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Mar
20
2023

Who’s telling the tooth? New survey reveals the state most likely to neglect oral hygiene

Root canals, tooth decay, fillings, plaque and dentures: These words are enough to make your skin crawl, but alarmingly, new research from Compare the Market reveals that a staggering number of Australians haven’t been to the dentist in more than a year. Monday 20 March is World Oral Health Day and new findings from the […]

Mar
08
2023

Women more likely to feel the pain of cost-of-living pressure, new research shows

While all Australians are feeling the cost-of-living crisis, new research has revealed that more women are feeling the stress of higher prices than men. New Compare the Market research reveals that 93.10% of women have been shocked by rising bills over the last three months, compared to 78.9% of men.* In fact, nearly 80% of […]

Mar
06
2023

Could falling property prices trap mortgage owners in negative equity prison?

After Australia’s home values suffered through their largest and fastest fall on record, the threat of negative equity is undoubtedly keeping many borrowers up at night. Especially considering the nation experienced an 8.4% decline in property prices since the peak in June last year. If property prices were to fall a further 10%, the RBA […]

Mar
06
2023

The alternative ways you could lower your pet’s medical bills

Compare the Market is encouraging pet owners to make the most of vet initiatives designed to keep their pets healthy and reduce veterinary expenses. A range of new services have been rolled out in recent times, which are designed to complement pet insurance, provide timely health care for your dog or cat, and also leave […]

Feb
28
2023

Out-of-cycle electricity price hike to shock Aussies – how to know if you’re affected

Millions of Australian households are about to be dealt another blow amid the worsening cost-of-living crisis, with a major electricity retailer increasing their prices from 1 March. EnergyAustralia, which provides electricity and gas to 2.4 million households and businesses in Australia, has indicated that prices will increase by up to 14.1% for those on variable […]

Feb
27
2023

Household savings tips for those who can’t borrow from the Bank of Mum and Dad

More than half of renters have been slapped with an increase in their rent over the last 12 months, impacting Aussies who are already doing it tough. According to Compare the Market’s recent research, the average monthly rent increased by $161 in the last 12 months, meaning the average renter is forking out an additional […]

Feb
21
2023

Single Tax: Price hikes for not being in a relationship

If being single on Valentine’s Day didn’t suck enough, new research from Compare the Market shows just how much more singletons fork out compared to those in relationships. Between rate rises and soaring costs across the board, the financial strain of living without a partner has become an expensive and debilitating burden for the 24% of […]

Feb
20
2023

It’ll soon be easier to know if there’s a better deal from your energy retailer

More Australian gas and electricity retailers will soon be forced to let customers know if there are better deals available, with Compare the Market welcoming new law changes from the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). Under an amendment to the AER’s Better Bills Guideline, which will come into effect on 30 September, retailers will be required to […]

Feb
15
2023

Household bills causing fights for a quarter of Aussies, new research shows

While the cost-of-living crisis continues to hurt the hip pocket, a new survey from Compare the Market shows it’s also significantly impacting our relationships. Research conducted by the comparison website found that nearly one in four Australians (23%) admit to arguing with the people they live with over the rising cost of household bills. Females […]

Feb
13
2023

Why the latest rate rise could be bad news for renters

While homeowners are dealing with the ninth consecutive cash rate rise since May last year, Compare the Market warns that renters could also feel the brunt of the RBA’s latest 25 basis point increase. Mortgage repayments have increased dramatically for homeowners across the country and in many cases, landlords are passing these costs onto their […]

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