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Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Some of the top-rated savings accounts in March 2024
How big a difference does your savings account interest rate really make? You may be surprised by the effect that a high-rate savings account could have on your wealth, depending on your saving strategy. Just make sure that the account you choose is one that suits your needs and can help you reach your goals.
Savings Accounts
15 Mar, 2024
3 min read
Eden Radford
External Comms Lead
What you could get with the difference in interest from a high interest savings account
The interest rate on your savings account can sometimes make the difference between you having a savings goal, and you achieving it.
Savings Accounts
28 Feb, 2024
3 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Will you grow your wealth this year? Some of the top-rated savings accounts in February 2024
Australia’s inflation may be falling faster than previously predicted, which could make it easier for savers to grow their wealth. However, it’s important to consider more than just interest rates when comparing savings account options.
Savings Accounts
07 Feb, 2024
3 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
The latest Gen Z trends? Saving and budgeting
As inflation and the cost of living put the squeeze on more Australian budgets, one generation is actively taking steps to save money and stay ahead of the curve. But how effective could these strategies be for reaching your savings goals?
Savings Accounts
22 Jan, 2024
3 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Some of the top-rated savings accounts in January 2024
Is 2024 the year you’ll finally buy that boat, go on that holiday, or organise that dream wedding? Whether you’ve already been growing your wealth, or you’re yet to start building your nest egg, it may be worth comparing savings accounts to make sure you’re getting the most value for your money.
Savings Accounts
15 Jan, 2024
3 min read
Eden Radford
External Comms Lead
New highest savings rate of 5.70% hits the market
A new highest savings rate has hit the market, with MOVE Bank increasing its Growth Saver account by 0.20 percentage points to a maximum ongoing rate of 5.70 per cent.
Savings Accounts
01 Dec, 2023
5 min read
Eden Radford
External Comms Lead
Savings rates with no strings attached crack 5.50%
Australian Unity has today increased the rate on its Freedom Saver account by 1.25 percentage points to an ongoing rate of 5.50 per cent for balances of up to $50,000.
Savings Accounts
24 Nov, 2023
4 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Which banks have hiked term deposits and savings accounts in November 2023?
The November 2023 meeting of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) board saw the national cash rate rise by 25 basis points to 4.35% - the thirteenth hike of the current cycle that began in May 2022.
Savings Accounts
17 Nov, 2023
3 min read
Paul Marshall
CEO
Growing your wealth: should you invest or save?
Whether you're striving to expand your wealth or expedite your savings for future endeavours, there are various avenues to make your money work for you. Two common methods are investing in shares or stashing your funds in a savings account or term deposit. However, determining the best approach is not always straightforward.
Savings Accounts
15 Nov, 2023
9 min read
Peter Terlato
Personal Finance Editor
Grow your savings with rates above 5.5% in November
Savings rates are at some of the highest levels in more than a decade. This means that there are several options for individuals looking to earn competitive interest on their savings.
Savings Accounts
10 Nov, 2023
3 min read
Mark Bristow
Personal Finance Editor
Which bank has the best mobile app? Five questions to ask
A new research report has evaluated the mobile banking apps of Australia’s top lenders, and revealed which of Australia's leading banks has the best mobile app. But what questions can you ask a bank to work out if its app will suit your needs?
Savings Accounts
01 Nov, 2023
4 min read
Eden Radford
External Comms Lead
The highest savings rates take a tumble despite no RBA hike
Bank of Queensland and ME Bank have both sliced their high interest savings accounts in an out-of-cycle rate cut.
Savings Accounts
24 Oct, 2023
5 min read
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Will you grow your wealth this year? Some of the top-rated savings accounts in February 2024
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