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Credit Cards

How can I earn more frequent flyer points?

Apart from flying more often, there are other ways you can get more frequent flyer points, including choosing a credit card that offers points as part of their rewards. 

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Alex Ritchie -

10 Feb, 2023 -

6 min read

Credit Cards

How to set up direct debits using your credit card

Is keeping up with your monthly expenses overwhelming? It may be worth considering automating the process of paying your bills by setting up direct debits on your credit card. 

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Alex Ritchie -

09 Feb, 2023 -

6 min read

Car Loans

Tesla Model 3 third highest selling car: compare top-rated green car loans for February

The Tesla Model 3 has reached new heights on the list of most popular Australian cars, according to new figures from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries.

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Alex Ritchie -

09 Feb, 2023 -

3 min read

Bank Accounts

Openpay shuts its doors: what is the future of buy now, pay later?

One of the key Australian players in the buy now, pay later space, Openpay, has collapsed. So, what does this mean for the future of BNPL platforms in Australia?

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Alex Ritchie -

08 Feb, 2023 -

5 min read

Home Loans

Considering refinancing? These are some of the lowest refinancing home loan rates

If you’re one of millions of Australian homeowners watching their variable rate mortgage repayments soar, you may be considering refinancing. Let's explore some of the most competitive refinance rates available today.

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Alex Ritchie -

07 Feb, 2023 -

5 min read

Home Loans

33 lenders offering cashback home loan deals in February 2023

This month, there are 33 lenders offering cashback deals for both refinancers and new buyers. These deals range from $1,500 to $10,000, depending on the size of your home loan. 

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Alex Ritchie -

07 Feb, 2023 -

4 min read

Bank Accounts

New $5 note will NOT feature King Charles III, honours First Nations Australians

The new $5 design is set to remove the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. However, King Charles III will not replace her, but instead the new design is set to honour First Nations Australians.

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Alex Ritchie -

02 Feb, 2023 -

3 min read

Term Deposits

Alternative investments to term deposits

If you’ve been there, done that when it comes to term deposits, you may be curious as to what alternatives are available. Depending on your appetite for risk, there are a range of investment options to consider.

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Alex Ritchie -

31 Jan, 2023 -

6 min read

Superannuation

How do you calculate superannuation?

To calculate your superannuation, you will need to know two things: your current pre-tax income and the current rate for the super guarantee.

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Alex Ritchie -

30 Jan, 2023 -

3 min read

Credit Score

Do fines affect your credit rating?

Have you been hit with a fine? You may be curious to know whether a fine will be recorded on your credit history and if it could affect your credit score.

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Alex Ritchie -

25 Jan, 2023 -

3 min read