Nicola Field is a seasoned personal finance writer with more than 25 years of experience helping Australians make smarter money decisions. A former Chartered Accountant, Nicola has contributed extensively to Money - both print and online - and writes for some of Australia's leading financial institutions. She is the author of Investing in Your Child's Future and Baby or Bust, and has collaborated with financial expert Paul Clitheroe on numerous projects, including books, newspaper columns, and radio scripts. Nicola's deep expertise in budgeting, investing, and family finance makes her a trusted voice in the industry.
How much you will save under HECS changes
A university graduate with the average HECS-HELP debt of $26,500 will have around $1200 wiped from their outstanding balance under student debt reform.
Cost of living stops Aussies from topping up super
Almost two in five Aussies point to cost of living pressures as the main reason they aren't investing anything extra for retirement.
How Stage 3 tax cuts could boost your borrowing power
Bonza leaves passengers up in the air, and first-home buyers could soon be able to borrow more. Here are five things you may have missed.
A beginner’s guide to credit cards
Credit cards can be a useful financial tool - if used wisely. Understanding how they work - from cash advances to interest-free days to how interest is calculated - can help you make the most of your card.
How to boost your super with your Stage 3 tax cut
Stage 3 tax cuts arrive on July 1. If you don't need the extra cash to manage living costs, the tax savings could give your super a valuable boost.
Points taken: The truth about earning credit card rewards
Can hopping between credit cards really boost your frequent flyer points haul, or will it do more harm than good behind the scenes?
Why you need to know what insurance you have through super
Your super fund can be a source of low-cost personal insurance, and there are good reasons to know what you're covered for - and the amount of protection in place.
Your guide to super and divorce
Divorce can now be a million-dollar issue for couples, and it's not just about splitting the family home. So how do you divide superannuation?
Qantas Club fees to increase from April
Qantas Club fees set to soar, and power bills to drop by up to 7% - will you benefit? Here are five things you may have missed this week.
Class action launched over high-interest Toyota dealer loans
If you purchased a car using a loan from Toyota Finance prior to 2018, you could be eligible to be part of a class action seeking compensation for over-the-top finance charges.
