Darren Snyder

Darren Snyder is the managing editor of Money magazine. He is a former editor of Financial Standard, where he had worked as a journalist, predominantly covering superannuation. Previously a mining and wine industry reporter at the Mudgee Guardian, Darren was awarded the Sir Harry Budd Memorial Award for Australian Country Journalism in 2012.

23 results by Darren Snyder:

MY MONEY

The new tech that will let you swap mobile carriers in an instant

The ability to instantly switch mobile phone networks anywhere in the world is fast approaching reality. And it could slash your mobile bill. More

By Darren Snyder - February 26, 2020

INVESTING

Gym memberships, travel insurance: what you want from your super fund

Almost one in four millennials would be willing to switch super funds for better perks now rather than what the fund could offer in retirement. More

By Darren Snyder - February 19, 2020

PROPERTY

How properly planning your renovations can help you avoid a DIY disaster

Halfway through knocking down a wall is not the time to realise you forgot to set a budget. Here's how to plan - and budget - for your renovations. More

By Darren Snyder - February 12, 2020

MY MONEY

Super guarantee increase won't lower your take-home wages: report

Plans to boost your retirement savings with an increase in the super guarantee won't mean less take-home pay, latest research shows. More

By Darren Snyder - November 21, 2019

INVESTING

The super review to nudge your retirement direction

There's currently a danger of people being nudged into retirement products ill-suited to their long-term needs, potentially costing them hundreds of thousands of dollars. More

By Darren Snyder - November 21, 2019

MY MONEY

Telcos under fire for high-pressure sales tactics

With the telco ombudsman cracking down on high-pressure sales tactics, what does it mean for you if you end up with an expensive internet or phone bill? More

By Darren Snyder - November 20, 2019

MY MONEY

The easy way to access your share of $10 billion in free money

Aussies are missing out on more than $10 billion in unclaimed benefits, rebates and concessions every year from green slip refunds to energy rebates. More

By Darren Snyder - November 6, 2019

INVESTING

10 super funds that protect the environment (and your retirement)

If your super is invested in a balanced fund that focuses on its environmental, social and governance footprint, there's been some good news. More

By Darren Snyder - September 18, 2019

PROPERTY

How to protect your home from a hefty $6000 repair bill

Leaks and cracks are common building defects, and the repair bill can cost you thousands. Here are some solutions to help avoid blowing your bank account. More

By Darren Snyder - September 11, 2019