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Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Credit Cards vs Personal Loans vs Payday Loans

Three of the most popular methods for borrowing a bit of extra cash are credit cards, personal loans and payday loans. Each of these loan types have their share of benefits and drawbacks, making them better suited to different financial circumstances.

Credit Cards

24 Jan, 2017

12 min read

Credit Cards vs Personal Loans vs Payday Loans
Patricia Babalis

Banks prepare for consumer shift to a digital wallet

A new banking app to be launched by NAB at the end of the year will allow customers to start using their credit cards the minute they are approved.

Credit Cards

13 Sep, 2016

2 min read

Banks prepare for consumer shift to a digital wallet
Patricia Babalis

Card fraud costing Aussies $2.1 billion

Card fraud is on the rise with the nation experiencing $2.1 billion worth of fraud during the 2014-15 period according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Credit Cards

13 May, 2016

3 min read

Card fraud costing Aussies $2.1 billion
Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

How do you protect your credit card overseas?

Are you planning to travel overseas with a credit card? Here are some ways to protect your funds when you're in a foreign country.

Credit Cards

23 Aug, 2015

4 min read

How do you protect your credit card overseas?
Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Five ways to build your savings in your 20s

When you're in your twenties, big financial commitments can seem a long way off. However, building your savings with these tips can be useful.

Credit Cards

13 Aug, 2015

4 min read

Five ways to build your savings in your 20s
Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

What's your credit card personality?

Broadly speaking, it's possible to categorise individuals in different groups - or 'personalities'. Here are four common types of credit card holders that might sound familiar.

Credit Cards

11 May, 2015

4 min read

What's your credit card user profile?
Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

The do's and don't's of credit card spending

A credit card is a powerful product that can land you in trouble if you don't use it right. You ought to know what you should and should not spend it on.

Credit Cards

14 Apr, 2015

5 min read

The do's and don't's of credit card spending
Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Visa versus MasterCard: how both stack up

When completing a credit card comparison, you might be wondering whether to opt for MasterCard or Visa. Here's a rundown on what both companies offer.

Credit Cards

11 Dec, 2014

4 min read

Visa versus MasterCard: how both credit cards stack up
Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Aussies to spend $8m in overseas ATM fees this Christmas

Australians are used to spending a little more when going overseas, but they might be surprised how much they're throwing away on fees.

Credit Cards

04 Dec, 2014

3 min read

ATM fees on credit cards and transaction accounts bite
Kate Cowling

How to layby a holiday

Whisk yourself away to an exotic location, but take the stress out of it by doing a holiday layby, rather than hurting your credit card in one swoop.

Credit Cards

13 Nov, 2014

3 min read

Layby a holiday: beat credit card interest rate fees
Kate Wick

Four ways to get free stuff

You can use your credit card to get free stuff, while getting samples in the post is another way to get something for nothing. Read on for more thrifty tips!

Credit Cards

09 Nov, 2014

3 min read

Four ways to get free stuff
Kate Wick

Are Australians too relaxed about online privacy?

With Australians taking a relaxed approach to online sharing and a rise in online scams — is there cause for concern?

Credit Cards

23 Sep, 2014

4 min read

Are Australians too relaxed about online privacy?

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