Savings Accounts

Wage expectations remain low

More Australians don’t believe their wages will rise this year than those who do, according to a poll by EY Sweeney.

By Emma Duffy ● March 26, 2019

Singapore, Paris, Hong Kong: The Economist names the world’s most expensive cities

The Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) 2019 Worldwide Cost of Living Survey reveals how Australian cities compare to the rest of the world when it comes to the cost of living.

By William Jolly ● March 19, 2019

Australia’s income tax rate set to hit 2nd-highest rate in history: Deloitte

An average tax of 20 cents in the dollar of wages and salaries is set to be paid in the 2021-22 financial year, according to projections by Deloitte Access Economics.

By Dominic Beattie ● March 18, 2019

ACTU calls for increase to the minimum wage

The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has called for a $43-per week pay increase for Australia’s lowest paid workers, in the lead up to this year’s federal election.

By William Jolly ● March 13, 2019

Unwanted online purchases costing Australians nearly $400 a year: ME Bank

Not returning unwanted items bought online is having a pretty serious impact on our bank accounts, according to a new ME Bank study.

By William Jolly ● March 13, 2019

Employees could soon choose how often they receive their salary

One new Australian fintech is seeking to change the way Australians get paid, by allowing them to access a portion of their regular salary early.

By William Jolly ● March 11, 2019

How much do you need to save to retire comfortably?

Savings.com.au takes a good hard look at the amount of money the average person needs to live a comfortable retirement.

By William Jolly ● March 07, 2019

Household saving ratio rises slightly to 2.5%

Australia’s household saving ratio has risen marginally from last quarter’s decade-low rate of 2.4%, according to the latest data.

By Dominic Beattie ● March 06, 2019

Australian economy could lose $7 billion to sick days in 2019

Australian workplaces could be saving $7 billion annually if it weren’t for sick days, according to a report by AIG.

By William Jolly ● March 01, 2019

Banking Code shaken up to better protect customer

In response to recommendations from the Hayne Royal Commission’s final report, the Banking Code of Practice will be revamped to provide better protections for Australian banking customers.

By Dominic Beattie ● February 27, 2019

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Refinance home loans.
Rates from 2.19% p.a.

Low-rate car loans
Rates from 3.97%

Savings rates
of up to 3.50%

Term deposit rates
of up to 1.45%

Let us come to you.
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