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We want to ensure you read about the stories that matter most to your household. So, whether it's about the Reserve Bank moving (or holding) the cash rate or a deep dive into a particularly savvy saver, you'll find our latest news stories right here.

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6 Feb 2024 13:45

Inflation genie going back in the bottle? Devil’s in the detail, says Koch

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

Data indicates that some key areas are still hurting households, according to David Koch.

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6 Feb 2024 13:39

‘Enough is enough’: Kochie urges change to mortgage process as RBA keep the cash rate on hold

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Koch has urged the government to prioritise reforms that could help homeowners save money on their mortgage.

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2 Feb 2024 12:51

Fighting with the family: A third of Aussies arguing with loved ones over money

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Holidays are meant to be the most cheerful time of year, but according to a recent Compare the Market survey, 38.3% of Australians are arguing with their loved ones over the rising cost of household bills.

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30 Jan 2024 09:03

A nation of financial cheaters: The money secrets we keep from our partners

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Have you ever lied to your partner about how much something cost or kept a financial secret from them? You’re not the only one, with new research revealing we’re a nation of financial cheaters.

30 Jan 2024 08:58

“Unnecessary debt” to be treated with caution as interest rates climb, Kochie warns

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by David Koch

Debt consolidation has become the ultimate hangover cure for binge spending over Christmas according to Compare the Market’s Economic Director David Koch, as Aussies work to crunch over $18 billion in credit card balances accruing interest.

30 Jan 2024 08:53

Renovation nation: 52% of homeowners plan to spruce up their digs next year

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Rising costs have not deterred more than half of Australian homeowners planning renovations and home improvements, with new Compare the Market research showing small, low-budget upgrades remain popular.*

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29 Jan 2024 16:21

‘Don’t get caught out’: Insurance warning to Taylor Swift fans ahead of record-breaking Eras Tour

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

There's less than a month until Taylor Swift touches down in Australia.

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29 Jan 2024 15:50

Aussie homeowners are selling up in droves

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Andrew Winter

Almost 40% of Aussie homeowners are planning to sell their property within the next five years.

29 Jan 2024 15:34

Brisbane booklist breaking the bank: Research reveals the 23% price hike

Written by Natasha Innes, reviewed by Phillip Portman

It could cost 23% more for items from a school booklist provider versus buying the individual items elsewhere.

29 Jan 2024 15:20

‘Ten years of pain’: Why your household electricity costs could remain high despite plummeting wholesale prices

Written by Phillip Portman, reviewed by David Koch

A mix of environmental and business costs weigh heavily on bills.

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29 Jan 2024 12:53

Hey, big spender! Budgets blow out as almost half of Australians overspent last month  

Written by Natasha Innes

While new household banking insights suggest that Australians spent less on household goods, recreation, food and beverage and hospitality in December, alarming new research from Compare the Market reveals that 44% of adults believe they still overspent in the last month.

29 Jan 2024 09:45

Despite the wild, wet weather hitting the coast, thunderstorms, hail and floods are not a top concern for many

Written by Noémi Hadnagy, reviewed by Adrian Taylor

Compare the Market's latest research found that less than one in five Aussies consider thunderstorms and hail a top home concern despite the wild weather wreaking havoc on the East Coast.