Money mule scams are becoming more common in Australia, with criminals recruiting victims through job ads and romance offers. Here are some tips to keep yourself safe. You may have seen the work of ‘money mules’ on crime TV shows or movies, but in recent months, real-life examples of the illegal activity have been popping … Read more
If you’re struggling to qualify for a loan on your own, there may be other ways to secure your first home. Here are five popular strategies. With property prices still high and rising in many major cities, the dream of home ownership can feel like it’s moving further out of reach for many Australians. For … Read more
by Nicki Hutley Australia’s economic growth has slowed and unemployment has begun to rise. But what happens from here and what does it mean for interest rates and household budgets? Economist Nicki Hutley provides an overview of what to expect from the economy in the year ahead, and what it might mean for you. There … Read more
Real-estate auctions are often a rite of passage to owning your first home, but they can be stressful without careful preparation and strategy. We have some tips on how to prepare for your first auction and bid wisely, so that you don’t overpay or miss out on your dream home due to a lack of … Read more
Scams associated with Taylor Swift’s concerts have highlighted the risks around ticket scams. We have some tips on how to make sure any tickets you buy are legitimate. Ticket scams are back in the headlines again after scammers targeted Taylor Swift fans with fake ticket sales through social media ahead of her Eras Tour. More … Read more
Money might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of romance. But did you know having healthy discussions about money can not only improve your financial wellbeing but also build trust and improve your relationship? Whether you broach the subject on Valentine’s Day or set another time for ‘money date … Read more
After a busy couple of months of holidays, it’s time for the kids to go back to school. While some parents may breathe a sigh of relief when that first day rolls around, others will be worried about mounting associated costs in an inflation-fuelled environment. Here are a few ideas to prepare for school expenses, … Read more
While Australians are increasingly – and rightly – concerned about the security of their money in an age of scams, customer-owned banks have lifted their protection mechanisms even further to ensure their members’ money is safe. That’s on top of the guardrails that were already in place, such as strict regulations. Here are some of … Read more
By Nicki Hutley Understanding economic concepts can be a powerful tool to help you in making decisions about your work, your purchasing choices, and borrowing and investing. It can also help to better understand what our politicians are talking about. But economists don’t always make it easy, so we’ve put together a quick guide to … Read more
