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Mark Bristow Senior Financial Writer

Mark Bristow is a senior financial writer for RateCity and an experienced analyst, researcher, and producer. Working for over ten years, Mark previously wrote and researched commercial real estate at CoreLogic, and has seen articles published at Lifehacker and Business Insider, among others. Most recently, Mark has joined RateCity working across finance as a whole. Whatever the topic, Mark’s goal is always to provide simple solutions to complex problems.

Articles by Mark Bristow
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Bank Accounts

86 4000 to help customers get better energy deals

Smart bank 86 400 is offering to help its customers find a better deal on their household’s electricity, thanks to a new energy plan assessment service.

Mark Bristow
Jan 19, 2020( 2 min read )
Credit Cards

More shoppers switching from credit cards to buy now, pay later

According to a new report, buy now, pay later (BNPL) services such as Afterpay and Zip Pay are becoming more commonly accepted in Australia, while credit card usage is declining.

Mark Bristow
Jan 9, 2020( 3 min read )
Bank Accounts

What to do with unwanted Christmas gifts

They say that it’s better to give than to receive. They also say that you can’t always get what you want. Both of these sayings can be true at Christmas time.

Mark Bristow
Dec 26, 2019( 3 min read )
Bank Accounts

How to make a budget in 2020

Getting your money under control may sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. As the old saying goes, “if you can measure it, you can manage it.”

Mark Bristow
Dec 20, 2019( 8 min read )
Car Loans

Aussies buying fewer cars due to tougher lending

New research has found that fewer Aussies have been buying cars, in part due to tighter restrictions around car loans.

Mark Bristow
Nov 13, 2019( 3 min read )
Home Loans

How to build a home loan wishlist

While many Australians know what they want when they’re buying a home, far fewer have a wishlist in mind when it comes to comparing home loans.

Mark Bristow
Oct 4, 2019( 3 min read )
Bank Accounts

Credit union vs bank – what’s the difference?

If you’re looking for a new bank, there’s plenty of competition to choose from, including big banks and smaller local banks. But what about credit unions? What are the main differences between a credit union and a bank, and what are their advantages and disadvantages?

Mark Bristow
Sep 20, 2019( 3 min read )
Personal Loans

Something borrowed – personal loans for weddings

With most marriage celebrations costing in the tens of thousands of dollars, could a personal loan be a competitive option for hosting the wedding of your dreams?

Mark Bristow
Aug 21, 2019( 6 min read )
Savings Accounts

How to find a bank account that rewards you

If you want a simple way to earn a little money on your savings, what should you look for when choosing a bank account?

Mark Bristow
Aug 9, 2019( 3 min read )
Home Loans

The pros and cons of comparing fixed rate home loans

Following recent cash rate cuts from the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), many banks have slashed their home loan interest rates to new lows.

Mark Bristow
Jul 30, 2019( 3 min read )
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