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Mark Bristow
Home & Personal Finances Editor
How to repair your credit score
Having a bad credit score can sometimes feel like a life sentence. However, there are ways to get your credit score back on track.
Credit Cards
14 Mar, 2025
6 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
The most exclusive credit cards in the world
Discover some of the most exclusive credit cards, offering unparalleled luxury, elite perks, and prestige for high-income individuals.
Credit Cards
30 Dec, 2024
9 min read
Mark Bristow
Home & Personal Finances Editor
How many points do you need to upgrade to business class?
RateCity research has found how many frequent flyer points you’d need to be bumped up to business class on a number of airlines including Qantas, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, Emirates and more.
Credit Cards
20 Dec, 2024
10 min read
Mark Bristow
Home & Personal Finances Editor
Can I pay my credit card bill with PayPal?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to use PayPal directly to pay for a credit card bill, though you can use PayPal to transfer money to your Australian bank account.
Credit Cards
18 Dec, 2024
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Home & Personal Finances Editor
What is credit card churning?
Credit card churning is the strategy of opening and closing numerous credit cards to maximise the benefits and perks offered.
Credit Cards
08 Nov, 2024
6 min read
Mark Bristow
Home & Personal Finances Editor
What is a virtual credit card?
A virtual credit card is a digital-only credit card, which can be used to make purchases online or in-person contactless payments via your smartphone or similar device.
Credit Cards
29 Oct, 2024
4 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
What is a metal credit card, and do you need one?
For many people, a metal credit card signifies prestige and wealth. These cards not only look and feel premium in your hand but often also offer extra privileges such as accelerated reward points and premium travel benefits.
Credit Cards
30 Sep, 2024
5 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
What should you do if your credit card application is rejected?
Was your credit card application declined? Here are some reasons why that may have happened and what you can do about it.
Credit Cards
30 Sep, 2024
7 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
Does applying for a credit card affect your credit rating?
Applying for your first or next credit card is an exciting process. However, it’s worth knowing the potential risks involved, particularly for your credit score.
Credit Cards
30 Sep, 2024
5 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
How is Afterpay different to a credit card?
Afterpay is different to credit cards in several ways, including its fees and costs, rewards and perks, and application process.
Credit Cards
13 Sep, 2024
8 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
What is a credit card surcharge and how you can avoid it?
Your favourite café isn't making a profit by charging a surcharge on credit card payments. Instead, it's passing on the payment processing fee charged by major credit card networks.
Credit Cards
22 Aug, 2024
5 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Can I pay my mortgage with a credit card?
Most lenders won’t accept credit cards for mortgage repayment. Even if you can use your credit card to pay your mortgage, there are good reasons you may not want to.
Credit Cards
19 Aug, 2024
5 min read
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