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You would be hard pressed to find an Australian who doesn't own a credit card these days. With each credit card comes varying interest rates, fees, features and reward programs, so you have plenty of options available, it's just a matter of sifting through the choices.
Credit Cards
03 Dec, 2009
1 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Christmas debt hangover Consolidate with a credit card
If the silly season has left you feeling not so comfortable and not so relaxed about the credit card bill then it's time to get on top of your credit card debt this New Year’s Debt consolidation is the easiest way of reducing your credit bills.
Credit Cards
01 Dec, 2009
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Credit card skimming robs 450,000 Australians a year
Card skimming and other forms of credit card fraud are on the rise, according to the ASIO. With credit card users losing anywhere between a few dollars to thousands every day, consumers are increasingly concerned about the safety of their credit and personal information.
Credit Cards
01 Dec, 2009
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
More rewards for your Christmas card spend
If you’re using a credit card to pay for your Christmas shopping it makes sense to find a card with the most generous rewards. Jetstar is the latest company to go into competition with the big banks by launching its own credit card.
Credit Cards
01 Dec, 2009
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Jetstar MasterCard shakes up frequent flyer market
Credit card rewards are becoming more competitive with the introduction of Jetstar's new low-rate credit card, the Jetstar MasterCard, which aims to compete with existing bank credit cards on rates and rewards.
Credit Cards
01 Dec, 2009
3 min read
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Compare credit card fees
There are many cards that include a credit card fee as either an annual or monthly figure. However, there are also several cards that do not have a credit card fee.
Credit Cards
30 Nov, 2009
1 min read
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Pay attention to your credit card fees
Fees are part and parcel of most financial services but have you paid attention to your credit card fees lately? Understanding your credit card fees could save you money or suggest it's time to try a different credit card altogether.
Credit Cards
24 Nov, 2009
2 min read
RateCity
Shift your credit card debt
Credit card debt can hang around like a dark cloud that never seems to shift. There is a way to overcome your debt and welcome back the sunlight, you just have to be committed to the cause and shop wisely for a credit card that works for you, not against you.
Credit Cards
02 Nov, 2009
1 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Debt doctor Do balance transfers really save you money?
In the current economic climate, balance transfer offers have become a popular way of saving money. They allow you to move the balance of your credit card onto another card with a lower interest rate therefore reducing the amount of interest you are charged.
Credit Cards
13 Aug, 2009
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
Downsizing Debt Avoiding a lifetime of payments
From credit cards to car loans, mortgages and even student loans, most of us have debts weighing on our minds and draining our savings. Recent research shows credit card applications are on the rise, and have been for a few months now.
Credit Cards
03 Jul, 2009
3 min read
Laine Gordon
Head of Public Relations
The perfect murder Slaying credit in a recession market
Before Kevin Rudds confession last month that Australia was yet to see the devils side of the global economic downturn, Australians had already begun to cut back their credit card spending.
Credit Cards
20 Apr, 2009
3 min read
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Save money: Study your credit card spending habits
Like a set of keys, no credit card fits all, that's why it's important to take into consideration your spending habits when considering your next credit card. Let's take a look at the four spender profile and see which category you fall into.
Credit Cards
19 Mar, 2009
3 min read
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