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Stephen Zeller

As our General Manager of Money, Stephen Zeller is Compare the Market’s resident expert in everything banking. With more than 30 years’ experience in the financial services industry, Stephen knows that knowledge is power when it comes to one’s finances, and is passionate about helping Australians find the best products possible.

Stephen has more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, and is an Allied Member of the Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF) and helps review general insurance content on Compare the Market to ensure it accurately breaks down complex insurance topics.

Stories by Stephen Zeller

a family with a baby spending time with grandparents in backyard

27 Apr 2026 10:47

New survey reveals 34% of Australians need the bank of mum and dad to buy a house

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

A new survey by Compare the Market finds that 34% of Australians say they need financial help from parents or grandparents to buy a house. Check out the results here.

carpenter building a house

21 Apr 2026 14:53

Building vs buying a house: What’s cheaper?

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Analysis by Compare the Market finds the difference between the cost of building a house vs the cost of buying, to see which cities have the biggest difference.

Coastal house overlooking rocky shoreline and ocean at sunset, with warm light reflecting on the water.

13 Apr 2026 12:16

Global index ranks Australia among the best countries for holiday homes

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Australia has been named the second-best country in the world for a holiday home destination, according to new research from the home loan experts at Compare the Market.

Family with accidental death insurance play on beach

10 Feb 2026 13:50

Australian cities some of the best in the world to raise a family

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

New data by Compare the Market finds Australian cities are some of the best in the world to raise a family.

Woman getting storm update during blackout

19 Dec 2025 10:00

Australia falls short on safety for single women

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

New data by Compare the Market finds Australia falls short in a list of 32 nations for women's liveability, based on six different factors, with safety a major concern.

19 Jun 2025 10:33

Backyards and Bedrooms: What makes an Aussie dream home?

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

What do people really want in a home? Find out which home features buyers want most – and which ones they can live without.

2 Jun 2025 10:35

Australians prefer space over city living

Written by Lachlan Moore, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

What home amenities are people prepared to give up for city living? In this survey, Compare the Market AU finds out.

Construction workers plastering a wall.

20 May 2025 11:03

Australian cities see the biggest annual jump in construction costs across the globe

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Compare the Market finds Australian cities had the biggest increase to construction costs from 2024 to 2025 across the world. Read more here.

22 Apr 2025 10:00

Brisbane retains top spot in best cost-of-living cities 2025 index

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Brisbane continues to be the second-most cost-effective city to live in globally, according to a new index by Compare the Market.

3 Mar 2025 11:40

How far do you have to go to find affordable house prices in Australia?

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

There are plenty of affordable options are out there, if you’re willing to move from the big cities.

couple arguing over household bills

6 Feb 2025 10:12

The biggest regrets of Australian homebuyers revealed

Written by James McCay, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Almost 40% of homeowners have regrets about the house they bought, new data shows.

6 Jan 2025 11:28

Brisbane named one of the best cost-of-living cities

Written by Henry Man, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

A new index by Compare the Market has found Brisbane is the second-most cost-effective city to live in globally.

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