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7 Nov 2023 13:30

Not many winners on Melbourne Cup Day as RBA increases cash rate by 25 basis points

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has confirmed it is lifting the cash rate for the 13th time, with a 0.25% increase following November’s Board meeting.

kochie compare the market

6 Nov 2023 09:33

Drums beating for another interest rate rise + Housing shortage shocker!

Written by David Koch

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

australian man saving his tax return

3 Nov 2023 08:28

One in four Aussies say they have no savings, alarming new research reveals

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Noémi Hadnagy

Nest eggs are taking a hit as the cost-of-living crisis rages on.

31 Oct 2023 09:30

There’s something scarier than ghosts for your pets this Halloween

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market research found that almost a third of people don't know what foods are toxic for pets

30 Oct 2023 15:44

More than half of Australians have avoided seeking help with a health issue – here’s why  

Written by Dr. Ginni Mansberg

One in two Aussies say they’ve put off seeking care for a health issue. For many, it comes down to cost.

Dad compares health insurance for single parents with baby

30 Oct 2023 15:30

1 in 10 Aussies would delay starting a family to save for a home, survey reveals

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

New Compare the Market research reveals the lengths some Aussies are prepared to go to save for a house deposit.

Father and son happy with home and contents insurance

30 Oct 2023 15:21

What spring sellers and buyers need to know this season

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

While the arrival of warmer weather typically prompts a lift in property listings, this year’s market was difficult to predict.

woman in waiting room at hospital

30 Oct 2023 15:07

Holiday from hell: A Brisbane woman is thankful to have purchased travel insurance after she was involved in a horror crash

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Warren Duke

The Brisbane woman's dream holiday turned into a nightmare. Without travel insurance, it could've been a whole lot worse.

30 Oct 2023 14:59

Over a quarter of Aussies have experienced road rage

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market has found that 27.5% of Australians have either witnessed or experienced road rage.

Man reporting credit card fraud to bank

30 Oct 2023 14:56

The home loan feature that could save you thousands in interest

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Offset accounts could help mortgage holders pay down the principal on their loan faster.

a couple with a computer and paper looking at the different types of mortgage offset accounts

30 Oct 2023 14:47

Kochie’s advice as mortgage borrowing power plummets

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Lenders had been much more cautious to account for the risk of recession and higher rates that could impact long-term serviceability.

30 Oct 2023 14:32

Andrew Winter reveals the one property feature most Australians won’t negotiate on

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

There are some features house hunters will never budge on and in most cases size really does matter