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The average amount of personal debt in Australia is on the rise, with 35% of Aussies admitting they have debt in either credit cards, personal loans, HECS/HELP FEEs or BNPL.

The latest Canstar Consumer Pulse Report reveals topping up savings is the number one financial goal for Australians—but it’s for holidays over home loans as the nation seeks enrichment over financial security.

With current news about the falling Australian dollar, some economists have warned that rate cuts predicted for February may be in doubt.

Getting on the property ladder later in life may mean you have to jump through a few extra hoops to get your home loan application approved. Find out more.

Canstar’s eighth annual Consumer Pulse Report reveals Australians’ financial pain points, debt levels, savings goals and the impact of cost-of-living pressures as we head into 2025.

Interest rates are tipped to drop by the middle of next year, but a recent survey of home loan borrowers found that many are not prepared to hold out for that long.

These are the Top 10 biggest banks in Australia for owner occupier and investment home loans, as well as deposits held.

Home and contents insurance costs climbed 13% this past year, and new Canstar research highlights the importance of switching in order to save, showing you could cut your costs by up to $819 annually.

As one of Australia's largest investment schemes, superannuation is often targeted by scammers. So what should you look out for to help avoid super scams?

Many people think that assets are split equally in a divorce but is that true? We look at the factors that play a role in determining who gets what.

Curious about how to negotiate buying a house? Our tips cover everything from researching the market through to understanding the seller’s motivations.

We spoke to a real estate agent to get his top 10 useful tips on preparing a house for sale.

When you retire, you likely want to make the most of your newly found free time. We explore some of the best places to retire in Australia.

Earning more but saving less? You might be experiencing lifestyle creep. We look at what it is and offer tips to avoid it.

Negative interest rates were once the stuff of financial myth for Australians. But do they exist today?

Canstar has identified the top 10 suburbs across Australia with the best growth prospects for 2024.

Adult children are staying in the family home much longer, but this could be an advantage.

Are you ready to start building a home or investment property in Perth, but aren’t sure where to start? We share the top 5 home builders in Perth.

We highlight the top 5 home builders in Adelaide for 2022/23 to help you find a leading builder, and explain the latest building trends.

Are you ready to start building a home or investment property in Brisbane, but aren’t sure where to start? We share the top 5 home builders in Brisbane.