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I am not a big fan of superannuation, although I am a big supporter of Australians planning for their future. Yesterday I was listening to a financial expert advise that people have two options when it comes to retirement. The first is to rely on a ... More

Financial transactions have come a long way since the days of chequebook and pen. Payments are now made instantly through apps or over the phone. However, convenience comes at a cost. The uninitiated can easily fall victim to scams or, at the other ... More

Identity theft is becoming all too familiar in Australia. Stories of maxed-out credit cards, account takeovers and stolen licence details are increasingly common, yet rarely do we think "this could happen to me". Until it does. Recent Scamwatch figures ... More

In January 2019, Telaria shares were trading around the $US 3.19 level. This year the shares managed to push above $US11.50 (about $17) in early January. That is a massive increase - in the region of 260% - that would have made a lot of investors happy. ... More

What will housing look like in the next 10 years? Our homes and neighbourhoods are evolving rapidly, driven by technology, shifting demographics and changing lifestyles. Here's what we can expect from housing in 2020 and beyond. The rise of higher ... More

From credit card fees to excess data charges, Aussies are forking out millions of dollars each year on easily avoidable rip-offs. While it's easier to take the path of least resistance at times, this is hitting us right where it hurts: the hip pocket. ... More

In recent years consumer groups have called for internet services to be regulated in the same way as water, gas and electricity. On the surface this makes sense, especially as more utility providers bundle their services on the one bill. The case for ... More

Westpac's foray into digital banking stepped up a gear this week, with the announcement of a digital-only platform. The move is seen as an attempt to coax younger customers away from the new wave of neo banks. "We're preparing for our digital ... More

More than a third of Australians (35%) struggle with money management and 41% of us are not prepared to handle a large, unexpected expense, says the Commonwealth Bank. But there's at least $10 billion in free money that we're not accessing ... More

Digital platforms are quickly becoming the honeytrap of choice for payday lenders, providing an unregulated space where their products can be touted under the guise of lifestyle advice. Payday loans - now a $1.85b industry - provide consumers with quick ... More