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Natasha Innes

Natasha Innes is a Media and Communications Advisor at Compare The Market. Natasha joins us after working as a journalist at the Courier Mail and Seven News. She graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a dual degree in Business and Journalism majoring in Public Relations.

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Stories by Natasha Innes

18 Apr 2024 13:34

Buying off the plan: What you need to know

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Supply chain disruptions and rising material costs have sent a plethora of building companies bust – so is buying off the plan still safe?

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11 Apr 2024 08:23

To fix or not to fix your home loan? David Koch weighs in

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

The tide is turning on fixed rates with a growing number of lenders announcing reduced rates for fixed term loans.

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8 Apr 2024 13:27

The one move that could increase your borrowing power by $71,000

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Aspiring first home buyers could improve their borrowing power by $71,000 by getting rid of their credit card.

26 Mar 2024 08:36

Due diligence down the drain: 30% of Aussies don’t do any checks before buying property

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Homebuyers are risking tens of thousands of dollars in repair bills by skipping vital checks and inspections, according to Compare the Market property expert Andrew Winter who has called for greater transparency.

19 Mar 2024 13:30

New escape route from ‘mortgage prison’ could soon be unlocked

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

With the Reserve Bank keeping the cash rate on hold, mortgage holders could find a new escape route from 'mortgage prison' if they hold on a little bit longer.

couple saving money amid cost-of-living crisis

28 Feb 2024 13:17

Love don’t cost a thing? Millennials fork out double what the average couple spends for Valentine’s Day

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Chris Ford

As it turns out, inflation can't kill love – According to new research from Compare the Market, the average adult Australian will spend $162 on their significant other this Valentine's Day.

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28 Feb 2024 13:10

Kochie on why we should check our bank account every day

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Compare the Market is warning that millions of Australians may not be aware of fraudulent activity on their bank account, with new research revealing that more than half of Aussies don’t keep a close eye on their finances.

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6 Feb 2024 13:39

‘Enough is enough’: Kochie urges change to mortgage process as RBA keep the cash rate on hold

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Koch has urged the government to prioritise reforms that could help homeowners save money on their mortgage.

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2 Feb 2024 12:51

Fighting with the family: A third of Aussies arguing with loved ones over money

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Holidays are meant to be the most cheerful time of year, but according to a recent Compare the Market survey, 38.3% of Australians are arguing with their loved ones over the rising cost of household bills.

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30 Jan 2024 09:03

A nation of financial cheaters: The money secrets we keep from our partners

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Have you ever lied to your partner about how much something cost or kept a financial secret from them? You’re not the only one, with new research revealing we’re a nation of financial cheaters.

30 Jan 2024 08:58

“Unnecessary debt” to be treated with caution as interest rates climb, Kochie warns

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Debt consolidation has become the ultimate hangover cure for binge spending over Christmas according to Compare the Market’s Economic Director David Koch, as Aussies work to crunch over $18 billion in credit card balances accruing interest.

30 Jan 2024 08:53

Renovation nation: 52% of homeowners plan to spruce up their digs next year

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Rising costs have not deterred more than half of Australian homeowners planning renovations and home improvements, with new Compare the Market research showing small, low-budget upgrades remain popular.*

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