Posted on: 05 July, 2021
Do you have a large amount of credit card debt that feels overwhelming?
Even though you may feel like you’re alone, credit card debt is a problem for many Australians. According to the Reserve Bank of Australia, balances accruing interest climbed by $241.7 million in November 2020. However, the deb.....
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Posted on: 05 July, 2021
‘Buy now, Pay Later’ services have become a trendy way for people to pay for goods and services when they do not have the cash up-front, and as an easy alternative to credit cards.
But before you decide to use a ‘Buy now, Pay Later’ service, it important to know exactly how it will impact your budg.....
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Category: Debt Help
Posted on: 05 July, 2021
When real life happens, it often comes with unforeseen financial challenges. A lot of people find difficulties getting their finances back on track, especially after a change in circumstances or financial hardship. In fact, most people who find themselves in financial difficulty find themselves in .....
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Category: Loans
Posted on: 21 May, 2021
You get your first credit card at 18, you make a few silly decisions because you’re young, and before you know it, you’re $10k in debt. You get another credit card to help pay off the first, but you can only afford to pay the interest, so your debt keeps growing no matter how much money you throw a.....
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Category: Credit Card Debt
Posted on: 29 April, 2021
Unfortunately, debt is rarely simple. If you are in debt, you are likely dealing with numerous creditors with varying interest rates and different payment sums. This will have undoubtedly become worse over COVID, as the government policies providing debt relief would have allowed you to rack up mor.....
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Category: Debt Consolidation
Posted on: 25 November, 2019
Are you struggling to pay off one or more credit cards? High interest rates, fees and penalties can sometimes make credit card debt seem never-ending, even if you stop using the card, but there are always options.
Read these 7 tips to help you pay off your plastic and break the debt cycle sooner.
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Category: Credit Card Debt
Posted on: 13 November, 2019
Going through divorce and separation can be a stressful experience, especially if you're worried about how your finances will be affected. Having some idea of what to expect can help you avoid common mistakes and nasty surprises.
While everyone's situation is different, here are some of the basic s.....
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Category: Wealth Management
Posted on: 23 September, 2019
The Bank of Mum and Dad became one of Australia's top 10 lenders last year, with more than half of young Aussies seeking financial help from their parents to buy their first home.
If you want to help your kids take their first step on the property ladder, there are more ways to do it than just lend.....
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Category: Wealth Management
Posted on: 16 September, 2019
With consumer debt continuing to rise, more Australians are relying on payday lenders as a quick fix when they need some extra cash. These lenders offer small amount loans to people who might be refused a traditional bank loan because of their circumstances.
Of course, like everything that sounds t.....
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Category: Loans
Posted on: 23 August, 2019
More than 1 in 3 people in Australia live from paycheck to paycheck, according to UBank research. If you feel like there's never any money left at the end of the month, the 50/20/30 budgeting rule could help you to take better control of your finances.
This rule of thumb was popularised by Elizabet.....
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Category: Budgeting