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Patricia Babalis

Baby's first savings account

If you’re expecting in 2017 there are probably a million things on your mind and your baby’s financial future most likely isn’t number one.

Savings Accounts

19 Jan, 2017

4 min read

Baby's first savings account
Patricia Babalis

Five Christmas presents that won't break the bank

Are you worried about how your credit card will fare over Christmas? Think about giving some of these low-cost but incredibly thoughtful gifts.

Savings Accounts

20 Dec, 2016

4 min read

Five Christmas presents that won't break the bank
Patricia Babalis

Top new ways to save for your holiday

We all know that travel can be expensive. By the time you add up your flights, accommodation and insurance costs it almost feels like there’s no money left to go out and enjoy the city to which you have travelled.

Savings Accounts

15 Dec, 2016

8 min read

Top new ways to save for your holiday
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Race day accessories on the cheap

Melbourne cup day is this coming Tuesday so it's time to dust off your best frock and heels to impress at the workplace or racecourse.

Savings Accounts

28 Oct, 2016

3 min read

Race day accessories on the cheap
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Is marriage the key to financial success?

Australian's who are engaged have the most positive outlook on their finances of any group in the country.

Savings Accounts

24 Oct, 2016

3 min read

Is marriage the key to financial success?
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How to achieve your savings goals and buy that pony

Today, the story of how young Sabastian Lucas of Queensland was able to save up and achieve his goal of buying a pony, at the tender age of seven, has been inspiring Australian's around the country.

Savings Accounts

14 Oct, 2016

2 min read

How to achieve your savings goals and buy that pony
Patricia Babalis

Holidaying on the beach this summer won't break the bank

Who knew heading to one of Australia's pristine coastal holiday spots for your summer break could be so affordable?

Savings Accounts

12 Oct, 2016

3 min read

Holidaying on the beach this summer won't break the bank
Liron Nehmadi

Product Director

How to teach your kids the value of money

How can we educate our kids to understand, value and use money smartly?

Savings Accounts

12 Oct, 2016

5 min read

How to teach your kids the value of money
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Five personal finance classics to add to the bookshelf

Even the best savers, borrowers and investors need a bit of a tune up sometimes, so where better to look than to personal finance classics? These books are useful for novices and pros alike who want to work out a wealth-building strategy and implement it in less than a year.

Savings Accounts

06 Oct, 2016

2 min read

Five personal finance classics to add to the bookshelf
Jodie Humphries

Personal Finance Editor

Lessons from a man who retired at 30

It is a dream situation for many workers who find themselves stuck in a humdrum job but the reality of retiring early isn't as glamorous as some might think.

Savings Accounts

20 Sep, 2016

4 min read

Lessons from a man who retired at 30
Patricia Babalis

9 DIY ideas that will save you money

If you find yourself with more time on your hands than spare money, then it may be worth learning how to DIY some of your daily essentials to help boost your savings.

Savings Accounts

12 Sep, 2016

5 min read

9 DIY ideas that will save you money
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Interest rates and fees most likely to encourage switch

In the past year, the amount of people considering switching banks has doubled according to a UBS study reported in The Sydney Morning Herald.

Savings Accounts

22 Aug, 2016

3 min read

Interest rates and fees most likely to encourage switch