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Next to our family and friends, another relationship that has the power to shape our future is the one we have with our banks, lending institutions and insurers. From our savings accounts to our credit cards, business loans and home loans, our day-to-day ... More

The COVID-19 pandemic has made Australians nervous about their finances. Just as conspiracy theories about COVID-19 are doing the rounds on the internet, there are plenty of myths about how the pandemic might hurt your credit score. Buy now pay later ... More

Financial abuse can be a standalone form of abuse, but it's also prevalent in about 90% of domestic violence situations. The truth is that not only is financial abuse common, it can be hard to spot because it occurs in many different forms. Self-isolation ... More

The financial impact of COVID-19 has been extensive. Widespread business closures have left millions of Aussies out of work, with many of those still employed facing reduced hours or pay cuts. Most banks and lenders have announced financial hardship ... More

Soaring unemployment levels from the coronavirus crisis on top of the second-highest level of household debt in the world means Australians need to know their rights when it comes to dealing with debt collectors. While it is legal for debt collectors ... More

I am 48 and my husband is 56. He works full time and I work part time (four or five days a week). We have kids still in high school. We own a home (valued at $1.8 million, loan $900,000) and an investment property ($780,000 and $610,000). About five ... More

Identity theft is an increasingly growing problem in Australia. The annual cost is estimated to be around $2.2 billion including government agencies and individuals. A recent report from identity theft and cyber support business IDCare found that consumers ... More

As businesses and offices shut down across the country, many Aussies are now wondering whether they'll be able to survive financially the next six months. With our economy inching closer to a recession, it's become more crucial than ever to ... More

One third of Australians in debt are using lotteries and gambling to try to reduce their debt. Sixty-one per cent of working Australians are in debt - outside of their home loans - according to a recent survey by ING. Over the recent Christmas period ... More

This year will bring travellers and frequent flyer enthusiasts a number of new offers they can leverage to get the most bang for their travel buck. From frequent flyer changes and increased flights to new airports and points bonuses, here are eight ... More