Home Loans

Fixed or variable? Crunch the numbers

Laine Gordon -

06 Oct, 2011 -

3 min read

Home Loans

Whether you are considering selling your property, or trying to maximise your return on investment through lifting your rental income, increasing the value of your home is a worthwhile endeavour. 

Alex Ritchie -

24 Oct, 2023 -

3 min read

Home Loans

Buying a new home is one of the most stressful things you can do. Doing it while trying to sell your current home at the same time amplifies the stress _ and the risk.

Credit Cards

Here is everything you need to know about how credit card points can be limited and even removed by your card provider.

Alex Ritchie -

01 Sep, 2023 -

4 min read

Credit Cards

Choosing a credit card can sometimes be an overwhelming challenge, especially when there are so many cards on the market. So how do you know which one is perfect for you? RateCity gives you some tips on choosing the right card to suit your way of life.

Laine Gordon -

21 Apr, 2010 -

3 min read

Credit Cards

The most beneficial credit card for you may not be ideal for another person. There are a variety of factors that can influence which frequent flyer credit card you choose. It’s sensible to consider how you’ll want to spend your points to determine the card you select.

Peter Terlato -

18 Apr, 2023 -

5 min read

Car Insurance

RateCity's consumer advocate, Michelle Hutchison, speaks to Sir Richard Branson on risky driving, record-breaking water cars and keeping insurance companies on their toes.

Laine Gordon -

14 Sep, 2010 -

3 min read

Car Insurance

Next time you think about swinging into a car park, be sure not to take it too wide! Unlike South Korea, Australia doesn't have female-only parks.

Savings Accounts

RateCity looks at whether men are really better at saving money in comparison to women and shows you tips on how to save no matter what you earn.

Laine Gordon -

16 Jun, 2010 -

4 min read

Savings Accounts

The beginning of a new financial year allows you to make a fresh start on your finances. Try these financial resolutions this year.

Savings Accounts

Planning to start a family is a massive financial commitment and shouldn't be taken lightly. Will you be ready when the time comes?

Energy

Keeping track of your power factor, which is a measure of the efficient use of electricity, may help your business save on electricity costs.

Jodie Humphries -

26 Dec, 2021 -

4 min read

Superannuation

When you’re looking for a superannuation fund, you will find various types. How do industry super vs retail funds compare and which will suit you better?

Jodie Humphries -

19 Jan, 2023 -

4 min read

Superannuation

How much super do I need?

Laine Gordon -

12 Nov, 2014 -

3 min read

Superannuation

Alarming findings from the 2015 Stockspot Fat Cat Fund Report have estimated that 50 per cent of Australians under the age of 40 who are currently with a 'Fat Cat' superannuation fund won't have enough money to fund their own retirement.

Investment Funds

In finance, a privately-held start-up company is considered a “unicorn” if it’s valued at over $1 billion. Investors often go hunting for unicorns to benefit from their success.

Mark Bristow -

22 Jul, 2022 -

2 min read

Car Loans

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.

Jodie Humphries -

28 Jul, 2021 -

3 min read

Bank Accounts

The pink tax refers to the phenomenon of gendered pricing. That is for items targeted or marketed towards women having a higher cost than comparable products targeted towards men. And it is still a common occurrence in Australia.

Alex Ritchie -

08 Mar, 2022 -

5 min read