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Economists point to interest rate rise: Those coming to the end of their credit card's interest free period might be affected if the national rate goes up. Savings account and credit card customers may be affected should the Reserve Bank's rate increase this ...; Mon 30th Nov, 2009
Credit card use rising once more: The popularity of credit cards is up again, according to experts. Using a credit card to pay for products and services has become a popular option again.This is according to AAP, which said although last year saw a resurgence ...; Mon 30th Nov, 2009 (1 Comment)
Could improving economy see interest rates rise?: As the economy shows signs of improvement, interest rates could rise once more, it has been suggested. Consumers could soon find rates on credit cards, home loans and other financial products increasing, if comments made in ...; Fri 27th Nov, 2009
NAB rolls out contactless credit card technology for Christmas: Credit card customers with the National Australia Bank (NAB) will now be able to pay goods and services using contactless technology. National Australia Bank (NAB) customers looking to purchase gifts in the run-up to ...; Fri 27th Nov, 2009
Consumers 'urged to stay safe while shopping': Those hitting the high street for some festive shopping should do so with caution. Christmas shoppers have been reminded of the need to keep their credit cards secure.ADT Security points out that in the run-up to the festive ...; Thu 26th Nov, 2009
Saving account customers 'can expect better returns': People with savings accounts may benefit from further interest rate hikes, it has been suggested. Savings accounts customers may be set to benefit from interest rate increases, according to one report. In a piece by the ...; Thu 26th Nov, 2009
Borrowers 'set for a wake-up call': New credit regulations could act as a wake-up call to some consumers, it has been claimed. New reforms could come as a shock to some people looking for Aussie credit, according to one industry commentator. Consumers looking ...; Thu 26th Nov, 2009
Consumers 'should consider credit cards before travelling': Those travelling over the Christmas season are advised to inform their credit card provider of such plans. With Christmas just a few weeks away, people may be looking forward to going away for the holidays.However, one expert ...; Wed 25th Nov, 2009
Credit cards 'come into their own for impulse purchases': Travellers are advised to make sure that they pack their credit card into their suitcase. Credit cards can form a useful spending tool when away on holiday, it has been suggested.Indeed, Barbara Drury points out that they ...; Wed 25th Nov, 2009
Businesses 'should look to cut travel costs': Firms have been urged to take steps to reduce their business travel expenditure. Have you considered using the complimentary travel insurance that comes with your credit card?In a Daily Telegraph article on business travel, ...; Tue 24th Nov, 2009
Banks fees 'constant cause of angst': The removal of several bank account and credit card fees has helped to improve the National Australia Bank's reputation, it has been suggested. Moves by one financial services provider to reduce and abolish a number of its ...; Tue 24th Nov, 2009
Retail spend on the up as economy 'gets into shape': People feel more confident about spending money, it has been suggested. Australians appear increasingly willing to spend money and they could well be turning to their credit cards in order to fund such purchases.Speaking to ...; Mon 23rd Nov, 2009
Car sales increase 'could see interest rates rise': Interest rates could rise for the third successive month in December, it has been suggested. Consumers may wish to prepare their finances for another interest rate increase following news of a rise in car sales.As the ...; Mon 23rd Nov, 2009
Consumers advised to pay income tax bill on time: With the deadline for income tax bill payments in place from the start of next week, consumers may want to use a credit card in order to meet such a financial commitment. People yet to pay their income tax bill are advised ...; Fri 20th Nov, 2009
Aussies urged to avoid email scams: People have been warned to protect themselves against scams carried out over the internet. Email scams are a threat to Aussies' bank account and credit card security, a writer has warned.Ben Higgins used a Daily Advertiser ...; Fri 20th Nov, 2009
Credit card transactions rise: Payments made on credit cards rose by two per cent in September. Australians' transactions on credit cards saw a two per cent increase in value in September, according to new data.While August saw $18.869 billion spend on ...; Thu 19th Nov, 2009
Commonwealth Bank revamps financial literary program: A new investment from the Commonwealth Bank aims to help more children learn about money. The Commonwealth Bank has announced a $40 million injection into the school banking project, which educates youngsters about ...; Thu 19th Nov, 2009
Consumers warned of telephone credit card scam: People are being advised to avoid giving their personal and financial details to bogus callers claiming to be from the New South Wales branch of Fair Trading. New South Wales residents are being urged to be aware of a ...; Wed 18th Nov, 2009
ANZ saving program 'a success': A saver account initiative on offer from ANZ Bank is seeing a significant number of low-income workers take steps to prepare for the future. The matched savings account program on offer from ANZ Bank and the Brotherhood of St ...; Wed 18th Nov, 2009
How to make the most of your money when food shopping: A savvier approach could see people save a significant amount of money when buying groceries, it has been suggested. Those looking for tips for saving when shopping could be interested in guidance outlined in the Herald ...; Tue 17th Nov, 2009

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