Joshua Malin

As the year comes to a close, we look back at our most popular stories from 2025 to see what mattered most to readers this year.

Preparing your home for a trip away doesn’t need to break the bank— here are some of Canstar’s tips on how to secure your home for your much-needed vacation. 

Concerned you are at risk from scammers? We share 10 tips to protect yourself from credit card scams.

Are you better off putting extra money into your home loan or super? We look at how the numbers stack up and the pros and cons of each option.

Qantas has introduced a new way for travelers to earn Qantas points and Status Credits by flying on the airline’s budget subsidiary, Jetstar.

NAB has revised its cash rate forecast, ruling out any further RBA rate cuts in this cycle.

If you’re open to second-hand, Amazon Renewed is an option, but are the savings really worth it, or are you better off shopping brand new?

Coles is offering 20x Flybuys points on all Apple gift cards purchased in-store until 11 November.

Checking how much you should be getting paid is the first step to earning a fair wage or salary – but it can also help you grow super savings for retirement.

The retirement sweet spot means having funds in super while still able to claim Age Pension payments in order to maximise retirement income.

Many retailers will match a competitor's price on the spot, and some will even beat it. This can save you time and money, as long as you know the rules.

The first cycle of IVF can cost over $12,000. How much you get back depends on whether you have private health cover or not.

Here’s a list of steps you could consider to help you find and recover any lost super you may have.

Keen to access your super savings at 60 and continue to work? It may be possible but there are some things you should be aware of.

The word sacrifice usually suggests you’re giving something up. But in the case of salary sacrificing, there could potentially be something to gain.

Are you finding it difficult to pay your credit card bill? We spoke to a financial counsellor about what steps you can take.

If you’ve got no credit history, or a poor one, and want to get a credit card, you may be looking for a ‘no credit check credit card’. What are your options?

Buying a carpark can be a good way to secure regular parking, or provide a unique investment opportunity.

A good credit score means you're more likely to be approved for a loan or other credit products. So, what is a good score and how can you get one?

The unemployment rate has risen to 4.3% today, suggesting the jobs market is softening, setting the stage for another RBA cut potentially as soon as 12 August.