472 articles written by Alex Ritchie

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Credit Cards

Your credit card could earn double rewards points this long weekend

RateCity research has revealed that if you’re planning on turning your long weekend into an excuse for an overseas holiday, there are some credit cards that offer you a double dose of rewards points.

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Credit Cards

Millennials take up “pay later” with gusto

Young people have replaced credit cards with the "buy now, pay later" approach, early adopting payment systems like Afterpay and ZipPay over credit cards.

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Bank Accounts

Couples still reluctant to talk money in relationships

New research from Westpac shows that a lack of communication around finances is prominent among separating Australian couples, with more than a third (36 per cent) of relationships not in a financially healthy position.

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Mr Squiggle $2 coin launched in Woolworths

In celebration of 60 years of one of the most beloved Australian TV characters, the Royal Australian Mint has announced the release of limited edition $2 Mr Squiggle coins in Woolworths supermarkets.

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Credit Cards

Skip the traditional roses and save on Valentine’s Day

The price of roses skyrocket for Valentine’s Day, so what options are available if you still want to make a lovely Valentine’s Day for someone special?

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Bank Accounts

Aussie bankruptcies at lowest level in 23 years

The number of Australians declaring bankruptcy has fallen to its lowest level since March 1995, according to the latest personal insolvency statistics from the Australian Financial Security Authority.

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Gen Z leads in digital payments as Aussies turn to phones

The days of getting our wallet to pay that restaurant bill are fading away, as Australians increasingly let their smartphone do the talking.

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Australians seeking financial advice from friends and family

Almost one in five Australians (17.2 per cent or 3.5 million people) have been asked for financial advice by their friends or family, according to research from Roy Morgan.

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Fitbit to be used for Sydney's Opal via Visa, MasterCard

If you’ve used the start of the year for a health kick and have a Fitbit on your wrist, you might be able to use it to catch a train or ferry in Sydney.

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Bank Accounts

Your Christmas feast will be your most expensive meal this year

11.2 million Australians have admitted to overspending on food and groceries during the holiday season compared to the rest of the year, according to new research from CBA.