bills

For the third of Australians still working from home and the more than one million unemployed, next quarter's electricity bill is set to be a shocker. Nearly three-quarters of Australians say their electricity bill is among their top concerns this year ... More

In 2018, the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) published research about raising children in the "invisible-money generation" where cashless transactions are commonplace. From several prior studies and personal experiences, we already ... More

Energy bills make a significant dent in the household budget. In fact, a Finder survey of more than 17,000 respondents found that keeping the lights on is one of the leading causes of financial stress for one in four Australians. Yet one of the biggest ... More

As going green has become fashionable, scores of trendy accessories have flooded the market. From perfectly co-ordinated cloth grocery bags to matching reusable drink bottles and coffee cups, you could be forgiven for thinking that it takes a load of ... More

If you're feeling the pinch during the coronavirus crisis, here are seven ways to cut back your spending on everyday expenses. 1. Rent Speak to your landlord about decreasing your rent. If you've been a good tenant, this puts you in a better ... More

Having stayed home during quarantine, and with winter ahead, most of us are expecting a hike in our energy bill, but you can get the cost down with a few changes. According to research by comparethemarket.com.au, 84% of Australians are expecting their ... More

Social distancing restrictions mean many Aussies are dealing with reduced hours or income, or even unemployment. Although things are beginning to return to normal, many people are still struggling to afford their Internet bill. The good news is that ... More

Many of the nation's cars have been collecting dust in recent weeks, as coronavirus containment measures keep Aussies off the road and in their homes instead. While the change in driving habits has been essential for public health, it has also been ... More

Australians are being inundated with information about how to protect their health to curb the spread of COVID-19, but it's also just as important for people to protect their financial health and understand how best to protect their finances given ... More

Even before COVID-19, energy bills could deliver an unpleasant shock. Now, as we're called to move our working and personal lives inside, bill shock is about to get real for the unprepared. Seasonal fluctuations due to heating and cooling are normal ... More