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 has published a comprehensive new resource detailing the best ways that Kiwis can fund the purchase of an electric or hybrid vehicle.

The personal finance and deals website covers what consumers can expect from an ‘EV loan’, including what they cover, the criteria for these loans, and how they differ from standard car loans.

The guide to EV loans also explores how low-rate ‘green energy’ mortgage top-up loans from banks including ANZ and ASB can be used to purchase an EV.

“Kiwis are embracing electric vehicles thanks to their lower emissions, better running costs, and the government’s Clean Car Discount scheme,” says Banked’s Head of Publishing Kevin McHugh.

“But getting the best deal on an EV or hybrid is not necessarily the same as it is with a petrol or diesel vehicle. There are some unique EV finance options out there, with interest rates as low as 1% for consumers who meet the relevant criteria.

“Updated regularly, Banked’s latest guide lays out each of these options in one place, looks at exactly how they can be used (and by whom), and gives Kiwis the information they need to make the right choice for their EV purchase.”

About Banked

Banked is a financial information and deals website that has the goal of helping New Zealanders make the best decisions on the products they need.

Media Release on 16 Jan 2023

Media Contact
Kevin McHugh, Banked NZ
hello@banked.co.nz
02108881983
https://www.banked.co.nz/ev-loans

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