Helpful Money Tips Archives

5 easy tips to start your financial year with a bang

With the new financial year rapidly approaching, here are 5 easy tips/goals to get you ahead and ideally help you make headway on a savings goal. By adopting these simple…

Coronavirus scams to look out for

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, scammers are cashing in on public fears around contracting the virus. Widespread apprehension, fake news and global supply shortages have created the perfect storm for…

Best side hustles to start while on lockdown 2020

With COVID-19 forcing everyone to be on lockdown or self-isolating, you’ve no doubt discovered that you have plenty of free time. What if you could earn some extra income? Starting…

Personal Loans versus Buy Now Pay Later facilities : What to compare and consider

With so many retailers and businesses now offering Buy Now Pay Later services, such as Afterpay and Zip Money, Australians are being exposed to these schemes on a daily basis,…

Personal Loans versus Credit Cards : What to compare and consider

If you’re trying to decide between a personal loan or a credit card, cost and time to pay off are two of the most important factors to consider. When it…

How disasters can affect your credit rating. The steps you can take to minimise the impact. And, what lenders can do to help.

In the wake of Australia’s devastating bushfires, a spotlight has fallen on the aftermath natural disasters can silently wreak on people’s credit rating and financial well-being. The impact of a…

Consolidate buy now pay later with a debt consolidation loan

If you overspent at Christmas, you’re not alone. Many of us feel pressured to splash out during the silly season, and this can leave a serious dent in our wallets.…

How buy now pay later services can affect your chances of loan approval

Buy now pay later (BNPL) services are on the rise in Australia. Around 1.9 million Aussies say they’ve used services like Afterpay or Zip Pay at least once over the…

Silly season spending habits that can harm your credit score

Our wallets can really take a hit at Christmas. Between end of year celebrations, Christmas shopping and sales season, it’s easy to spend up a storm if you aren’t careful.…

How do I check my credit score?

With Comprehensive Credit Reporting (CCR) being introduced in Australia, knowing how to check your credit score and what can impact it, is more important than ever before. If you’ve ever…

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