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Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can debt collectors take money out of your bank account?

If you find yourself struggling with an outstanding debt, at some stage you could be contacted by a debt collector. In this situation, remember that both debtors and debt collectors have rights and obligations. For example, a debt collector cannot take money directly from your bank account or salary without a court order.

Bank Accounts

06 Dec, 2022

2 min read

Can debt collectors take money out of your bank account?

Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

Can you find your bank account number online?

If your bank offers online services, you should be able to find your bank account number online by logging into your account on your bank’s website and checking your details there.

Bank Accounts

17 Nov, 2022

4 min read

Can you find your bank account number online?

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

How do I close a bank account?

Opening a new bank account in Australia is easy, but when you’re trying to close your bank account for good, there could be some extra hoops to jump though.

Bank Accounts

17 Nov, 2022

4 min read

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Can Centrelink access your bank account?

You may have heard stories of Centrelink accessing people’s bank accounts to check on them if fraud is suspected, but is this something it can actually do?

Bank Accounts

16 Nov, 2022

3 min read

Can Centrelink access your bank account?

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What is cardless cash?

Can you withdraw cash from an ATM when you don’t have your debit card? It's possible if your account has a cardless cash facility.

Bank Accounts

18 Oct, 2022

4 min read

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Make your finances sustainable: how to decarbonise your money

Australians may be curious to know which financial areas can make the biggest impact if you switch to an environmentally friendly company, so you can decarbonise your money

Bank Accounts

26 Sep, 2022

9 min read

Make your finances sustainable: how to decarbonise your money

Mark Bristow

Personal Finance Editor

How do couples split finances?

Finance and romance don’t always go well together, with nearly three quarters of Australian couples clashing over money. There are several different methods available for couples to consider when splitting their finances, each with their advantages and disadvantages.

Bank Accounts

25 Jul, 2022

4 min read

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

Bank accounts options for teenagers

There are a range of bank accounts available for teenagers. Let’s view some of the bank options available, and discover how to compare your options.

Bank Accounts

22 Mar, 2022

3 min read

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

The pink tax explained: the real cost of being a female consumer

The pink tax refers to the phenomenon of gendered pricing. That is for items targeted or marketed towards women having a higher cost than comparable products targeted towards men. And it is still a common occurrence in Australia.

Bank Accounts

08 Mar, 2022

5 min read

The pink tax explained: the real cost of being a female consumer

Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

What is a direct debit?

Direct debit is often the preferred or only way to pay for recurring bills or subscriptions. Find out how to set up a direct debit and the pros and cons of using this payment method.

Bank Accounts

28 Jan, 2022

3 min read

Alex Ritchie

Personal Finance Editor

How to switch banks

If you’re considering switching bank accounts, you may be surprised to learn it’s an easier process than you think. In fact, it only takes four steps, and you could be set up with a new bank account in a matter of minutes.

Bank Accounts

30 Mar, 2021

6 min read