Home Insurance

Renting out a room in your home can be beneficial in a number of ways - it can help you earn extra income to put towards household bills or mortgage payments, and it can even be a way to make use of a space that’s sitting dormant. That said, if you are considering becoming a landlord, even on a small scale, then it’s important to understand the legal requirements and the workings of the rental market, as well as how renting out a room could potentially affect your home and contents insurance. 

Mark Bristow -

09 Feb, 2024 -

5 min read

Home Insurance

If you are an Australian homeowner, you want to know that your home insurance policy has adequate coverage in the event the worst does happen. However, many Australians may actually be at risk of being underinsured.

Alex Ritchie -

21 Sep, 2023 -

5 min read

Car Insurance

Every car owned in NSW must be registered in NSW. This means you must transfer registration to NSW if you purchase a car registered out of state or under another name.

Jodie Humphries -

06 Feb, 2023 -

6 min read

Car Insurance

Car insurance NSW - Compare car insurance quotes in NSW at RateCity. If you live in NSW and are looking for the cheapest car insurance quotes, RateCity could save you hundreds on your policy.

RateCity -

11 Mar, 2009 -

1 min read

Car Insurance

Pink and blue slip inspections refer to roadworthy inspections required to register a light vehicle in NSW. Find out whether you need a pink slip or a blue slip.

Vidhu Bajaj -

12 Aug, 2022 -

4 min read

Home Loans

If your credit card debt is piling up thanks to hefty power bills, consider the recommendations of a recent report.

Home Loans

As property investors return to the market, the Gold Coast in Queensland and Newcastle in NSW, are emerging as potential hotspots for those looking at an investment loan, according to real estate mogul John McGrath.

Laine Gordon -

09 Jul, 2011 -

2 min read

Home Loans

Residents in Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong are being offered a one-off $7000 payment to uproot for a tree change as part of the NSW government's Regional Relocation Grant. But an embarrassing loophole means that you may only have to move one suburb away to cash in.

Laine Gordon -

30 Jun, 2011 -

3 min read

Energy

A dollar saved is a dollar earned, which is why you should compare energy providers in NSW to find the cheapest gas and electricity provider in the state.

Jodie Humphries -

27 Jun, 2022 -

9 min read

Energy

Seene is an embedded energy provider servicing NSW, Victoria, and Queensland. See their services to decide whether they suit your needs.

Jodie Humphries -

27 Jun, 2022 -

6 min read

Energy

Are you looking for the top energy providers in Australia? We’ve rounded up the top eight retailers for 2021 and how you can get a quote from them.

Jodie Humphries -

30 Apr, 2021 -

4 min read

Bank Accounts

If you’ve ever opened more than one bank account in the past, could you have forgotten about some money that you’ve left behind, which is still waiting to be claimed? And if you think you might have, or if you’re not quite sure, how can you go about finding these outstanding accounts and claiming this unclaimed money?

Mark Bristow -

29 Jun, 2023 -

4 min read

Bank Accounts

Are you fed up with exorbitant power bills? Rather than relying on your credit card or savings account to pay your electricity provider, consider changing your power consumption.

Bria Horne -

27 Apr, 2018 -

4 min read

Car Loans

What is Uber and why is it causing such a stir?

Car Loans

Ready to join the electric revolution? Upgrading from your petrol-powered car to an electric vehicle (EV) may seem daunting, but it may be worth it in the end when it comes to saving on fuel, as well as the positive environmental impact. Getting an idea of how much you’ll be expected to pay for an electric car is essential when it comes to working out a budget and sourcing vehicle finance.

Mark Bristow -

20 Oct, 2023 -

5 min read

Car Loans

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.

Alex Ritchie -

11 Aug, 2022 -

5 min read

Savings Accounts

How much do your kids know about money? Do they know where money comes from, what they could buy for a million dollars and are they learning how to save money? RateCity is a huge advocate of financial literacy and believe children should learn about personal finance as early as possible - starting with these adorable tiny-tots!

Laine Gordon -

03 Nov, 2014 -

2 min read

Savings Accounts

Savings tips can be a godsend during times of ever-growing debt, rising prices and economic uncertainty. But good savings tips seem few and far between, which is why we've put together a handy guide to help you save better and longer.

Savings Accounts

Saving might seem an almost impossible task in the face of constantly rising consumer prices, but mastering the art of saving is easy when you are armed with handy tips and a good online savings account.

Laine Gordon -

18 Feb, 2011 -

3 min read

Credit Cards

Australia has become the latest country targeted by international credit card skimming schemes because of its lack of protection and exposure to card skimming technology, crime authorities have discovered.

Laine Gordon -

03 Feb, 2010 -

3 min read

Credit Cards

Everyone likes to let their hair down. But is the cost of a night out, making you stay in? These five tips will let you enjoy the best of both worlds: a social life and a positive bank balance.

Credit Cards

Before signing a gym contract and charging your credit card, check the fine print and make sure any changes are noted in writing. It's not worth your savings account taking a hit!

Personal Loans

When you’re renovating your home, it can be surprising how quickly all the small costs add up. Let’s explore some of the ways you may be able to save on your renovation costs.

Alex Ritchie -

09 Sep, 2022 -

5 min read

Cryptocurrency

Currently, cryptocurrencies and cryptocurrency exchanges are legal in Australia, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple and even Dogecoin. But what legal protections are in place for crypto traders, and could that change in the future?

Alex Ritchie -

27 May, 2021 -

4 min read