189 articles written by Nick Bendel

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Credit Cards

Revised banking code doesn't go far enough

The Australian Bankers Association’s revised banking code announced today has a greater focus on customers, but does not go far enough.

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Bank Accounts

What is Openpay?

Ever wanted to shop now and pay later, interest-free? Openpay could be just what you’re looking for.

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Bank Accounts

The pros and cons of Afterpay

If you buy anything online, you would have noticed or heard about Afterpay recently.

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Bank Accounts

CBA admits some guilt ahead of court case

Commonwealth Bank has filed its response to the civil proceedings filed in August by Australia’s financial intelligence and regulatory agency.

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Bank Accounts

RBA pours cold water on electronic dollars, Bitcoin

The Reserve Bank has no plans to issue a digital form of the Australian dollar, although it recognises that it might one day happen.

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Bank Accounts

Best ways to pay for something you can't afford

Say you don’t have the cash on hand for something you want to buy – does that mean you can’t afford it? Let’s look at some of your options.

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Car Loans

What are the pros and cons of car loans?

A car loan, like any lending product, can have a positive impact on your life if managed properly. However, if mishandled, a car loan can turn out to be a costly mistake that causes you financial and emotional stress.

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Bank Accounts

What is Ezi-Pay?

As Australians look for smarter ways to shop and manage their finances, retailers and businesses are offering customers more convenient payment options, like Ezi-Pay.

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Credit Cards

NAB unveils new Platinum Visa Debit Card

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Bank Accounts

What is zipPay?