Auckland, New Zealand – Personal finance information website Banked has been named as a finalist in this year’s Plain Language Awards.

Banked, which helps New Zealand consumers navigate topics including insurance, investing, and credit cards, earned the distinction under the ‘Best Plain Language Website — Private Sector’ category.

“Our goal at Banked is to help Kiwis better understand financial products and services so they can make the best decision for them,” says Kevin McHugh, Head of Publishing at Banked.

“To do this, our guides must be well researched and focussed on the needs and questions of the people we serve. But they also have to be easy to understand, logically structured, and free from unnecessary jargon.

“Being a finalist for this year’s Plain Language Awards is great recognition of our work and shows us that we’re on the right track. We will continue to make all of our content as clear and straightforward as possible,” says McHugh.

Banked’s guides, reviews, and product comparisons are free to access for all New Zealanders. The website also conducts research and surveys that aim to shine a light on consumer issues and concerns.

Organised by the not-for-profit WriteMark Plain English Awards Trust, the annual Plain Language Awards aim to raise the bar for clear communication. Finalists and award winners will be celebrated at a ceremony at Parliament in Wellington on October 26.

Media Release on 22 September 2023

Media Contact
Kevin McHugh, Banked
hello@banked.co.nz
021 08837789
https://www.banked.co.nz/

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Banked, a new website aimed at helping New Zealanders make better financial decisions has launched.

The new website publishes thoroughly researched and unbiased guides on a range of personal finance topics including insurance, credit cards, loans, and more. Banked also presents the latest deals and promotions in one place, saving Kiwis time and helping them choose the right financial products and services for their needs.

The NZ-based website is committed to providing comprehensive and objective information that is revised and updated whenever things change. Guides and reviews explore the good and bad of each topic in a well-rounded and balanced approach.

On launch, the team at Banked explores 3 key areas of personal finance:

– Car insurance: including a comparison of all the major New Zealand car insurers, the best ways to save on cover, and how to get the best deal as a driver under 25 years old.
– Credit cards: including a comparison of the best Airpoints, interest-free, and balance transfer credit cards, as well as a comprehensive guide to credit card management.
– Loans: including how to identify the right personal, car or business loan, and what to avoid when shopping for loans, and what to do if you’re unable to keep up with loan payments.

Banked does not provide financial advice, nor does it recommend particular products or services. Instead, the website’s mission is to arm its users with all the relevant information and data they need to make the right choice for their personal circumstances.

Media Release on 26 October 2022

Media Contact
Banked Head of Publishing
hello@banked.co.nz
https://www.banked.co.nz/

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