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 to earn Flybuys points from eBay
You can link your eBay account to your Flybuys account to earn one point accrues for every $2 spent on eligible purchases, but what is an eligible purchase?
Don’t be a victim of sexually transmitted debt: Money dos and don’ts in relationships
Figuring out how to budget with your partner can be tough. Here are some dos and don'ts for managing your money as a couple.
Royal commission: should shareholders be worried?
Like them or loathe them, our big banks have an impressive track record as a solid investment. But could the banking royal commission leave the banks - and their shareholders - nursing financial wounds?
The best travel cards, insurance and more: Travel Awards 2017
From insurance and holiday cash to staying connected overseas, the Travel Awards showcase the best deals to help you save while travelling.
What Australia’s biggest bank is doing to win back customers
Free ATM access. A home deposit savings account. A new credit card interest rate. CBA is rolling out a series of new offers in a bid to retain customers, but is it enough?
Shipping container scam: how to spot the warning signs
The West Australian government, on its ScamNet website, names Pacific Tycoon as "one example of an alleged sea container leasing Ponzi scheme".
How to rent without paying a bond
Stumping up a rental bond can be a big ask for tenants but a new solution lets renters hold onto precious cash without compromising landlords' security.
Toll rort costs Aussies $160 million a year
Unpaid tolls are leaving motorists hundreds of dollars out of pocket, and even facing imprisonment.
The pros and cons of buying a franchise
Australia has three times more franchise outlets per capita than the US, with 79,000 outlets which rake in a combined annual turnover of more than $146 billion. But is it still a wise business move?
Prepay and save: how to score discounts by paying upfront
Paying in advance can deliver big savings on fuel, parking, travel and more, so it's worth checking out your options.
