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![]() | How Credit Card Balance Transfers Can Damage Your Credit Rating Since the banks and finance providers have been castigated for the way they seemingly indiscriminately awarded credit to people who could ill afford it, the chances of being accepted for loans and credit cards have decreased. Concurrently, there is a greater focus on individual's being aware of how credit works and what their financial behaviors means in terms of a credit score and history. - read more
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![]() | Credit Card Secret Guarantee Most people use credit cards in some form or another but few truly appreciate one of the special features of credit cards that make using their credit card to insure their purchases. - read more
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![]() | 5 Credit Killers A good credit score speaks volumes about your financial habits. It's the evidence most creditors need to evaluate your credit worthiness. - read more
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![]() | 7 things you need to know about a Hire Purchase loan There are seven things you should know before you ever think of getting a Hire Purchase loan. Knowing these things will give you control and power in the loan process. Power and control will will save you money - read more
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![]() | Top 5 Financial Tips for Australian Young Families Starting a family is one of life's most rewarding experiences, but it also comes with a unique set of financial challenges. For young families in Australia, where the cost of living can rise quickly, having a solid financial plan is crucial. Financial planning is not just about managing money; it's about creating a sense of security and peace of mind for your loved ones. - read more
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![]() | Investing 101: A Beginner's Guide for Australian Adults Investing can initially seem daunting, but it’s essentially the act of allocating money with the expectation of generating an income or profit over time. It's important because investing offers the potential for your money to grow and outpace inflation, ensuring you have a secure financial future. - read more
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![]() | Maximise Your Superannuation: Strategies for a Comfortable Retirement Superannuation, commonly known as 'super,' is a crucial part of planning for a comfortable retirement. It serves as a long-term savings measure, gradually increasing in value to support you once you stop working. But what exactly is superannuation? - read more
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![]() | How Much Life Insurance Do I Need? There are many different reasons to purchase life insurance (generation skipping tax, estate plan, estate preservation, surviving spouse needs, planning for your children's future and more). There is no right amount of life insurance, but here are some guidelines that might help you decide how much life insurance you need. - read more
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