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Peter Terlato
Personal Finance Editor
Travel Money Cards vs Credit Cards
The days of carrying large wads of crumpled foreign bills in a wallet or purse while holidaying across the globe are mostly behind us. So, is it better to use a travel money card? Or are credit cards and debit cards still the way to go?
Credit Cards
12 Jul, 2022
6 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Can you use your credit card to pay your mortgage?
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
30 Jun, 2022
3 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
How to find and compare ethical credit cards
When it comes to finding ethical credit cards, you may need to do a little research as these labels are not as obvious as superannuation funds. Let’s explore how you can go green for your credit card.
Credit Cards
27 Jun, 2022
4 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
What happens if I don’t activate a credit card?
Most credit cards cannot be used until they are activated, but leaving a card unactivated also carries some fraud risk. Check if you can cancel the card.
Credit Cards
09 Jun, 2022
4 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
How to use & redeem Velocity Frequent Flyer points | RateCity
A brief overview of how you can redeem your Virgin Velocity Frequent Flyer points for flights, travel, wine or retail. Plus, there's no joining fee for becoming a member of the Velocity Frequent Flyer program.
Credit Cards
22 Mar, 2022
3 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
Do Qantas Frequent Flyer Points Expire? | RateCity
Find out when your Qantas points expire and what you can do to keep your account active. If you find that your Qantas points are about to expire, you can reset the clock by earning or spending a few points from your Qantas account.
Credit Cards
21 Mar, 2022
3 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
How does American Express credit card travel insurance work?
What’s included in your Amex credit card travel insurance coverage depends on the type of card you hold. Having complimentary credit card travel insurance comes in handy at such times by automatically providing a cover for your trips.
Credit Cards
11 Mar, 2022
4 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
Amex Black Centurion Card Australia | RateCity
The American Express Centurion Card (also called the AMEX black card) is one of the most exclusive cards worldwide and is only available on an invitation basis. Let's explore some of the facts we know about this luxury credit card.
Credit Cards
01 Mar, 2022
5 min read
Alex Ritchie
Personal Finance Editor
The most exclusive credit cards in the world
Celebrities, CEOs, rockstars and royalty; what is the one thing that has been known to unite them all? The luxury credit card. From rare metals to diamond-encrusting and solid gold, discover the most exclusive credit cards in the world.
Credit Cards
02 Feb, 2022
8 min read
Jodie Humphries
Personal Finance Editor
What to consider when selecting a frequent flyer program
Most airlines offer frequent flyer programs but how do you choose which one to join?
Credit Cards
11 Jan, 2022
4 min read
Vidhu Bajaj
Personal Finance Writer
Can I transfer my Amex Membership Rewards points to Qantas?
If you enjoy travelling, you can choose to turn your American Express Membership Rewards points into Qantas points to pay for your next vacation. However, to transfer your Amex points to Qantas, you need to be an Ascent Premium member.
Credit Cards
15 Dec, 2021
3 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
How to make the most of shopping, from comparison to cashback
However you choose to shop, it’s important to consider what the best strategies may be to get the most value for your money. Here are a few tips to help you get started.
Credit Cards
07 Dec, 2021
6 min read
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