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A close-up illustrated view of a toll booth with a green car stopped at the barrier in front of a tall city skyline. Above the scene is a large sign reading ‘The Most Expensive Toll Roads Across the US and Australia.’

24 Mar 2026 12:54

The most expensive toll roads in Australia and the USA

Written by James McCay

We uncover where the most expensive toll roads are in Australia and the US. Read on to find out how toll road fees impact driving costs and why car insurance matters.

a house frame being constructed one the left, while a finished house for sale is on the right, with a brown background behind. Text at the bottom reads "The cost of building vs The cost of buying"

24 Mar 2026 10:03

Buying vs building – which is cheaper?

Written by James McCay

A new analysis from Compare the Market AU reveals the difference in house building costs vs buying an existing property in 26 cities across the world. See which cities are cheaper to buy in vs build.

A house with a “Gentrified Areas” sign, a sold sign, moving boxes, a person carrying boxes, a dog, and construction cranes in the background.

20 Mar 2026 13:07

Gentrification and up-and-coming areas index

Written by James McCay

Gentrification is accelerating, which poses both threats and opportunities for home buyers. Find out which US and Australian cities are seeing the biggest signals and what it means for buyers.

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18 Mar 2026 10:21

How AI is Transforming Mental and Physical Health

Written by James McCay

Trends in AI usage for mental and physical wellbeing around the world

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11 Mar 2026 07:19

Home Burglary Cost Impact Index

Written by Tiana Lee-Collins

Discover which regions across the US and Australia are most at risk of burglaries, and what the financial impact is of home break-ins across both nations.

An illustrated person reveals a dish as a dog reaches onto the dinner table, with a sleeping cat in the background under a sign reading ‘Areas With Most Spoiled Pets.’

10 Mar 2026 11:40

The most spoilt pets in Australia and the USA

Written by James McCay

New research discovers which cities in Australia and the US have the most spoiled pets. Find out where pet owners are spending significantly more money on pet care.

Illustrated scene of a damaged red pickup truck that has crashed into a stop sign, with a person sitting on the ground holding a bottle while two police officers stand nearby under a large sign that reads ‘Drunk Driving Report.’ A city skyline appears in the background at night.

6 Mar 2026 12:15

Drunk driving report

Written by James McCay

Our drunk driving report examines Australian and US road deaths, fines for drunk driving, road safety campaigns, and how car insurance can protect you.

6 Mar 2026 10:00

Smart Home Hotspots in Australia and the USA

Written by James McCay

Where in the world has the highest percentage of smart homes, and where has the largest number of properties with cameras and alarms? Find out more, here.

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5 Mar 2026 09:13

Number of Power Stations

Written by James McCay

As the world shifts towards clean renewable power, several recent hiccups have had to delay the journey to net zero. Compare the Market reviews power station numbers across the world, to see which countries are closing more power stations than they're opening.

27 Feb 2026 12:03

The True Cost of DIY

Written by Tiana Lee-Collins

The True Cost of DIY: How much do people really spend on their home improvements? Find out the average repair costs of DIY mistakes vs how much money is saved.