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How big data is helping Aussie consumers get a better deal
Australia's new credit reporting system means more data is available to lenders, but only under certain conditions, thanks to Australia's strict privacy laws. It's a far cry from the Wild West scenario in place in countries where data is up for sale to the highest bidder.
How to avoid the Christmas debt hangover this new year
So it's on sale but you have to rack up debt to buy it? It's not a bargain. Here's how to survive the spending season without waking up to a debt hangover in the new year.
Ask Paul: I owe $70k in credit card debt and can’t see a way out
Repeated bouts of unemployment have left David in $70,000 of credit card debt on top of a $400,000 mortgage. How can he dig his way out of the debt?
Why we need to watch out for the ‘wealth effect’ and avoid debt
If you are feeling wealthier when you look at your rising super balance, watch out you don't increase your spending and take on more debt to live more comfortably.
Payday lenders are using Facebook to target the financially vulnerable
Social media and blogs are quickly becoming the honeytrap of choice for payday lenders, providing an unregulated space where their products can be touted under the guise of lifestyle advice.
Financial hardship is Australia’s silent killer and it’s on the rise
Financial hardship affects thousands of Australians and the Salvation Army is stepping up its fight to help.
Why it’s already time to start saving money for Christmas
With just under 13 weeks to go until December, there's still time to set aside enough cash to take the sting out of Christmas.
Backstage reality: how to avoid falling prey to the rock star trap
There is an old saying in the music business: "You can make a killing, you just can't make a living." Flirting with the rock star trap is a dangerous game.
Paying off your home doesn’t make sense, but we did it anyway
Do we think property and shares will do better than 4% over time? Of course we do. But we made the choice to become debt free on our home because we sleep better at night, writes Paul Clitheroe.
Ask Paul: Can we afford a $300,000 renovation?
With a mortgage, an investment loan, and a job change on the horizon, can Dom and his family afford to borrow money for a $300,000 renovation?
