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Phillip Portman

When he’s not busy writing, Phillip can usually be found at the movies, playing with his Italian Greyhound Wilma, hanging out with his cockatiel Tiki, or talking about everything pop culture. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism and has previously written about health, entertainment, and lifestyle for various publications. Phillip loves to help others and hopes that people learn something new from his articles.

phillip.portman@comparethemarket.com.au

Stories by Phillip Portman

1 Sep 2023 10:36

Don’t get royally ripped off: New analysis shows showbags won’t always save you at this year’s Adelaide Show

Written by Phillip Portman

There are ways to save at this year's Adelaide Show.

1 Sep 2023 08:57

Over half of Millennials have fought over money in the past 3 months

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Phillip Portman

Research from Compare the Market has found that over half (51.1%) of Millennials have argued about money with their partner or family in the past 3 months.

23 Aug 2023 10:13

Nearly 2 million Aussies are about to be hit with a health insurance price hike

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Lana Hambilton

From 1 September, some members will see their health insurance premiums increase by an average of 3.33%.

22 Aug 2023 11:51

No need for speed: Queensland’s dirty driving habits exposed in new survey

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

The dirty driving habits of Queensland motorists have been exposed in a new survey.

8 Aug 2023 10:09

Royal rip-off or bang for your buck? New analysis busts Ekka showbag myth

Written by Phillip Portman

Your dollar may stretch further in the showbag pavilion at the 2023 Ekka.

2 Aug 2023 12:01

Zoomers the most likely to be dissatisfied with their pay rise, new study shows

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

Gen Z was the generation most likely to be dissatisfied with a boost to their pay packet over the past 12 months.

25 Jul 2023 13:34

A third of Aussies turning to social media to help make financial decisions, new Compare the Market report finds

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Results from the Household Budget Barometer show that an increasing number of people turn to the web for financial advice.

19 Jul 2023 08:56

Health appointments, beauty treatments and car services face the chop as Aussies tighten spending

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Noémi Hadnagy

The latest findings from Compare the Market found the number of people cutting back on health appointments jumped to 21.6% in 2023.

4 Jul 2023 14:35

Borrowers spared another rate rise but relief could be short-lived, experts warn

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Borrowers groaning under the weight of engorged repayments have been spared a rate rise this month, but experts warn it's not time to be complacent with future hikes predicted.

29 Jun 2023 13:57

Nearly 1 in 5 Aussies say they can’t get solar – how to claw back power costs this winter

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

new research from Compare the Market has revealed that nearly a fifth of Aussies can’t get solar at their property.

26 Jun 2023 13:42

Rising grocery costs having the biggest impact on budget for a third of Aussies

Written by Phillip Portman

Many Australians say that rising grocery bills are having the biggest impact on their budget.

14 Jun 2023 09:00

15% of Aussies have no money in their emergency fund, new survey finds

Written by Phillip Portman

New research from Compare the Market reveals many households have no money saved for a rainy day.

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