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Richard Whitten

Richard Whitten

Money Editor

Richard Whitten is Finder’s Money Editor with over seven years of experience covering home loans, property and personal finance. He has written for leading finance publications like Yahoo Finance, Money Magazine and Homely, and his expert insights are frequently featured in top media outlets such as the Herald Sun, REA, and news.com.au. He also provides expert commentary on television and radio shows nationwide, helping Australians navigate the complexities of mortgages and property ownership.
Richard has a Graduate Certificate in Communications from Deakin University and a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Sydney. He is also fully certified in mortgage broking and finance, holding a Certificate IV in Mortgage Broking (RG 206), as well as Tier 1 Generic Knowledge certification and Tier 2 General Advice Deposit Products RG 146 certifications, which comply with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) standards for finance professionals. As a homeowner, he also has firsthand experience of the ins and outs of the mortgage process.
If you’re interested in a media interview with Richard, please reach out to our PR team at aupr@finder.com.

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

621 articles written by this author

4 ways your home loan can make or break your home buying journey

SPONSORED: When you're on the path to home ownership, don't forget about the home loan. It's almost as important as the ceilings and walls!

Richard Whitten 10 June 2025
4 ways your home loan can make or break your home buying journey

5 ways a better home loan can save you money (and how to find one)

SPONSORED: A better home loan is a cheaper one, and one that gives you more control over how you repay it. Here's what it looks like.

Richard Whitten 10 June 2025
5 ways a better home loan can save you money (and how to find one)

New BNPL rules: Will a credit check stop you from using Afterpay or Zip?

Using buy now pay later now shows up on your credit report. Which is a good thing!

Richard Whitten 10 June 2025
New BNPL rules: Will a credit check stop you from using Afterpay or Zip?

Want 100K+ Qantas or Velocity Points? Check out June’s top frequent flyer credit cards

Up your points game with one of the market's strongest frequent flyer card deals. 

Richard Whitten 5 June 2025
Want 100K+ Qantas or Velocity Points? Check out June’s top frequent flyer credit cards

Compare and open the right bank account today

Looking at your options for saving and banking? Research, compare and apply with our comparison here.

Richard Whitten 4 June 2025
Compare and open the right bank account today

Virgin leads the pack in June’s roundup of top balance transfer credit cards

Get 0% interest on your unpaid card balance for up to 24 months with one of these great balance transfer credit card offers.

Richard Whitten 4 June 2025
Virgin leads the pack in June’s roundup of top balance transfer credit cards

What is a balance transfer credit card?

Balance transfer credit cards can help you reduce your credit card debt. This guide explains how they work, their benefits, and what to watch out for.

Richard Whitten 29 May 2025
What is a balance transfer credit card?

Sneaky bank trick: How to make sure you get the full RBA rate cut

Some lenders are quietly helping you repay your home loan faster—whether you like it or not!

Richard Whitten 29 May 2025
Sneaky bank trick: How to make sure you get the full RBA rate cut

Citi Prestige Card – Velocity Points Offer

The Citi Prestige card offers bonus Velocity Points, a 4th night free at select hotels, lounge access, and travel insurance - just a few of its premium perks.

Richard Whitten 27 May 2025
Citi Prestige Card – Velocity Points Offer

Rates have dropped: Here’s a hidden tool to help you buy your first home

SPONSORED: If you want to take advantage of cheaper rates but haven't got a really big deposit saved, LMI could give you the perfect leg up.

Richard Whitten 22 May 2025
Rates have dropped: Here’s a hidden tool to help you buy your first home
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