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What are second mortgages?
If you have a mortgage, it’s possible to take out a second one on the same property. Let’s try to explain how.
June 16, 2022
Government to pursue credit regulation of BNPL platforms
Financial Services Minister Stephen Jones said the Albanese Government will act on plans to bring buy now, pay later (BNPL) operators under credit laws.
June 07, 2022
Is Apple's new BNPL the death of standalone instalment brands?
The buy now pay later service, called Apple Pay Later, will be available through Apple Pay.
June 07, 2022
Is it time to lock in a term deposit rate or wait?
RACQ, MOVE, ME Bank and more hiked term deposit rates by as much as 85 basis points.
June 03, 2022
How to send money overseas
When transferring money between countries, there’s plenty to consider to avoid hefty fees and inflated exchange rates.
June 01, 2022
How to receive money from overseas
Whether you are short for cash in the final week of that Contiki, or working remotely while on holidays, there is plenty to consider when receiving money from overseas.
June 01, 2022
Don't 'double dip the chip' at tax time - the ATO is watching
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has warned not to make the mistake of double dipping work from home deductions in this year's tax return.
June 01, 2022
Which city suburbs are best for families?
New research from Well Money has identified the top 20 family housing markets in Australia right now.
May 30, 2022
What are Hobart's most liveable yet affordable suburbs?
PRD Real Estate analysed the housing and unit markets in Tasmania's capital, showing property prices are still rising, but the rate of growth is slowing.
May 26, 2022
How can I claim Queensland's $175 cost of living rebate?
Queenslanders will receive a $175 Cost of Living Rebate on their next power bill.
May 26, 2022
NAB launches BNPL 'Nab now, pay later'
"NAB Now Pay Later" will allow NAB customers to split purchases up to $1,000 into four fortnightly payments.
May 26, 2022
RACQ Bank launches green car loan
The fixed interest rate is 5.59% p.a. with a 5.59% p.a. comparison rate*.
May 24, 2022
Is Labor going to tinker with personal income taxes?
With Anthony Albanese now at the helm, here's how Labor's policies could impact you at tax time.
May 23, 2022
What personal loans does Jacaranda Finance offer?
According to Jacaranda Finance, there are around three million people in Australia who are deemed ‘unbankable’ by traditional financial institutions.
May 20, 2022
Westpac launches sub-5% car loan for hybrid and electric vehicles
The car loan rates start from 4.99% p.a (comparison rate 6.21%*) for new and used green vehicles up to seven years old.
May 19, 2022
What is shrinkflation?
When it comes to paying for everyday items, manufacturers can reduce the size of items we love to buy but keep the price the same.
May 18, 2022
ATO outlines four priorities for 2022 tax time
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has today announced four key focus areas for tax time 2022.
May 17, 2022
Supply the biggest issue in Tasmania's housing market
New research reveals there is no “quick fix” for Tasmania’s housing supply shortage.
May 16, 2022
What happens to rents after an RBA cash rate rise?
There's plenty of talk about what interest rate rises mean for homeowners and mortgages, but what about renters?
May 10, 2022
Top 20 suburbs that could resist property price falls
The quarterly Well Home Loans Green Shoots Report revealed the top 20 suburbs in Australia that currently show signs of strong price growth.
May 09, 2022
Who are the biggest banks in Australia?
When choosing a financial institution for your banking needs, it’s useful to know who the major players are in the Australian banking landscape.
May 06, 2022
Heritage Bank home loans review
Heritage Bank is one of the longest-standing financial institutions in the country. Since 1875, heritage has grown to become one of the largest customer owned banks in Australia.
May 05, 2022
5 ways to make money online
The subtle art of the side hustle has helped many Aussies generate a bit of cash. Here are five great ways to make money online.
May 04, 2022
Investor lending at an all time high: ABS
ABS data revealed the value of new housing loan commitments rose 1.6% to $33.3 billion in March 2022, fuelled by new investors.
May 04, 2022
How to claim the Victorian $250 power saving payment
Victorians are eligible to claim a one-off $250 payment to reduce cost of living pressures. Here's what you need to know.
May 04, 2022
