The shopping shortcuts which could cost you

With ‘buy now, pay later’ schemes and interest-free deals becoming increasingly popular with Australian shoppers and big-name retailers, there has never been more temptation at the checkout. While these payment options are giving every day Aussies the chance to buy the items that they want and pay them off over time, some of the deals on off...

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Renovate or Sell?

If your property is no longer ticking all the boxes, we’ve collected a few of the major pros and cons you should consider before you decide if you should stay or go. Renovating your home Deciding to renovate can be an exciting challenge! You get to tailor make the changes that you want and design everything to suit your style and budget. Plus, if y...

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How to get a great deal on a second hand car.

So, you’ve decided it’s time to upgrade your car... what’s your next move? Purchasing a reliable second-hand car which won’t break the bank can be tricky, which is why we’ve compiled this checklist to simplify your purchase and avoid being ripped-off. Set your budget It’s critical to set a budget for how much you can afford to spend. Remembe...

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Refinancing: FAQ’s

If you’ve had your home loan for more than 3 years, new research suggests that you could be paying too much. Today’s mortgage market is very competitive, so it makes good financial sense to review your home loan from time to time to see if you could be saving money and if your loan offers the flexibility you need [i]. Not long ago we showed you how...

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Five ways to save $1000

If you’re already following a tight household budget saving $1000 might sound like a massive task, but it could be easier than you think. We’ve gathered five practical savings hacks which will help you save $1000 this year. Cut your Coffee If you’re buying your coffee every morning, you’re spending around $4.50 a day. That’s $22.50 a week, and $108...

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Six steps to be ready for unexpected storms

Despite our reputation for generally good weather in Australia, we’re becoming more vulnerable to increasingly intense storms. These are especially so in our long spring and summer months when we’re often on holidays (or dreaming of them) and thinking more about the beach variety of water than it coming from the sky. Severe storms can occur anywher...

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MOVE Bank explains: fixed, variable or split?

If you’ve ever been through the process of choosing a home loan you’ll know that there are literally hundreds of different products to choose from. But before you delve into the sometimes confusing array of loans on offer, there’s one even more important decision you need to make first – what TYPE of loan are you looking for? The majority of home l...

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