Amanda Horswill

What is a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)? Will Australia be launching eAUD? We take a look at what the experts predict.

Australians who have served in defence, and their families, may be eligible for a veteran healthcare card. We look at options & whether private health insurance could offer extra cover.

Online banking can be a convenient way to manage your money or pay bills. But how do you ensure that your details are safe? We take a look at what the banks say, and provide tips for keeping yourself safe while banking online.

Income protection insurance is designed to help you financially if you were unable to work for a short period of time. Some super funds offer it as a default to their members. We take a look

If you have a low balance in your super fund, you might be considering ways to boost it. Which funds do Canstar’s Star Ratings rate highest for a low super balance? We take a look.

Need to set up a myGov account to get your payment summary, check your super or for other reasons? Here's how to do it.

If your employer has not been paying you super, what can you do? And, what penalties will apply to your employer for doing the wrong thing? We take a look.

There are rules around when your employer must deposit your super payments into your super account. We take a look at when this is.

Finding a good tenant for your investment property is important for many reasons. Here are some tips on how to do it.

Australia is a country of weather extremes, so if you’re considering a split-system air conditioner, how much does it cost to install?

How much does a Mazda CX-3 cost? We explore the costs of new and used models, as well as specifications for the 2021 range.

What is an Employee Assistance Program or EAP? Is it really free and confidential? Canstar reports.

Canstar’s Digital Editor Amanda Horswill reveals the extreme house hunting searches she does as a property buyer before even setting foot inside a home for sale.

Many people may choose to take out insurance for their personal possessions within their home, but what happens when you take an item out the door? Whether wearing your diamond necklace to a gathering, taking your...

“You saved me how much?” is not something I am used to saying when it comes to bills. But that was the case when I made just one call, and managed to slash one major yearly...

What home renovations can you do for $1,000 or less? Discover some ideas today.

Writing a budget can be the first step in gaining more control over your finances. Here’s a step-by-step guide for how to write a budget, plus some advice and resources that could help you stick to it.

Considering commodity trading? We provide a definition of commodity and commodity trading, and provide information on how to trade commodities.

Buying a property with one or more people? We take a look at two common ownership structures that you may like to consider.

Is your kitchen windowsill about to be bristling with seedlings? Take note of some tips and troubleshooting advice from a gardening expert, so your collecting efforts (and dollars) don't go to waste.