Banking
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?
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.
Why your bank may be ready to cut your home loan rate
Home loan demand is slowing, and banks are hungry for new customers. Here's why your lender may be more willing to cut your rate.
Offset account failures cost Aussie borrowers millions: ASIC
ASIC says offset account failures at major banks have already cost borrowers millions in lost savings. Here's how to check if you're affected.
Revolut launches bank in Australia with 5.05% savings rate
Revolut launches its Australian bank, Origin Energy admits to a potential data breach, and BYD lifts compensation to $3500 for affected buyers. Here are five things you might have missed this week.
Sent money to the wrong bank account? Here’s what to do
Accidentally transferred money to the wrong bank account? Don't panic, you may still be able to get it back.
Is it safe to share your BSB and bank account number?
Worried about giving someone a BSB and bank account number? Here is when it's safe, the real risks, and how PayID and the NPP can protect personal finances.
How can homeowners engineer their own rate cut?
No rate cut in sight? Compare the Market economic director David Koch explains how to score your own mortgage rate cut.
AMP named Retirement Income Provider of the Year
AMP has been named Retirement Income Provider of the Year for helping retirees enjoy their golden years with the confidence of a guaranteed income for life.
