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Phillip Portman

When he’s not busy writing, Phillip can usually be found at the movies, playing with his Italian Greyhound Wilma, hanging out with his cockatiel Tiki, or talking about everything pop culture. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Journalism and has previously written about health, entertainment, and lifestyle for various publications. Phillip loves to help others and hopes that people learn something new from his articles.

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Stories by Phillip Portman

man with higher energy bill

18 Sep 2023 15:58

Nearly 5 million Aussies are with health funds that are increasing prices on 1 October. Are you one of them?

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Lana Hambilton

These health funds will increase their premiums by an industry average of 2.9%

couple worried that they have fallen for an energy scam

13 Sep 2023 11:27

Australia’s financial fears laid bare as risk of recession looms

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

The cost of groceries, energy and fuel are the bills that Australians believe will cause the most pain in the next year.

bill shock woman financially stressed

11 Sep 2023 16:34

Home insurance bill shock doubles in a year, but there’s a reason why you shouldn’t ditch cover

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

With summer just around the corner, more people are becoming shocked by their premium increases.

5 Sep 2023 14:06

Nation of wasters: New research reveals alarming number of Aussies dumping food

Written by Phillip Portman

We're in a cost-of-living crisis, but Aussies are throwing money down the drain.

1 Sep 2023 10:36

Don’t get royally ripped off: New analysis shows showbags won’t always save you at this year’s Adelaide Show

Written by Phillip Portman

There are ways to save at this year's Adelaide Show.

Young couple looking at bills worriedly

1 Sep 2023 08:57

Over half of Millennials have fought over money in the past 3 months

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Phillip Portman

Research from Compare the Market has found that over half (51.1%) of Millennials have argued about money with their partner or family in the past 3 months.

woman with health insurance renewal notice

23 Aug 2023 10:13

Nearly 2 million Aussies are about to be hit with a health insurance price hike

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Lana Hambilton

From 1 September, some members will see their health insurance premiums increase by an average of 3.33%.

Guy pleased with new car insurance

22 Aug 2023 11:51

No need for speed: Queensland’s dirty driving habits exposed in new survey

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

The dirty driving habits of Queensland motorists have been exposed in a new survey.

friends at the 2023 ekka

8 Aug 2023 10:09

Royal rip-off or bang for your buck? New analysis busts Ekka showbag myth

Written by Phillip Portman

Your dollar may stretch further in the showbag pavilion at the 2023 Ekka.

zoomer getting pay increase

2 Aug 2023 12:01

Zoomers the most likely to be dissatisfied with their pay rise, new study shows

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Chris Ford

Gen Z was the generation most likely to be dissatisfied with a boost to their pay packet over the past 12 months.

woman getting financial advice online

25 Jul 2023 13:34

A third of Aussies turning to social media to help make financial decisions, new Compare the Market report finds

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Stephen Zeller

Results from the Household Budget Barometer show that an increasing number of people turn to the web for financial advice.

couple cutting back on essentials

19 Jul 2023 08:56

Health appointments, beauty treatments and car services face the chop as Aussies tighten spending

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Noémi Hadnagy

The latest findings from Compare the Market found the number of people cutting back on health appointments jumped to 21.6% in 2023.

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