Tom Watson is a senior journalist at Money magazine, and one of the hosts of the Friends With Money podcast. He's previously worked as a journalist covering everything from property and consumer banking to financial technology. Tom has a Bachelor of Communication (Journalism) from the University of Technology, Sydney. Connect with Tom Watson on LinkedIn.
How to protect your mental health during money stress
Three in four Australians are financially stressed. Ahead of R U OK? Day, here's how to protect your mental health when money is tight.
Are rewards credit cards still worth it after banks cut points?
Australians who rely on credit cards to rack up frequent flyer points are being warned to brace for sweeping changes, with major banks hiking annual fees, cutting earn rates and stripping away popular perks ahead of the October 1 surcharge ban.
Friends With Money #271: Are term deposits back?
With interest rates near their highest levels in years, many savers will be taking a fresh look at term deposits. But are they the right home for your cash?
Are you beating the average? How much Aussies have in super
Are you falling behind on super? New data shows how much Australians have saved for retirement at every stage of life.
How to avoid a costly super switching mistake
The tactics that persuaded thousands to move their super to First Guardian and Shield are still being used. Here's how to spot them.
Australia’s cheapest home loan rates aren’t from the big banks
Often overlooked by borrowers, customer-owned banks are offering some of the sharpest home loan rates on the market.
Friends With Money #270: The ETF investing playbook
In August 2001, Australia's first ETFs were launched. Today, more than two million Australians own them. So what can investors learn from 25 years of ETF investing?
Car insurance costs up 42%: How to avoid overpaying
As car insurance premiums continue to climb, experts say drivers who review their cover, compare quotes and negotiate may be able to lower their costs.
Why smart people still fall for scams
Think you'd never fall for a scam? The tactics scammers use are more sophisticated than ever, and they've cost Australians $157 million this year.
How to invest in Australia’s data centre boom
Data centres are powering the AI boom, and attracting billions in investment. Here's how Australian investors can tap into the trend.
