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Richard Whitten

Richard Whitten

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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 also holds a Certificate IV in mortgage broking and finance (RG 206), a Tier 1 Generic Knowledge certification (RG 146) and a Tier 2 General Advice Deposit Products (RG 146) certification.

Expertise

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

Experience

  • Certificate IV in mortgage broking and finance (RG 206)
  • Tier 1 Generic Knowledge certification (RG 146)
  • Tier 2 General Advice Deposit Products 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

853 articles written by this author

Hey average earner! You’ll be $804 better off after stage 3 tax cut changes

I'm not really sure who "middle Australia" is, but they're getting a bigger tax cut.

Richard Whitten 25 January 2024
Hey average earner! You’ll be $804 better off after stage 3 tax cut changes

Cost of living crisis forces more Australian parents to seek loan help

Rising back to school costs have led more families to apply for No Interest Loans from community organisations.

Richard Whitten 18 January 2024
Cost of living crisis forces more Australian parents to seek loan help

4 ways falling inflation will affect your finances this year

Your living costs aren't dropping, they're just rising more slowly. Here's what to expect in 2024.

Richard Whitten 11 January 2024
4 ways falling inflation will affect your finances this year

Average Australian first home buyer deposit statistics

How much does the average Australian home buyer need to save for a house deposit?

Richard Whitten 9 January 2024
Average Australian first home buyer deposit statistics

Auswide Bank Business Access Account

The Auswide Bank Business Access Account is a business transaction account that lets you earn interest. This account has no minimum balance requirement and a low monthly fee.

Richard Whitten 5 January 2024
Auswide Bank Business Access Account

Suncorp Business Premium Account

The Suncorp Premium Business Bank Account is a business bank account with no monthly fees, unlimited fee-free transactions and a linked Visa Debit Card.

Richard Whitten 5 January 2024
Suncorp Business Premium Account

7 steps I’m taking to get in better financial shape in 2024

2023 was a year of rising costs and belt tightening. In 2024 I'm doubling down, diversifying, and... getting a credit card!

Richard Whitten 3 January 2024
7 steps I’m taking to get in better financial shape in 2024

Save $1,031 with a HISA | Dollar Saver tip #63

Start 2024 on the right foot by getting your savings working harder for you.

Richard Whitten 3 January 2024
Save $1,031 with a HISA | Dollar Saver tip #63

Make $2,067 by diversifying your investments | Dollar Saver tip #62

Diversifying your investments outside of the Australian stock market could mean better returns.

Richard Whitten 19 December 2023
Make $2,067 by diversifying your investments | Dollar Saver tip #62

OurMoneyMarket Green Personal Loan review

Check out Finder's review of the OurMoneyMarket Green Personal Loan.

Richard Whitten 14 December 2023
OurMoneyMarket Green Personal Loan review
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