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Richard Whitten

Richard Whitten

Richard Whitten is a money editor at Finder, and has been covering home loans, property and personal finance for the last 6 years. He has written for Yahoo Finance, Money Magazine and Homely, and has appeared on television and radio shows nationwide. Richard’s expert commentary has been seen in the leading publications such as the Herald Sun, REA and news.com.au. Richard enjoys helping people understand the ins and outs of mortgages so they can make smarter property decisions. He also has a mortgage of his own. Before joining Finder, Richard trained as a high school teacher but found it easier to manage personal finances than a classroom full of kids. He studied education at the University of Sydney and holds a graduate certificate in communications from Deakin University. Richard als holds a Certificate IV in mortgage broking and finance (RG 206) and a Tier 1 Generic Knowledge certification (RG 146).

Expertise

  • Home loans
  • Property
  • Personal finance
  • Money-saving tips

Experience

  • Certificate IV in mortgage broking and finance, which meets the requirements of ASIC Regulatory Guide 206
  • Tier 1 Generic Knowledge certification (RG 146)
  • Finder Innovation Awards judge for lending innovation

Education

  • Bachelor of Education | University of Sydney | 2006-2009
  • Graduate Certificate of Communication | Deakin University | 2015

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Latest articles by Richard Whitten

837 articles written by this author

Save $360 a month by refinancing your mortgage to a new 30-year term | Dollar Saver tip #59

Refinancing can drive big savings-but there is a catch.

Richard Whitten 29 November 2023
Save $360 a month by refinancing your mortgage to a new 30-year term | Dollar Saver tip #59

Australian Unity Freedom Saver

A review of the Australian Unity Freedom Saver account. Learn more about this high interest savings account.

Richard Whitten 29 November 2023
Australian Unity Freedom Saver

Good for B Business Loan

Read our review of the Good for B business loan. Find out if this green business loan is suitable for you.

Richard Whitten 17 November 2023
Good for B Business Loan

Save $1,545 with an offset account | Dollar Saver #57

With interest rates so high, using an offset account could save you thousands on your home loan each year.

Richard Whitten 15 November 2023
Save $1,545 with an offset account | Dollar Saver #57

The 6 home loan tips I give everyone who’s just bought a house

Treat your loan as a financial tool rather than a burden. You'll pay it off faster and make your mortgage work for you.

Richard Whitten 15 November 2023
The 6 home loan tips I give everyone who’s just bought a house

Find and compare the lowest home loan rates

Find the cheapest home loan rates and learn how to decide which one best fits your needs and will save you the most money.

Richard Whitten 8 November 2023
Find and compare the lowest home loan rates

Bendigo Bank Reward Saver

Read Finder's review of the Bendigo Bank Reward Saver. Learn how you can earn the maximum bonus interest rate with this account.

Richard Whitten 6 November 2023
Bendigo Bank Reward Saver

Want to beat the cost of living crunch? Leave the city behind

Australians are flocking to regional NSW, where homes are $400K cheaper than in Sydney.

Richard Whitten 2 November 2023
Want to beat the cost of living crunch? Leave the city behind

PSA: Sort your tax return by 31 October or risk a $313 fine – every 28 days!

Lodge by the 31st or register with an accountant. Otherwise the ATO can fine you up to $1,565.

Richard Whitten 18 October 2023
PSA: Sort your tax return by 31 October or risk a $313 fine – every 28 days!

Calculate monthly home loan repayments from 20+ lenders

When you’re comparing home loans, it’s easy to get sidetracked by looking at the interest rate. But it’s important to know what exactly this rate means.

Richard Whitten 26 September 2023
Calculate monthly home loan repayments from 20+ lenders
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