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Vidhu Bajaj

Personal Finance Writer

Which are the best 4WD cars in Australia?

Deciding on the best four-wheel drive (4WD) car in Australia is really based on what you need and how you’ll use it.

Car Loans

20 Oct, 2022

6 min read

Which are the best 4WD cars in Australia?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

How to pay off a car loan early?

Can you save if you pay off your car loan early? How can you manage this, and what should you look out for?

Car Loans

20 Oct, 2022

4 min read

How to pay off a car loan early?
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can you put a deposit on a car to hold it?

Some car dealers ask for deposits; others don’t. It’s up to individual car dealers to decide whether to promise to hold on to cars in exchange for deposits.

Car Loans

13 Oct, 2022

2 min read

Can you put a deposit on a car to hold it?
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

What's the most tax effective way to buy a car?

Buying a car can be a major financial commitment, so it makes sense to check how this purchase could influence the tax you pay. Depending on your financial situation and how you plan to use the car, there may be several strategies available to claim tax deductions on your car purchase. It’s important to compare the available options to work out which one may be the most tax-effective choice for you.

Car Loans

05 Oct, 2022

4 min read

What's the most tax effective way to buy a car?
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Residual value on a car lease

What is the meaning of residual value on a car lease? To help you answer this, you should better understand how to calculate it and its significance.

Car Loans

04 Oct, 2022

4 min read

Residual value on a car lease
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

How to choose a car loan

The best car loan for you may not always be obvious. Car loans from different providers may better suit some households than others by fulfilling different needs. When choosing a car loan, it’s important to compare a variety of different options so you can be confident that you’re getting the best value for your money.

Car Loans

21 Sep, 2022

5 min read

How to choose a car loan
Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Why are cars so expensive in Australia?

Most Australians are familiar with having to pay a bit more for some goods and services than they would elsewhere around the world. In the case of cars, this can be partially attributed to the higher cost of importing and manufacturing, but also to tougher regulatory and environmental conditions, as well as taxes and tariffs.

Car Loans

16 Sep, 2022

5 min read

Why are cars so expensive in Australia?
Georgia Brown

Personal Finance Editor

What is an average interest rate for a car loan?

When you’re searching for a car loan, it can be helpful to have an idea of the average interest rate charged by lenders, so you know whether the product you’re considering is competitive.

Car Loans

15 Aug, 2022

4 min read

What is an average interest rate for a car loan?
Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Can I buy a car that is still on finance?

It’s recommended that you check to see if the vehicle you intend to buy still has financing owing. So, what happens if your ideal car is still on finance? It is still possible to buy a car with financing owing, but it may take a few more steps.

Car Loans

11 Aug, 2022

5 min read

Can I buy a car that is still on finance?
Georgia Brown

Personal Finance Editor

Why use a car broker?

Much like a mortgage broker, a car loan broker is an industry expert who can help you find a vehicle finance option that suits your financial needs.

Car Loans

29 Jul, 2022

3 min read

Why use a car broker?
Georgia Brown

Personal Finance Editor

What are the on-road costs for a new car?

Buying a new car can be a big financial commitment that requires careful budgeting. Make sure you’re prepared for all the associated expenses by factoring in unavoidable on-road costs.

Car Loans

29 Jul, 2022

4 min read

What are the on-road costs for a new car?
Georgia Brown

Personal Finance Editor

How to save for your first car

Buying your first car is an exciting milestone, but it can also be an expensive endeavour that may require some forward planning.

Car Loans

27 Jul, 2022

4 min read

How to save for your first car