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Georgia Brown

Personal Finance Editor

Does your credit score affect your car loan application?

If you’re getting ready to apply for a car loan, you may be wondering how much of an impact your credit score could have on the success of your application.

Car Loans

08 Jul, 2022

4 min read

Does your credit score affect your car loan application?
Georgia Brown

Personal Finance Editor

Complete state by state guide to EV rebates and green loans

With exorbitant petrol prices continuing to contribute to the rising cost of living, it’s safe to say you’re not alone in wanting to explore your electric vehicle options.

Car Loans

28 Jun, 2022

4 min read

Complete state by state guide to EV rebates and green loans
Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Is EOFY actually a good time to buy a car?

EOFY can be a great time to buy a car because dealerships offer discounted prices to buyers, thanks to stocktake sales in June to boost EOFY sales results and get rid of old stock.

Car Loans

24 Jun, 2022

4 min read

Is EOFY actually a good time to buy a car?
Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

What are the cheapest electric vehicles in Australia?

There are a range of EVs shaking up the market for under $60,000 drive-away. With more makers joining in the sustainable vehicle space, there is a growing range of more affordable electric vehicles.

Car Loans

23 Jun, 2022

4 min read

What are the cheapest electric vehicles in Australia?
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can you have more than one car loan at the same time?

If you’re thinking of turning your home into a two-car household, you may need finance to afford that second set of wheels. But is it possible to hold two or more car loans at once, and what effects could this have on your finances?

Car Loans

16 Jun, 2022

4 min read

Can you have more than one car loan at the same time?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How much money can I borrow for a car loan?

Like with any loan, how much you’re approved to borrow with a car loan depends on your income, expenses, and credit habits.

Car Loans

03 Jun, 2022

5 min read

How much money can I borrow for a car loan?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Can’t afford your car payments? Here’s what you need to know

Read on to know what happens if you are unable to make car payments, the options you have in such circumstances and how you can stop paying car loan together.

Car Loans

23 May, 2022

5 min read

Can’t afford your car payments? Here’s what you need to know
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What are some alternatives to buying a car?

If you’re looking for some alternatives to buying a car, your options include carpooling, car subscriptions, ride-sharing, public transport, and more. Find out more about these options.

Car Loans

22 Mar, 2022

5 min read

What are some alternatives to buying a car?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What happens at the end of a novated lease?

A novated lease allows you to pay for a car with your pre-tax dollars. However, you don’t automatically own the car at the end of the lease. Learn more about what happens at the end of a novated lease.

Car Loans

21 Mar, 2022

5 min read

What happens at the end of a novated lease?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Leasing vs buying a car in Australia: Which should you choose?

Wondering if you need to own a car, or if leasing one serves your purposes? Discover which option makes more sense to you financially.

Car Loans

28 Feb, 2022

4 min read

Leasing vs buying a car in Australia: Which should you choose?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What are the different types of car loans?

When you need a loan to buy a car, different types of car loans are available, and what you choose will affect your financial planning. 

Car Loans

25 Feb, 2022

7 min read

What are the different types of car loans?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What you should know about selling a financed car

Selling a car that is still under finance can be tricky, as the lender is technically the car’s owner. You may need the lender’s approval unless you can pay off the loan.

Car Loans

08 Jan, 2022

3 min read

What you should know about selling a financed car