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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.

5 Apr 2024 10:35

Aussies put brakes on car cover as premium costs accelerate

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by David Koch

Compare the Market research has found that 17.4% said they ditched cover due to rising premiums, not seeing the value in cover or their vehicle not being worth enough.

28 Mar 2024 14:40

The tasty treats that could turn your Easter into a dog’s breakfast

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

They're sweet for humans, but could be extremely harmful for pets.

28 Mar 2024 14:35

Heading away for Easter? Here’s how petrol prices are tracking for the long

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

Prices may not be as high at the bowser this year.

26 Mar 2024 15:46

Health insurance D-Day is fast approaching, but more than half with private health don’t know how much their premiums will rise

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

More than half of those with private health don’t know if their premiums could increase on 1 April.

26 Mar 2024 09:25

Cost of living crunch continues to take a bite out of the shopping trolley

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Phillip Portman

The latest research from Compare the Market has revealed that on average, Aussies are spending $193 on their weekly grocery haul.

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.

19 Mar 2024 10:00

‘What we’ve been waiting for’: Energy regulator forecasts decrease in electricity prices from 1 July, but not everyone is a winner

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Meredith O'Brien

The Australian Energy Regulatory has released it's draft determination for energy prices for 2024-25, but not everyone is a winner.

14 Mar 2024 15:56

The cheapest days to hop on a plane to see family this Easter

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Catriona Rowntree

Compare the Market has analysed the cheapest single one-way flights from Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne and found that the cheapest flights this Easter period.

13 Mar 2024 10:23

Australian economy staggering along + how to fight the increase in private health insurance premiums

Written by David Koch

Kochie shares his latest financial insights and thoughts with Compare the Market.

13 Mar 2024 10:12

More than 1 in 5 Aussies may be missing out on savings by sticking with the same health insurer

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Steven Spicer

Nearly four out of five Aussies with private health cover would switch providers if it meant lower premiums

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