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28 Oct 2021 13:45

Buy Now, Pay Later applications up 30% since last year

Written by William Jolly

Buy Now, Pay Later applications grew 31.4% in the last 12 months to September 2021, as Australia continues its post-COVID-19 recovery.

rent report

27 Oct 2021 14:33

Rents rise at fastest pace since 2008

Written by William Jolly

It’s getting tough out there for renters, with national rents 8.9% higher year-on-year as of September 2021.

27 Oct 2021 13:11

Turn back time on your electricity bill with this ultimate hack

Written by Phillip Portman

An industry rule change means Australians can effectively turn back time on power bills and pay for their electricity usage at reduced rates. Find out how.

Affordability

26 Oct 2021 14:47

Home loan affordability hits 5-year low

Written by William Jolly

Housing affordability is at its worst level in five years thanks to substantial house price growth and subdued income growth.

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22 Oct 2021 15:35

Lifting travel ban: Will life return to ‘normal’?

Written by Nahima Kern

If you're keen to get travelling again, here's what to expect and what do next before you pack your bags

a couple takes a selfie sitting in the back of their ute tray

22 Oct 2021 13:30

What are Australia’s favourite utes?

Written by James McCay

Utes are as Australian as kangaroos and koalas. Discover what the top utes among Compare the Market customers are, how they're used and more.

22 Oct 2021 10:35

Everyday banking is now overwhelmingly digital

Written by William Jolly

New data shows how rapidly Australians are adopting technology as a part of their everyday banking.

22 Oct 2021 09:28

Australia’s top energy source revealed as climate change debate heats up

Written by Phillip Portman

A new report has revealed the energy sources Australians prefer and which ones they’re turning away from. Read more.

Petrol station

19 Oct 2021 13:45

Fuel prices hit a 13-year high but could still get higher

Written by William Jolly

National unleaded petrol prices have soared to their highest point in 13 years, at an average of 160.7 cents per litre.

14 Oct 2021 08:46

There’s a 65% chance we’ll see more cyclones than average this storm season, BOM says

Written by William Jolly

The Bureau of Meteorology has warned of an increased chance of tropical cyclones in the coming months.

13 Oct 2021 14:05

How will climate change affect the property market?

Written by William Jolly

With all the focus on climate change and the now locked-in effects, we’re set to see, the Australian property market is unlikely to escape unscathed.

Green loan

13 Oct 2021 12:02

What are green loans, and should you get one?

Written by William Jolly

A green home loan can reward borrowers for either buying, building or renovating a ‘sustainable’ property