Jodie Humphries

How can the NBN benefit your business?

A speedier internet connection can make life easier for businesses, as it can make completing day-to-day tasks simpler and more efficient. Discover the key benefits of the technology and how NBN could benefit your business.

Your guide to parental leave and superannuation

See how your superannuation is affected when you take parental leave. Also, learn how to minimise the impact of the leave on your superannuation fund balance.

What is a bad credit score and how does it affect you?

A bad credit score can make it challenging for you to be approved as a borrower, but you can work towards getting a better score.

What you should know before buying a property below market value

You may get lucky when buying a house and be able to make a favourable purchase, buying the property below market value. But how do lenders look at such deals? 

Understanding family guarantee home loans

A family deposit mortgage allows your parents or close relatives to act as your guarantor to secure a home loan. The family guarantee home loan can work both ways, meaning your parents can become your guarantor, or you can become a guarantor for your parents.

What rights and responsibilities does a mortgage guarantor have?

Before you agree to become a guarantor on a home loan, be sure to check the loan terms and the borrower’s financial circumstances to avoid potential pitfalls.

What is the difference between a home equity loan and a personal loan?

Which is the better choice between a home equity loan and a personal loan in the case of a financial emergency? Let us help you decide.

What are the different types of interest?

Depending on the financial product, you could be paid or charged either simple interest or compound interest. Ask your bank about how interest is calculated on your accounts.

What is the sole purpose test for an SMSF?

The Sole Purpose Test is designed to ensure that each action undertaken by a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) is for the sole purpose of providing retirement benefits to the trustees.

How to use & redeem Velocity Frequent Flyer points | RateCity

A brief overview of how you can redeem your Virgin Velocity Frequent Flyer points for flights, travel, wine or retail. Plus, there's no joining fee for becoming a member of the Velocity Frequent Flyer program.