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

How to find a good lender for a mortgage?

Finding the right home loan provider can be as important as finding the right house. Here’s how to check if you’ve found a good mortgage lender.

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Home Loans

$100k home loan cashback on offer thanks to Athena competition

Online lender, Athena, is offering new and existing customers the chance to win a history-making cashback offer of $100,000 towards their mortgage.

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Car Loans

Are car loans secured or unsecured debt?

Looking at purchasing a car? You may need a car loan and be wondering, is my car loan secured or unsecured debt - read this to get your answer.

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Car Loans

Should you consider paying cash for a car?

If you’re debating whether or not to buy a car using cash, here are a few factors you might want to consider to help you make your decision.

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Personal Loans

Can I use a personal loan to buy a car?

If you’re getting a loan to purchase a new set of wheels, a car loan is not your only option. You can also use a personal loan to finance your purchase. So what’s the difference between the two, and why would you choose one over the other? Let’s find out.

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Credit Score

Can you get a business loan with a bad credit history?

If you have a low or poor credit score, you may find getting a business loan tough. Find out how you can improve your chances of getting approved for the loan.

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Car Loans

How to prevent vehicle repossession in Australia

If you take out a car loan and find it difficult to repay, you may face the threat of having the car repossessed by the lender. Find out how you can prevent this or get your repossessed car back.

What are commercial mortgage rates?
Home Loans

What are commercial mortgage rates?

If you need funds for your business and own a property that you can offer as security, you may be able to take out a commercial mortgage. Find out what commercial mortgage rates you may be offered.

Hatchback vs sedan: Which should I choose?
Car Loans

Hatchback vs sedan: Which should I choose?

If you’re in the market for a car and can’t decide what type of vehicle will suit you, it’s a good idea to compare the pros and cons of a hatchback vs a sedan.

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Home Loans

What are the alternatives to reverse mortgages in Australia?

As a retired Aussie, you might be considering a reverse mortgage. A reverse mortgage can be used to meet expenses after retirement by tapping into the equity in your home.