News archive for March 2018

March 2018

March financial wrap up

March financial wrap up

The third month of the year certainly was a busy one when it comes to money matters. The Banking Royal Commission kicked off its first round of public hearings, the big boys moved on home loan rates and we launched the latest edition of our prestigious Experts Choice Awards.

AMP to slash 3.00% Bett3r Account rate from June 1

AMP to slash 3.00% Bett3r Account rate from June 1

Australians trying to get the best return on their money via a high interest savings account could be forgiven for feeling exasperated at the fluctuations among market leading offers in recent years, with AMP the latest bank to announce a bonus rate offer cut.

Best low deposit home loans of 2018 revealed

Best low deposit home loans of 2018 revealed

If you’re currently saving for a house deposit, then you’ve probably been scrimping and saving everywhere you can. But even the most frugal spenders can often find stacking up a 20% deposit almost impossible.

The best home loans in Australia for 2018

The best home loans in Australia for 2018

Given the mountain of different providers and rates available when it comes to choosing a home loan, Aussie borrowers can be forgiven for finding it hard to pick the best option. But finding the right home loan could be the biggest financial decision you make - one that could mean the difference between tens of thousands of dollars in interest saved over the life of a loan.

Is a fixed energy plan the best option for your budget?

Is a fixed energy plan the best option for your budget?

As steep electricity prices wreak havoc with Aussies’ household budgets, a number of energy providers like AGL and EnergyAustralia are looking at new ways to solve the problem, including offering prepaid or fixed rate energy plans.

Aussies increasingly heading abroad over Easter, says Allianz

Aussies increasingly heading abroad over Easter, says Allianz

The Easter break gives travel-happy Aussies the perfect excuse to get away from the daily grind, but fresh research from Allianz Travel Insurance has revealed that we’re increasingly ditching the old-school road trip in favour of overseas trips.

Time for the talk: Kids' money management skills in a digital age

Time for the talk: Kids' money management skills in a digital age

Parents, it’s time. Time to sit your kids down for the talk - the money talk that is. Whether it’s getting to grips with the concepts of goal setting and budgeting, or introducing practical financial products like savings accounts and debit cards, giving children access to financial knowledge and tools early on could prove crucial later in life.

Award winning term deposits to grow your savings stash

Award winning term deposits to grow your savings stash

If it’s time you locked your rainy day fund away to grow, you might be on the hunt for an excellent term deposit offer - and the good news is, for those who know where to look, there are still some top spots to stash your savings.

North Queensland storms: What is your banking provider doing?

North Queensland storms: What is your banking provider doing?

Days of severe rainfall and flooding in North Queensland - particularly in the Cassowary Coast and Hinchinbrook regions - has resulted in millions of dollars of damage as the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) officially declared the storms a “catastrophe” for the region on Saturday.

Suncorp reveals the most dangerous times to be on the road as a Queensland driver

Suncorp reveals the most dangerous times to be on the road as a Queensland driver

If there’s one annoyance that can truly unite commuters the world over, it’s Friday afternoon traffic. And according to new figures from car insurance giant Suncorp, there may be an even better reason for many Queenslanders to avoid the crawling traffic and endless horns on their drive home at the end of the week.

Addicted to spending: Australians unable to crush credit card debt

Addicted to spending: Australians unable to crush credit card debt

Aussies can’t quite tame the urge to splurge according to recent data from peer to peer lender RateSetter which revealed that 28% of balance transfer credit card holders are nearing the end of their promotional period but haven’t managed to crush their debt.

Would you recommended a bank based on its mobile app?

Would you recommended a bank based on its mobile app?

Mobile banking is booming down under and it turns out that if you’re one of the ever-increasing number of Aussies to manage their money via a mobile banking app, you’re far more likely to recommend your bank to your best mate.

Pocketbook named best Money Management App in 2018 Mozo Experts Choice Awards

Pocketbook named best Money Management App in 2018 Mozo Experts Choice Awards

When it comes to budgeting, keeping tabs on every cent that passes through your bank account can be a real hassle, which is why Australians searching for a simpler solution will be pleased to know that the winner of the 2018 Mozo Experts Choice Award for best Money Management App has just been announced.

February financial wrap up

February financial wrap up

Another Aussie summer comes to a close with an outrageous amount of consumer news crammed into just 28 days over the last month.

4 hacks to score more rewards points on your plastic

4 hacks to score more rewards points on your plastic

If you love rewards points as much as we do, then you’ve probably put some time into thinking about the best ways to squeeze every last drop of value out of your rewards plastic. Well, you don’t have to wrack your brains any longer.

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