Australians Rack Up Big Credit Card Debts Over Christmas
Many will struggle to pay off their balances with three in four paying more than 16 per cent interest according to Aussie study The majority of Australians with credit cards will spend the first three...
View ArticleJohn Symond discusses Christmas Credit Card debt
Listen to John Symond's recent comments on 2GB from 20/1/2010, which looks at the results of a new survey where nearly all credit cards holders spent over $1000 over Christmas.
View ArticleJohn on 2HD discussing consumer’s Christmas spending
January 2010 Download John Symond’s recent comments on 2HD in Newcastle from the 21/1/2010, which looks at the results of Christmas spending and consumer debt. Aussie’s John Symond chats with Brent...
View ArticleChannel 9: Aussie’s John discusses Christmas spending
Aussie’s John Symond shares the results of a National Survey where Australians are struggling with the results of their Christmas Spending. A large portion of Australians spent between $2,000 – $10,000...
View ArticleShould you take a mortgage break at Christmas?
With Christmas on our doorstep, the extra costs of presents, catering and holidays can stretch the family budget. It would be great to not have to worry about paying your mortgage off during this...
View ArticleStay Safe Online this Christmas
With many Australians expected to shop online in the lead up to Christmas, staying safe and secure when using your credit card remains as important as ever.
View ArticleFamily Spends $250k on Christmas Lights
No, it’s not the Griswold’s, but it is a family where their love for decorating their home with Christmas lights has become an obsession.
View ArticleIt’s not me, it’s you…
Commitment. It’s a big word which has some of us running for cover. While we’re not talking about the ‘M’ word, we are talking about the ‘P’ word – “property”.
View ArticleOn Holidays
What happens if you're on holiday and you find the perfect place to live? The place you spend your summer holiday can appeal for many reasons but you should always check the following before you jump...
View ArticleMoving at Christmas? It could be merry!
Moving? At Christmas? Some people would say it’s just adding to the festive season rush but if you plan it right there’s no better feeling than celebrating Christmas in your new home.
View ArticleManage your mortgage over Christmas
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas...and for many of us that means the annual juggling act between festive season spending and home loan repayments.
View ArticleRe-gifting done right
The time of year that our bank balances fear most is fast approaching, so if you want to cut costs but still deliver presents to everyone on your nice list re-gifting might be an option to consider.
View ArticleProtect your home over Christmas
Sadly, crims love Christmas too, making the silly season the time to get serious about home security.
View ArticleChristmas light failures – just watt were they thinking?
‘Tis the season to be jolly and all that but when it comes to decorating your home with Christmas lights, well let’s just say that the stockings shouldn't be the only things hung with care.
View ArticleBubblies for different budgets
We know that budgets are tight during the festive season so we've rounded up what we think are the best champagnes and sparkling whites for a range of different budgets, so pop the corks, have some fun...
View ArticleMake your front door festive on the cheap with a DIY Christmas wreath
So, left organising your Christmas wreath to the last minute and don’t want some stock standard store bought fake pine monstrosity? Well … never fear because our DIY fun on steroids Christmas wreath is...
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