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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
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
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
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
24 Aug, 2015
4 min read
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
14 Aug, 2015
4 min read
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
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
15 Apr, 2015
5 min read
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
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
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
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
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
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