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Canstar’s Innovation Excellence Awards celebrate the products that are disrupting the finance industry and helping everyday customers.

Australia's property market is booming, particularly in the major cities. A host of trends have emerged, some of which we've probably never seen the likes of before.

While there have been some positive signs for Australia’s economy following the coronavirus-induced recession, many households are still keeping a close eye on their budget, particularly as some temporary government stimulus schemes draw to an end....

With another premium hike looming, many Australians may be looking for ways to give themselves a discount on private health insurance. Here's how you can too.

A range of organisations have pledged financial assistance to those impacted by the floods ravaging areas of New South Wales and Queensland. Here's where to find help.

New analysis shows women own less property than men across Australia, but there are seven locations that boast some of the highest property prices where females are beating that trend.

Data released this week revealed property prices are rising sooner than expected. Sellers might be tempted to capitalise on these conditions, but would then join the hoards of buyers vying for limited stock, creating a pricing surge that could put pressure on the RBA to increase rates.

BOQ has announced it will buy ME Bank for over $1.3 billion, in a bid to provide a “compelling alternative” to the big four banks.

Continuing the fall in home loan interest rates, ANZ cut its fixed rates today. There is "ample choice" available to borrowers looking for a better rate, and not just from the major banks, according to this expert.

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.

Greater Bank now has the lowest fixed interest rate loans on record in Canstar's home loan database.

ING will be introducing home loan interest rate changes this Thursday. Some homeowners with low deposits might feel the pinch, but investors coming back into the property market could benefit from lower rates.

The price of silver has hit an eight-year high. It’s the latest trading frenzy supposedly sparked by Reddit investors, following last week’s GameStop saga.

The official cash rate is on hold but the Reserve Bank's other efforts that are helping keep fixed home loan interest rates at record lows could be nearing the end of the road.

A struggling US retailer that sells physical video game discs has seen its share price explode recently, due to a social media-driven movement. To understand what's going on with that though, you have to first understand the concept of shorting stocks.

86 400 could be combining with UBank by mid-2021 if shareholders and regulators approve the deal. If you bank with either, you might be wondering what to expect.

UBank has cut fixed home loan rates, making its three-year fixed interest rate for owner-occupier borrowers the lowest on record in Canstar's database. Applicants will have to be ready to get in quick, with the offer available for a limited time only.

If you're one of the many Australians using 'buy now pay later' services, you may want to shop around and consider if it's the right payment option for you. We look at some of the providers in the market, how they work and what they cost.

Interest rates on savings accounts have tumbled in 2020, resulting in nearly $400 less interest earned for bonus savers compared to 10 years ago. Canstar can reveal the current state of savings accounts and where savvy savers can find the best rates right now.

COVID-19 vaccinations have begun in the UK, the US and Canada, with Australia planning to start inoculating in the coming months. Could a vaccine help the Australian economy and way of life return to normal?