About the author
Bea is a journalist with a focus on finance and lifestyle. Currently writing for the InfoChoice Group, she brings her experience working with established media organisations in helping Australians make smarter, more confident financial decisions through accessible content. She previously worked as a content specialist, focusing on workplace culture and business resilience.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts, Journalism - University of the Philippines, 2023
Bea's latest articles
Home Loan Statistics Australia
Compare mortgage statistics such as average interest rates, average home loan sizes, first home buyer numbers and more.
Home Loan Cashback Offers and Deals
Lenders tend to come and go with short-lived cashback offers, with only a handful consistently providing them. However with lower interest rates abound, more ju...
What to do when your term deposit matures
Term deposits have long been a popular choice for individuals looking to safely invest their money while earning a predictable return. But what happens when the...
Everything you need to know about property conveyancing
Even after an offer for a property is accepted, changing ownership isn’t as simple as handing over the keys. Conveyancing is the legal and administrative ...
Refinancing Your Home Loan For a Car
Using a home loan to buy a car can mean lower repayments, but it may leave you paying much more in interest over the life of the loan.
Should I fix my home loan?
Interest rates are moving and borrowers face a familiar dilemma: to fix or not to fix? Your decision may come down to your appetite for risk and outlook for int...
How to get a home loan when you're self-employed
Being self-employed doesn't mean homeownership is out of reach. It can feel more complicated than applying for a home loan as a traditional employee, but unders...
What is a home loan package deal and how do they work?
Package home loans bundle various products with the mortgage for convenience, but you want to make sure you’re actually getting value for money.
How to overdraw your bank account
Have you ever checked your bank account and found your balance was negative? If so, you know what it’s like to be overdrawn. These Australian banks let yo...
How to compare medical loans
Medicare is a great resource in Australia, but lots of people find themselves in a spot where they are unable to cover the cost of an upcoming medical expense, ...
The benefits of overpaying your mortgage
One way to shorten the timeframe of your 25 or 30-year mortgage is to make repayments above and beyond the minimums set by a bank or lender.
What can be used as collateral for a personal loan?
If you’re interested in a personal loan, putting up an asset as collateral can mean more favorable loan terms and lower interest rates.
