Credit cards to help with Christmas costs
There are a lot of costs associated with the Christmas period. From presents, food, drinks and Christmas events, it can all really add up and put a strain on your wallet.
AMEX credit card members get ready: Shop Small is Back!
In an attempt to highlight the importance of small businesses, credit card provider American Express has announced that it will be holding its 11th annual Shop Small Movement this November.
The 9 credit card perks you forgot (or didn’t know) you had
There are many reasons why people choose to get a credit card, for example to help improve their credit score, help balance their finances between paychecks or to earn rewards points.
Credit card boom: 5 top low card rate deals
As inflation and rising interest rates put a strain on finances, it's not surprising that more Australians are turning to credit to help buffer their budgets. According to credit reporting agency Equifax, applications for new credit cards surged by 21%^ in the December quarter. Yikes!But a credit card can be an extremely useful financial tool to have at your disposal if you are savvy about when you use it, where you use it, and when to stop using it. And while it can be tempting to be drawn towards cards with flashy rewards points offers and extras like airport lounge access, these cards generally have interest rates over 20% p.a. Fortunately, there are some cards on the market with low interest rates on purchases, and some even come with low fees and perks. With this in mind, here’s our Editors’ round up of low interest credit card deals this month.
Meet ANZ Qantas Business Card with 100,000 bonus points offer
ANZ has just announced its collaboration with Qantas to release a new Business Rewards Card.
AMEX adds new airline partners to their membership program
Good news if you’re an AMEX credit card holder or looking for a new rewards credit card, AMEX has announced that it’s adding Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airlines as transfer partners in Australia and New Zealand.
Millennials turn to credit cards to combat cost of living pressure
Consumer education website CreditSmart has looked into credit usage among millennials and seen increasing adoption among this cohort.
How to choose ethical and eco friendly credit cards
When it comes to choosing a credit card there are a lot of factors to consider – the interest rate and the credit card rewards are only the beginning. But what about the feel-good factor behind the card?
Unhappy with your bank? Here are some ethical options in Australia
With many Aussies having an increasing desire for transparency in their banks and products that do good, many providers are adding ethical options to their line ups.
AMEX Member Month is back – what perks are there for members?
For the third year in a row, August has been declared Member Month for AMEX cardholders. Already some of Australia’s best known credit cards, this could be a great time to score some extra perks in your pocket.