There is a common misconception that if you need to take out a personal loan to cover unexpected expenses or fund a purchase, you must be bad at saving and financial management. But the reality is, personal loans are commonly used by Australians across various income levels and for all sorts of reasons.
For high interest rate chasers, savings accounts are pretty appealing right now. Following multiple cash rate hikes in 2022, rates have continued to increase.
So, you want to compare TPG and iiNet NBN plans? Well, you’ve come to the right place.
Has the new most recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report gotten you thinking about how to fight the climate crisis? Are you stuck and don’t know where to start? You can start by changing your finances to be with institutions that are doing their part to create a more sustainable economic future. Let’s take a look at how:
Everyone knows that when applying for a personal loan, having a good credit score can give you an advantage. But just how much of an advantage does a good credit history provide?
Property prices have skyrocketed over the last year, but recent lockdowns have caused a ripple of uncertainty in the market which could be a precursor to a brief period of that price growth plateauing. And if you’ve already had your eye on house sale listings for a while, this movement might have you thinking about investing.
Faster internet could be on the cards for Victorians with the state government and NBN Co signing a co-investment agreement to deliver more fibre and quicker internet to more areas across the state.
Whether you are buying or selling a home, going through this process alone isn’t always easy. With the help of a real estate agent, your chances of finding the best possible results may increase.
Despite the financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, new research has revealed that the level of ‘financial comfort’ felt by many households, including household savings balances, has actually improved over the past year and a half.
The reason crime rates affect car insurance is because insurance is all about risk.
Aussie households could soon spot a new charge on their electricity bills should Energy Ministers agree to a proposal for a new capacity payment to power companies, according to a recent report from the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) and Green Energy Markets.
There are changes in the works for ING customers who hold an Orange Everyday transaction account.
In a bid to help small businesses struggling to keep afloat amid ongoing lockdowns and border closures, the federal government has announced it will be expanding the eligibility criteria of the SME Recovery Loan Scheme.
Whether you enjoy an op shop excursion for the budget-friendly prices or more sustainable consumption, things have certainly changed in how we shop for preloved items.
Did someone say personal loan interest rate cuts? That’s right! While COVID restrictions might have Aussies locked down at home, personal loan rates have been moving.
A new law will come into effect this week via an amendment to the Strata Schemes Management Act, which will allow more apartment residents to keep their animal companions in their property.
Though the current lockdowns pose a fresh batch of challenges for Australian businesses, investment in new assets has skyrocketed, with CBA data revealing that asset finance lending was up 20 per cent in FY21.
One thing that’s gone missing from our average week is small talk at the barbecue.
Loan approvals can seem like a scary thing. Especially when it feels like lenders use a monster-sized magnifying glass to look into every nook and cranny of your finances. But the truth is, when applying for a personal loan, these types of checks are nothing to be afraid of … as long as you’re prepared. So with this in mind, we’ve put together 3 ways of improving your chances of getting approved. Read on and find out!
It’s no secret many Australians have turned to fluffy, four-legged friends to help them get through the instability and social isolation of the last 18 months. Animal rescue and adoption groups like the RSPCA and PetRescue have seen massive surges in people looking to take home pets.
With housing prices skyrocketing in all the capital cities in Australia, it’s safe to assume that buying a house by yourself won’t happen. So maybe you could start by daydreaming about teaming up with your friends.
Internet service provider TPG Telecom has signed a new wholesale agreement that could see up to 40 new retailers start selling plans on their Fibre-to-the-building (FTTB) network.
More than 400,000 residential broadband customers moved to higher speed plans in the June 2021 quarter, a report from the ACCC has shown.
ANZ has become the latest lender to offer a lender's mortgage insurance (LMI) exemption to eligible home loan borrowers, with doctors, accountants and lawyers among a list of professionals who could benefit from the waiver.
A major move is in the works in the customer-owned banking scene as Toowoomba-based Heritage Bank and Adelaide-based People’s Choice Credit Union are currently looking to join forces.
BHP’s oil business and Woodside Petroleum will merge to become Australia’s largest publicly-listed energy company and one of the 10 largest energy companies worldwide.
Finance and business sectors are being urged to fast-track emission reduction efforts after the latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report . It found current measures will not be sufficient to keep global warming at bay in line with targets.
Aussies are spending almost $500 a month on discretionary purchases via social media and apps, according to a new study from UBank .
The infrastructure upgrade across the NBN network is underway, with the aim for 10,000 homes to be eligible for faster internet speeds by the end of this year before extending to other households over 2022 and 2023.
The number of people planning to renew their life insurance policies has jumped from one in three to 50% of policyholders over the last year.
Plans for Australia’s largest battery storage project have been revealed by renewable energy developer Syncline. The proposal would see the battery located in Victoria and connected to the state’s main 500kV transmission network.
NAB has launched a specialised business financing product for their Muslim customers, the latest result of a program that began five years ago.
Australia is behind other developed countries in renewable energy and emissions, a new report shows. Despite increased uptake in green power and a number of clean energy projects around the country, Aussies are still too slow to embrace new technologies and transition away from fossil fuels.
Citi has today announced an agreement for NAB to acquire its consumer bank in Australia.
Today two Hunter-based major regional banks announced that they will merge by the start of 2022, to become a regional bank powerhouse.
All in this week’s best banking news recap: editor’s pick.
Everyone eventually gets some type of buyer's remorse when shopping. It usually happens when you make an impulsive purchase and then after a few hours or days you find yourself regretting your decision.
The number of first home buyers taking out new home loans has dropped to its lowest level in eight months according to lending indicators released by the Australian Bureau Statistics (ABS) on Tuesday.
It’s a common sight to see ‘for sale’ signs on houses with an auction date all across Australia. House auctions have become popular in major cities in recent years, especially with property prices on the continual rise.
The Reserve Bank of Australia will be going forward with its plans to scale back its bond purchasing program in September, despite the economic fallout caused by the delta outbreak.
In some heartening news this week, Telstra has just made calls from its 15,000 existing payphones to Australian landline and mobile numbers free!
Customer-owned bank bcu has announced the launch of a new cashback deal which could see mortgage holders pocket thousands of dollars for taking out a new home loan.
Got unpaid debt? Whether it’s a personal loan, credit card or even a home loan, chances are you’d prefer to see your debt out of your life than in it. So the question is: is it always a good idea to prioritise your debt instead of focusing on growing your savings stash? Or can both be done in tandem? We’ve asked the question of Mozo’s banking expert, Peter Marshall as well as Sebastian Paulin, Plenti’s head of direct lending, and Joanne Edwards, Wisr’s chief risk and data officer. And boy we got the answers!
Multinational mining, metals and petroleum giant BHP has announced plans to build two solar farms and a battery energy system to power its Nickel West mining operation in Western Australia. The announcement follows a deal inked with electric vehicle and clean energy company Tesla that will see BHP provide Australian nickel to the company.
If you needed proof that competition is running hot for Australian mortgage holders, the last few weeks has done just that, as lenders have taken their knives to home loan rates once again.
We’ve officially entered the month of August (time flies when in lockdown). For real though, we hope you’re all staying safe and keeping your spirits high if you’re in any lockdown-affected areas. That being said, here’s your favourite financial checklist to help keep you busy: