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If you have a bank account, insurance policy, and financial planner or belong to a superannuation fund, you want to avoid the wrong ones. One way is to understand the DNA of the companies behind these financial services. But up until last year, journalists ... More

Of the 6300 reviews left on Budget Direct's website as at June this year, an overwhelming 4950 customers rated it five-star and another 1400 rated it four-star. This is a phenomenal result that speaks to the reasons why the insurer is back for the ... More

You could be saving 25% on your car, home and contents insurance from July 1. How? You will have crucial comparative information that will alert you to see that your insurance company has sharply increased your premium and it should prompt you to shop ... More

Although June 30 is nearly upon us, there is still time to review your financial situation and see if there are any actions you can take that will make a difference to your tax position. The most important areas to look at before the end of the financial ... More

From next Monday insurance companies are approaching genetic testing differently. If you have had a genetic test, what does it mean for you? More Australians are signing up for genetic tests and part of the reason has to do with the price. In 2008 a ... More

The share price of Arthur J Gallagher & Co (NYSE: AJG) posted a closing high of $US87.82 on June 10 as the latest high in the solid upward trend that has been in place since 2016. Over the past year alone, the climb in price from the $US65.50 region ... More

If you have taken a break from the workforce and aren't receiving superannuation contributions, you may lose some valuable benefits from July 1. There are a number of new superannuation rules starting in a few weeks. Some rules will impact people taking ... More

Mental health claims through insurance are on the rise. Up from 5% of total insurance claims over a decade ago, mental health claims have reached 20% or one in five of total and permanent disability insurance claims. They also make up about 18% of income ... More

If you're in the market for health insurance , you might think that getting a couples policy is both more convenient and cheaper than taking out two separate policies. But while it might be more convenient, you'd be wrong about it being cheaper. Unlike ... More

All eyes are on the royals as the world awaits news of the birth of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first child. But, away from Windsor Castle, just how much does it cost to have a baby? Quantifying how much having a baby costs can be a mind-blowing ... More