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High interest online savings accounts

Rates for online savings accounts differ with each financial institution. Australians looking at opening an online savings account should look out for financial institutions that offer a higher rate, obviously the higher the interest rate the more interest you will accumulate.

Savings Accounts

30 Mar, 2010

1 min read

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Online savings account rates

Online savings account rates are the interest rates that financial institutions offer to customers when they open an online savings account. Rates vary between each financial institution but most offer their highest rates to online savers.

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21 Mar, 2010

2 min read

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Does your bank want to be your BFF?

The banks take the battle for Gen Y's savings to a new frontier, using social networking to become the internet generation's new BFF. The spike in the cost of wholesale funding has led to unprecedented competition among lenders for deposit and savings accounts.

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17 Mar, 2010

3 min read

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Unfair or fair game Why women struggle to save

Most Australian women are struggling to save money on a regular basis. ANZ research found that 56 percent of women do not save money on a regular basis, with 58 percent of women having less than $5,000 in their savings accounts.

Savings Accounts

01 Feb, 2010

3 min read

Unfair or fair game Why women struggle to save

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Saving Get more for your money in 2010

Happy new decade! If you were part of the credit binge that ended in the global financial crisis, say goodbye to living beyond your means and kick-start 2010 with a high interest savings account.

Savings Accounts

27 Jan, 2010

3 min read

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Learning to love budgets Taking the pain out of sticking to a budget

Spending money is easy. Saving money in a savings account seems to be a little harder. However, learning to create a budget - and sticking to it - can mean the difference between struggling financially and financial peace of mind.

Savings Accounts

27 Jan, 2010

3 min read

Learning to love budgets Taking the pain out of sticking to a budget

Laine Gordon

Head of Public Relations

Savings What the advertisements won't tell you

The banks and non-banks who spend the most money advertising their savings accounts are not necessarily the ones that deserve your loyalty. Do your own research and comparison shopping to ensure you end up with the best available deal.

Savings Accounts

14 Jan, 2010

3 min read

Savings What the advertisements won't tell you

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Children's savings accounts

If you are looking for the best way to teach your kids how to value money then you should start by comparing children's savings accounts. Much like adult accounts, many children's savings accounts offer rewards for saving with bonus interest.

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08 Jan, 2010

1 min read

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Online bank accounts

Online accounts are a convenient way to manage your savings. Most savings accounts have online access which means you can view your statements, transfer money and change your personal details.

Savings Accounts

07 Jan, 2010

1 min read

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Kids savings account

Kids accounts offer children less than 18 years of age the ability to learn how to save their money. Kids accounts are specially designed savings accounts that usually include conditions much like other savings accounts but with children in mind.

Savings Accounts

07 Jan, 2010

1 min read

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Bonus savings

Bonus savings are offered by many financial institutions, which are savings accounts comprising bonus interest rates. They are designed to encourage saving by enticing you with bonuses when you adhere to particular conditions.

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07 Jan, 2010

1 min read

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Online banking

For a more convenient way to manage your money, many Australians choose to use online banking for their debit or savings accounts. Most financial institutions have the option for online banking and provide a safe and secure platform to allow access to your money.

Savings Accounts

04 Jan, 2010

1 min read