Nicola Field

As interest rates rise, many home owners may be wondering when can you refinance a home loan? We provide the answers plus tips and traps to watch for.

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

Buying a house with cash may not be the norm but could have its advantages if you’re able to pull it off. We look at the pros and cons.

There can be a variety of reasons to close a credit card, but before closing the account, it’s worth understanding the impact it can have on your credit score.

There’s no magic number for how many credit cards you should have. It’s all about deciding whether holding multiple credit cards is right for you. We explore further.

Using a credit card to pay rent can help you accumulate reward points but it’s worth knowing about all the potential pros and cons.

Buy now pay later has proven very popular in Australia, and with so many BNPL providers available, we explain what to look for including BNPL late fees.

Teeth whitening costs can vary according to the colour of your teeth, the treatment you have and whether you take a DIY approach or book a trip to the dentist.

Buying an investment property in Australia is a popular goal. We look at what’s involved, how to buy an investment property and the pros and cons to consider.

Getting cashback on a credit card can sound very appealing and plenty of cards offer cashback rewards. Here’s how cashback credit cards work.

Paying off credit card debt can be a lot easier when you have strategies to follow. Here are 7 ways to clear your card balance sooner.

There is nothing to stop you selling your own home in Australia – and if you pull it off it could mean you save on an agent’s selling commission. Here’s how it works.

Are you thinking about adding a granny flat? We discuss costs and what to consider.

In our busy lives, we can feel stressed for a variety of reasons and it can take a toll on our health. Maybe it’s time to take some stress leave from work. So what would this involve?

First home buyers in NSW can now choose between paying upfront stamp duty or an annual property tax. Here’s how the new scheme works.

Being in a dud super fund could leave you $225,000 worse off at retirement. Here are some tips on what to do if you’re in a dud fund.

Sale events like Click Frenzy or Black Friday can be a great way to nab a bargain. Find out the dates to look out for and get tips to supersize the savings.

A Canberra mortgage broker can help with the financial aspects of buying a home. Learn more about how to find a broker in Canberra.

A Perth mortgage broker can help with the financial aspects of buying a home. Learn more about how to find a broker in Perth to suit you.

Non-bank home loan lenders bring choice to the mortgage market. But does that mean non-bank lenders charge a lower interest rate? That depends, so let’s find out more.