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How Hayne royal commission missed the fatal flaw
Ever since financial deregulation in the 1980s we've had a finance industry scandal followed by an inquiry, a quick fix and a declaration that it shouldn't happen again. Commissioner Hayne's final report hasn't gone far enough to end this cycle.
‘Ban lenders paying broker commissions’: Hayne final report
The Hayne royal commission has called for new powers for regulators to clean up the financial services sector, as the final report is handed down.
How new credit card rules could stop you racking up debt
New regulations designed to help stop Australians from getting stuck with problematic credit card debt kicked in on January 1. Find out how they affect you.
How to pause your mortgage payments during pregnancy
When life throws up financial challenges such as maternity leave, a career break, or illness, you can ask your lender to hit pause on your mortgage repayments. Here's what you need to know.
The investors who couldn’t care less about share prices
Retiree investors don't stress about money so long as those juicy franked dividends keep filling the jam jar.
Is now a good time to buy shares in the big four banks?
The big four banks have seen their share price fall between 25% and 35% since 2015, but what if the price factored in something which failed to eventuate?
Will the current credit squeeze turn into a credit crunch?
As the housing market continues to fall sharply around most parts of Australia, the risk of the current credit squeeze turning into a credit crunch is real and is rising.
How a class action could help you claw back money from the banks
A third of Australians could be in for a refund from their super fund if they join Slater and Gordon's Get Your Super Back class action.
When dividends are not enough: where to invest for higher yield
Forget property trusts, mortgage funds and term deposits. Investing for trong yield and total return, not just dividends, is the way forward for retirees.
Need to complain about your bank? The process has changed
From tomorrow there's a new organisation to hear your complaints about financial service providers. Here's how to lodge a complaint with AFCA.
