Credit Score

Being mindful of your financial habits can make a big difference to how easy or hard it is to keep your credit score at the top end of the band. Here are four of the top ways to maintain or grow a good credit score:

Mark Bristow -

15 Feb, 2024 -

4 min read

Credit Score

Your credit score is an assessment of your financial responsibility. If you have a good credit score, lenders may feel more confident about lending you more money at lower interest rates. But if you have a bad credit score, you may find it harder to successfully apply for credit.

Mark Bristow -

30 Jul, 2023 -

3 min read

Credit Score

If you’ve recently been given full approval for a mortgage and have settled on your property, you may want to know when your mortgage will show up on your credit report.

Alex Ritchie -

27 Jul, 2023 -

4 min read

Home Insurance

It’s important to determine the exact amount you’ll need to be insured for to cover potential losses. Understanding the nuances of home insurance can help ensure your property and possessions are adequately protected without overpaying. 

Mark Bristow -

19 Feb, 2024 -

6 min read

Home Insurance

Fire damage is usually included in home insurance policies Australian insurers offer. If you’re worried about bushfires, consider ensuring adequate coverage.

Peter Terlato -

24 Aug, 2023 -

6 min read

Home Insurance

Age shouldn’t be a factor preventing you from living the life you want, and many seniors enjoy a comfortable life well beyond their 70s and 80s.

Mark Bristow -

05 Oct, 2023 -

3 min read

Credit Cards

Don't fall victim to identity theft

Credit Cards

Fraudsters target victims using social media

Laine Gordon -

21 Nov, 2012 -

4 min read

Credit Cards

Despite concerted efforts by banks to fight fraud, figures released in December by the Australian Payments Clearing Association (APCA) showed credit card fraud reached $210 million last financial year, up by $39 million from the previous year.

Laine Gordon -

29 Jan, 2012 -

3 min read

Car Insurance

Car insurance Victoria - If you live in Victoria you can compare several car insurance quotes from a selection of insurers at RateCity.

RateCity -

11 Mar, 2009 -

1 min read

Car Insurance

Let’s explore what your insurance may cover if your car is stolen, and you might increase your chances of having your insurance claim approved. 

Alex Ritchie -

27 Oct, 2023 -

4 min read

Car Insurance

Let’s explore the most common reasons why car insurance claims are denied, helping you steer clear of potential pitfalls.

Alex Ritchie -

23 Nov, 2023 -

4 min read

Energy

If you’re looking to reduce your energy bill, consider comparing electricity and gas providers in Victoria to find the cheapest plans in the state.

Jodie Humphries -

07 May, 2021 -

4 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

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

Home Loans

As a result of the recent interest rate increases many households are struggling to meet their home loan repayments, but is it possible to ease the burden and still get ahead?

Laine Gordon -

09 Dec, 2010 -

3 min read

Home Loans

Is it time to ditch the city for the country?

Laine Gordon -

17 Nov, 2014 -

3 min read

Home Loans

As much a part of the great Australian dream as owning your own property, retiring to a peaceful beach side town or somewhere in-land, away from the congestion of the city, is on the to-do list for many Australians.

Savings Accounts

RateCity looks into how Australians feel about their savings and why Victorians are shining over the rest of the nation. Let's face it, saving can be hard; it can sometimes feel like a vicious cycle of money going out as fast as it comes in. But the good news is that while the feeling is mutual between you and your neighbour, you can do something about it.

Laine Gordon -

11 Aug, 2010 -

3 min read

Savings Accounts

Holidaying on the beach this summer won't break the bank

Savings Accounts

RateCity has put together a list of our top 15 water saving times in time for summer.

Jodie Humphries -

26 Nov, 2015 -

3 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

Australia has some amazing capital cities _ stunning Sydney, vibrant Melbourne, charming Hobart, tropical Darwin. But the superb regional destinations often fly under the radar. If you need inspiration for your next trip, look no further than our list of five must-see regional destinations in each state.

Nick Bendel -

02 Feb, 2018 -

4 min read

Bank Accounts

How much do people spend at Christmas?

Nick Bendel -

05 Dec, 2017 -

3 min read

Car Loans

Find out everything you need to know about compulsory third-party (CTP) car insurance, including specific state-by-state information.

Nick Bendel -

15 Aug, 2017 -

1 min read

Car Loans

Before you buy a new set of wheels, it helps to explore your financing options and choose the right type of car loan to get the maximum value out of the deal. Unfortunately, there's no formula to decide which car loan is the best for you, but learning more about the available options can help you make an informed choice. 

Vidhu Bajaj -

12 May, 2023 -

4 min read

Car 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.

Georgia Brown -

28 Jun, 2022 -

4 min read

Personal Loans

Your personal loan repayments will drop with a new, lower interest rate. However, you will typically need to negotiate or refinance for a lower interest rate, as a personal loan rate may not fluctuate with the RBA's cash rate. 

Alex Ritchie -

18 Sep, 2023 -

5 min read