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.

561 articles written by Jodie Humphries

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Energy

Compare energy providers in Queensland to get the best electricity and gas deals

Households and businesses located in Queensland have many options for electricity and gas suppliers. Compare energy plans in QLD to find the right deal for you. 

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Home Loans

What are reverse mortgage tax obligations?

If you’re over 60 and looking for an additional line of credit, you may want to consider a reverse mortgage. But what are your reverse mortgage tax implications? 

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Energy

How much electricity does a business use and how can you reduce it?

To reduce your energy intake first, you need to know how much you use. You can also compare your businesses energy usage against the average to see how much to reduce it.

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Energy

How to switch energy providers if you have a smart meter

Are you looking to switch your energy provider with a smart meter? Read on to find out how the process works.

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Home Loans

How do you pay back a reverse mortgage loan?

A reverse mortgage is a popular option for retirees who own homes. Keep reading to learn how to pay back a reverse mortgage loan.  

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Home Loans

What you need to know about terminating a reverse mortgage

If you’re considering taking out a reverse mortgage or have applied for one, you need to know how to terminate the arrangement if it doesn’t work for you. There are a few different ways to do this.

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Cryptocurrency

How to start buying Bitcoin in Australia

Cryptocurrency is a big area, but the real money may be in Bitcoin, even as other investments lose their appeal. How do you even get started buying bitcoin in Australia? 

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Energy

What happens if I switch energy suppliers with a credit default?

Energy suppliers can ask to check your credit history when considering your application, but they cannot turn down your application entirely.

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Energy

How to get gas and electricity when moving into your first home

If you’re renting or buying a home for the first time, you’ll need to find and connect electricity and gas for your property. It’s best if you do this for when you move in, but how is it done? Find out.

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Energy

How much gas and electricity can I claim on tax?

If you work from home, you could claim deductions against gas and electricity used for heating, cooling and lighting. But how much gas and electricity can you claim on tax?