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- Consumers buy into .99 pricing, says study
Stores and restaurants have sworn by it for years but new research indicates that Australian consumers are indeed more likely to buy a product if its price ends in a nine rather than a "rounded up" zero, according to reports. - Government "keen" to increase competition between banks
The federal government has pledged to increase competition among financial institutions in the banking sector in a move that could benefit consumers, it has been reported. - How "average" are you?
Economic analysts say based on financial statistics, the "average" Australian faces home loan stress, rising debt and dwindling pensions savings. - Excellent time to start saving, Australians told
The current economic climate combined with diminishing returns from the stock market make it an "excellent time" to start saving, a financial expert has said. - ANZ and Visa 'launch first reloadable contactless card'
ANZ Bank and credit card provider Visa have launched Australia's first "reloadable" contactless payment card, the companies have announced.
- Consumers buy into .99 pricing, says study
Stores and restaurants have sworn by it for years but new research indicates that Australian consumers are indeed more likely to buy a product if its price ends in a nine rather than a "rounded up" zero, according to reports. - How "average" are you?
Economic analysts say based on financial statistics, the "average" Australian faces home loan stress, rising debt and dwindling pensions savings. - ANZ and Visa 'launch first reloadable contactless card'
ANZ Bank and credit card provider Visa have launched Australia's first "reloadable" contactless payment card, the companies have announced. - Credit checking plans could see closer scrutiny of finances
Banks could receive "far greater powers" to probe Australians' personal finances under proposals that would allow wider access to consumers' mortgage, credit card and loan repayment histories, it has been reported. - Growth in credit card debt 'hits 14-year low'
High interest rates appear to be deterring Australian consumers from flexing the plastic unnecessarily after new Reserve Bank figures show the growth in credit card debt has slowed to its lowest level since 1994, according to reports.
- Excellent time to start saving, Australians told
The current economic climate combined with diminishing returns from the stock market make it an "excellent time" to start saving, a financial expert has said. - Carbon trading drive 'will increase living costs'
The government's proposed "cap and trade" emissions reduction scheme will increase Australians' living costs by "just under one per cent" in its first year, according to reports. - Carbon trading drive 'will increase living costs'
The government's proposed "cap and trade" emissions reduction scheme will increase Australians' living costs by "just under one per cent" in its first year, according to reports. - Interest rates rises 'set to continue'
Interest rates could continue to increase despite the Reserve Bank of Australia signalling that it will hold the official rate steady at 7.25 per cent, it has been reported. - Minimum wage to rise
Around 1.3 million Australians could see their bank accounts boosted by $21.66 a week after the Australian Fair Pay Commission (AFPC) increased the minimum wage for low-paid workers, according to reports.
- Government "keen" to increase competition between banks
The federal government has pledged to increase competition among financial institutions in the banking sector in a move that could benefit consumers, it has been reported. - Commodore named Australia's most "petrol-hungry" car
Consumers considering applying for a car loan to buy a new vehicle might be interested in new research from the federal government that identifies the most fuel-intensive automobiles. - Australians can save money with green loans
Consumers looking to improve their home with double glazing or solar-powered hot water systems could save themselves some money by applying for one of the increasing range of "green loans" on offer from banks and credit unions, it has been reported. - Choosing a home loan
The range of home loans on offer for Australian consumers has soared over the past decade as strong property prices and increased competition between lenders have driven a rise in the variety of loans available - but what are the main options on the market for today's househunters? - Petrol prices 'break record'
Consumers considering taking out a car loan to purchase a new vehicle may be interested to know that the price of petrol has hit a new record high, with unleaded fuel reportedly selling for $1.75 a litre in some parts of the country.
- Policy changes 'could see 750,000 drop health insurance'
Proposed changes to the government's policy on Medicare levies could see 750,000 people abandon their private health insurance as a result of increased premiums, one of the scheme's original architects has claimed. - Getting the right health insurance
Making sure you get the right health insurance policy can be just what the doctor ordered, as it could provide a valuable financial safety net should you fall ill. - Landlords' bond insurance nightmare
Tenancy bonds are not enough protection for landlords, research has shown recently. - The choices in the big health insurance decision
With less than a month until the federal government's changes to the Medicare levy surcharge come into place, health insurance companies are doing everything they possibly can to recruit new members. - What is ING?
For many Australians, ING is known to them through Billy Connelly. The wily Scot has been fronting TV commercials for the banking and insurance firm for the last ten years. However, other than that, ING is an unknown entity for many Australians.
- Carbon trading drive 'will increase living costs'
The government's proposed "cap and trade" emissions reduction scheme will increase Australians' living costs by "just under one per cent" in its first year, according to reports. - Carbon trading drive 'will increase living costs'
The government's proposed "cap and trade" emissions reduction scheme will increase Australians' living costs by "just under one per cent" in its first year, according to reports. - Budgeting for baby
The impending arrival of a new baby brings with it a seemingly unending list of things to do, so much so that financial matters are often shifted to the back-burner - but experts warn that this approach can be "very dangerous", as bankrolling junior's early years requires careful planning. - Budgeting for baby
The impending arrival of a new baby brings with it a seemingly unending list of things to do, so much so that financial matters are often shifted to the back-burner - but experts warn that this approach can be "very dangerous", as bankrolling junior's early years requires careful planning. - Rise of the Kippers
Difficulties in securing a home loan and the increasing cost of living in many Australian cities are fuelling an explosion in Australian Kippers - Kids In Parents Pockets Eroding Retirement Savings - according to reports.
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