Jodie Humphries

Paying off your mortgage vs investing

Should you pay off your mortgage or put more money into other investments? Explore the options before making your decision.

What should be on your home loan checklist?

Do you know your offset option from your redraw facility? Home loans come with so many features that it can be confusing to get your head around what you will need and what you can live without, particularly if you are a first home buyer.

What are the conditions of release for your super?

Superannuation’s primary purpose is to ensure a comfortable post-work lifestyle, which is why the rules associated with how and when you can access your super are stringent.

Understanding capped price servicing

Capped price servicing offers transparency to the service pricing when returning your vehicle for regular maintenance. Find out how it works.

Amex vs Mastercard

Tossing up between an Amex or Mastercard credit card? You’ve come to the right place. In this article we break down the differences between both, so you can work out which one is best for you.

Short-term investments: What you need to know

Interested in investing but don’t want to lock away your money for the long haul? Short-term investments could be the solution.

What are capped rate home loans?

Capped rate home loans provide extra security of a variable interest rate without locking in a fixed rate. You can be rewarded by capped rate home loans if the variable rate is reduced so your repayments will be less money.

Guide to buying a rental property with a home equity loan

If you’re considering buying a rental property, you could use the equity in your own home to secure a loan. Learn more about how to plan before you do this.

Is using a car insurance broker worth it?

Getting the right car insurance can help with the premium cost and ensure you’re properly covered. But how do you choose? Car insurance brokers can help.

What happens if you trade in a financed car?

Having an outstanding car loan on your vehicle means the lender has a legal right to it, which can make it more challenging to sell. But you may be able to trade in your vehicle while it’s still financed.