Almost one million Australians ditched their credit card in the 12 months to September, the Reserve Bank reported this week. 594, 289 credit card accounts [...]

If you have been searching for cheap credit cards in Australia, you can compare low rate and no-annual fee credit cards from Australia’s banks, credit [...]

Credit card issuers are under pressure to sign up new customers at the moment. And that has led to the proliferation of some amazingly generous [...]

Which is better – Afterpay or a credit card? Buy now, pay later or credit? Afterpay, Zip, Openpay, LatitudePay and other buy now, pay later [...]

Latitude Financial is a prominent lender in Australia with a long history specialising in consumer credit, personal loans and insurance. Latitude Financial has been in [...]

If you’re looking for the best American Express credit card for earning rewards points then you could be on a comparison site for some time [...]

Virgin Australia Velocity is one of the world’s best airline loyalty schemes, so if you have a Virgin or Velocity linked credit card, you’ll be [...]

A balance transfer credit card can help you consolidate and transfer balances from other credit cards and loans onto a new card with a lower [...]

The ANZ Frequent Flyer Black Visa credit card might well be Australia’s favourite credit card, or at least one of the most desired credit cards. [...]

If you’ve recently got a Qantas Frequent Flyer credit card then you’re probably wondering what the best ways to earn frequent flyer points are. The [...]

If you’ve been wondering about balance transfers and whether one would work for you, find out more about it all in this, your guide to [...]

By Jason Bryce Banks and other credit card issuers are offering hundreds of thousands of Qantas Frequent Flyer, Virgin Velocity and other rewards points to [...]

If you have a Qantas credit card you can earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points with every dollar you spend on day–to–day purchases. Very often, your [...]

Coles and Woolworths both offer credit cards that you can use in either store, as well as anywhere else that accepts credit cards. Each provider [...]

Credit card issuers have been hauled over the coals by the Hayne Banking Royal Commission and banking industry regulators. The result is new rules to [...]

Last month, Australia’s best-loved airline announced a fleet of changes to its Qantas Frequent Flyer program, meaning more seats and cheaper taxes for millions of [...]

The ASIC Commissioner is “deeply troubled” by how the banks “unfairly” sold junk insurance to credit card customers. And he’s issued a warning – We’re [...]

If you’re a frequent traveller, whether it’s sheer wanderlust or business (or both, if you’re lucky), then a frequent flyer credit card may well be [...]

If you’re a frequent flyer, no matter whether it’s for business, leisure or a combination of both, you might be looking for a credit card [...]

If you’re looking to do a balance transfer on your credit card but have ‘bad credit’ then you could be on the right track to [...]

A bad credit history is bad news because it can lower your chances of securing a personal loan, credit card and even a home loan. [...]

One of the worst things about having a bad credit rating or credit history is worrying that you’ll never manage to dig yourself out of [...]

Thirteen million Qantas Frequent Flyer members now need fewer points to claim an economy class seat on an international flight and will pay less in [...]

Whether you’re struggling with your credit card repayments or whether you’d just like to reduce them so you can divert the saved funds somewhere else, [...]

So you have been paying down your car loan but now you just want to get rid of it. You may be thinking of paying [...]

When you first start using a credit card you probably don’t think about how the interest is calculated and added up each month. What might [...]

First lender smashes through 3 per cent barrier The first lender in Australia to announce a retail home loan rate under three per cent is [...]

More and more Aussies are cutting up their credit cards for good, but they aren’t giving up on spending. In the lead up to Christmas [...]

New record low home loan rate announced Two lenders have already announced significant interest rate cuts, well ahead of an expected RBA rate cut next [...]

Credit card purchase interest rates are averaging 17 per cent, despite RBA rate cuts. However it’s easy to find a good low rate credit card, [...]

New York-based Goldman Sachs is poised to take a 50 per cent stake in JB Were for several hundred million dollars. Senior Goldman executives are [...]

B-Pay fraud has started again - criminals are using credit cards to circumvent recently-installed security safeguards. In Sydney over the past three weeks 12 people [...]

In the market for a new credit card? Find the best deal by comparing the special offers different banks and other financial institutions have on [...]

The life of a university student is so varied and unlike any other part of your life. For many people, it’s their first time living [...]

Qantas Frequent Flyer Partners The Qantas Frequent Flyer rewards program is all about being rewarded for your everyday spending. As a Qantas Frequent Flyer member [...]

How does the Qantas Frequent Flyer program work? As a Qantas Frequent Flyer member, you’ll earn points for every dollar you spend on eligible transactions, [...]

The tree is back in the box, the Christmas lights are packed away and even the Christmas-crazy neighbours have brought in their lights. The only [...]

Credit cards seem easy enough to understand. You apply for one with your chosen lender, and once approved you have the freedom to purchase goods [...]

With so many rewards credit cards to choose from, many with similar interest rates and perks, credit card companies use loyalty programs as an incentive [...]

When comparing credit cards, you’re often told to consider the interest rate, but what exactly is interest? And how do lenders calculate how much interest [...]

Want to see the world on a backpacker’s budget? The right credit card rewards program could see you accumulating points towards free flights and upgrades, [...]

Taking out a credit card can have a huge impact on your finances, so it’s important to choose one that suits you and your financial [...]

Are you in the market for a new credit card? Before you make any decisions about which credit card to use, it’s important to research [...]

Australian’s biggest banks have decided to axe ATM’s fees for customers of other banks. Commonwealth Bank (CBA) announced on Sunday that they were axing ATM [...]

A credit card allows you to borrow money from your bank up to a pre-approved amount. It allows you the flexibility to manage your day [...]

Whether you've rented a new property, bought your first home or you're moving interstate, moving day can start to feel overwhelming. Here are some quick [...]

Some people find it easier to manage a budget and account for every last cent than to put 10% of their income away in case [...]

For most families, foregoing your full-time employment to follow your dreams isn't an option. You've got kids to feed, clothe and entertain, not to mention [...]

For many older Australians, travelling during retirement is a much-deserved reward after a long career. Whether you want to buy a caravan and trek around [...]

A wedding can be one of the most special days of your life – but it can also be one of the most expensive. The [...]

Leaving Australian shores to see the world is a rite of passage, but before you begin your travels, there are a few things you need [...]

A balance transfer credit card is an increasingly popular way to pay down credit card debt and avoid interest. A balance transfer deal offers a [...]

Are you hoping to settle your debts, save for a trip overseas or maybe start a small business in 2018? Whatever your financial goals this [...]

Do you have $1,000 or less to invest? Here are three strategic moves you can make with your money to help maximise your family's finances [...]

Ready to upgrade your car, but don't want to wait for your savings to grow? A car loan could be the right choice to help [...]

Want to pay off your debts and regain control of your finances? Here are some options that may help. If you’re anything like the average [...]

Whether you're making everyday purchases, buying a big-ticket item or want to consolidate debt, a credit card can be a convenient tool for managing your [...]

If there’s one thing we can expect in life, it’s the unexpected. When that involves medical bills, house or car repairs, or redundancy, where would [...]

A credit card can be a handy financial tool for managing your household budget and supporting your desired lifestyle. But with so many different credit [...]

The rate of card fraud is booming. $469 million worth of fraudulent card transactions were recorded in Australia in 2015 according to the Australian Payments [...]

If you pay off your credit card every month, your card is basically free right? Not necessarily. You may have chosen a credit card that [...]

Which credit cards will help you earn frequent flyer points and get free flights quickly? Some credit cards with rewards programs will give you a [...]

One big bank is making big cuts to credit card purchase interest rates. Which is surprising because, unlike mortgage and savings rates, credit card interest [...]

Growing numbers of Aussies are cutting up their credit card and choosing a good debit card linked to a great everyday transaction banking account. Now, [...]

Everyone knows that credit card interest rates are always high right? And the best thing to do with a credit card debt is try to [...]

Almost half of all Aussies will fail to repay their Christmas credit card spending within their interest-free period. News Limited reported this week that four [...]

Credit card users need to know all about their interest-free periods if they want to avoid big interest bills on their card debt. Standard credit [...]

  At Christmas time you might want to increase your credit card limit, or perhaps reduce it prevent overspending. Credit card balance limits start at [...]

Banks, credit unions and other credit card issuers are making big changes to credit cards in response to new rules being introduced in 2017. From [...]

Would you switch banks to get the mobile wallet and contactless payment option that suits you and your mobile phone handset? Well, increasingly Australians are [...]

Almost half a billion dollars worth of card (and cheque) transactions made in Australia last year were fraudulent according to new official data released by [...]

Do you need to extract yourself from a relationship? Are you ending a marriage or de-facto relationship that has gone really bad? It’s not an [...]

Credit card purchase rates average over 17 per cent, with many cards charging more than 20 per cent after the interest-free period ends. Right now, [...]

Would you switch banks to enable Apple Pay on your iPhone? Apple Pay is the new way to shop and pay for goods and services [...]

Plenty of credit cards promote their Qantas Frequent Flyer, Velocity or other points-based rewards schemes. However, credit card rewards schemes have changed significantly over the [...]

Credit card users are paying up to 23.49 per cent in interest on their purchases and up to $700 in annual fees. Credit card debt [...]

Comparing credit cards is easier when you fully understand the different terms and features on offer. At first it might seem like providers are speaking [...]

Credit cards are a convenient way to pay bills and shop online. But when it comes to applying for a credit card, it can be [...]

Did you know that one big bank is switching hundreds of thousands of credit card customers from Mastercard credit cards to new Visa cards? That [...]

For credit cardholders with more than one credit card debt, making the monthly repayments can be difficult. Right now, Aussies collectively owe $51.3 billion on [...]

The big switch Would you switch your everyday transaction account or credit card from the bank you have used for years, just so you can [...]

With so many different options out there, choosing a credit card that best suits your unique lifestyle and spending habits can be confusing.But taking the [...]

Are you shopping for a new credit card? Do you know what you want? Perhaps, like many Aussies you are looking for a great balance [...]

Are you shopping for a new credit card? Do you know what you want? Knowing what you want in a credit card is the first [...]

Average credit card interest rates have not fallen along with the official RBA cash rate, home loan mortgage rates and many other personal loan rates. [...]

Balance transfer credit cards are booming in popularity as banks and credit unions try to poach each other’s customers. There are now 105 balance transfer [...]

Apple Pay is now available in Australia, through one bank’s credit card and transaction accounts only. ANZ Bank is offering Apple Pay on ANZ Visa [...]

Australian consumers are paying off their credit cards according to the latest Reserve Bank payment data. The average balance accruing interest on credit and charge [...]

A new innovation in the credit card market is low interest deals for big purchases. The credit card holder nominates a big purchase, or a [...]

Aussies love credit cards. There are more than 15 million credit cards on issue in Australia. There are far fewer personal loans. Yet personal loans [...]

A class action representing hundreds of thousands of Australian credit card users who objected to high late payment and other ‘penalty’ fees has been rejected [...]

Do you want a credit card that gives you points for free airline flights, other rewards and even cash back? Sounds great right?  Yes, well [...]

In a major step forward for banking and payments in Australia, Google has launched Android Pay with 28 banks and credit unions now offering the service. [...]

Fixed repayment credit cards are a new innovation in the Australian credit card market. Fixed repayment credit cards are worth considering for people who want [...]

Australians are getting smarter with their credit cards. Aussies are now less likely to be racking up big debts on big purchases and paying big [...]

More Aussies struggling with credit card debt There are more than 15 million credit cards on issue in Australia and more and more Australians seem [...]

A balance transfer credit card deal offers a low or zero rate of interest for a set period of time - typically between four and [...]

Choosing between a personal loan and a credit card means weighing up a few key factors. These include fees, rates and flexibility. What is a [...]

Most credit card issuers have kept their purchase interest rates steady despite 12 official RBA interest rate cuts since 2011. Many credit card companies have [...]

Westpac has decided to refund foreign transaction fees to its credit card customers. Westpac said this is because it has been telling its credit card [...]