owner is not paying the mortgage.

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Home Loans

How to Buy Somone Out of a House Mortgage - RateCity

Buying your partner out of a joint mortgage can depend on whether you are joint tenants or tenants in common, and on whether you can afford the house on your own.

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Home Loans

How can I get a home loan with no deposit and no guarantor?

Few lenders will offer you a home loan with no deposit and no guarantor, and you may have to pay Lender’s Mortgage Insurance (LMI) in such a case. Remember to check the loan conditions.