‘Money management’ is something that we all do every day – usually without even thinking about it. Great money managing skills can make the difference between barely making ends meet and having the lifestyle you want – and the good news is that these skills can definitely be learnt and it’s never too late to get started on improving your money management! These articles will help you to brush up your money managing skills so that you’ll be prepared for anything life throws at you – as well as showing you some great money management strategies to use to get more out of your money, so you can get more out of your life!
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Are Aussies becoming compulsive spenders

Analaura Luna: Budgets are tight and expenses are on the increase, but the last few months have seen Aussies spending up big on pre- and post-Christmas shopping. Does this retail spending spree mean we're at risk of becoming a nation of compulsive spenders? Read More

Has the family holiday become an unaffordable luxury

Analaura Luna: Taking a break to recharge your batteries makes all the difference to how ready you'll be to tackle the coming year! There's no doubt that things have become tougher financially for many families, but with these great tips you'll be able to plan a holiday that will give your family - and your budget - a break! Read More

Don't Finance Santa

Analaura Luna: It’s Christmas time and we’ve all got cards on the brain, but there’s one you might have forgotten – your credit card! Our credit card tips can help you have a great Christmas and avoid a credit card hangover in the New Year! Read More

Retail relief - how to make serious savings this silly season

Analaura Luna: Christmas is only a few weeks away and most of us are scrambling to finish (or start!) our last-minute shopping ... if you have some Silly Season spending to do, take a look at our best saving strategies before you hit the shops! Read More

How you can benefit from a strong Aussie dollar

Wilson Luna: These days we're getting great value when it comes to converting Australian dollars to US dollars - and that means that there are some great bargains to be had. We take a look at three ways you can make the most of a strong Aussie dollar. Read More

How Australians are gambling with their finances

Analaura Luna: Most of us would have enjoyed putting a few dollars on our favourite horse, or joining in the fun of the office sweeps for the Melbourne Cup again this year. But what happens when a bit of harmless fun turns into something more sinister? Read More

Australians face identity crime epidemic

Analaura Luna: Identity crime is rapidly reaching epidemic proportions in Australia, with millions of us experiencing the chaos that a stolen identity brings. There's more to identity crime than just having your credit card stolen and criminals are getting trickier every day, but there are five simple things you can do to outsmart them and protect yourself against the epidemic. Read More

High-tech protection

Analaura Luna: Technology has made it much easier for us to make purchases and connect with people all over the world, but it has also provided criminals with new ways to use stolen credit cards, stolen account details or other personal information ... Read More

Invasion of the identity snatchers

Wilson Luna: Being a victim of identity theft means that somebody has enough of your personal information to convince credit providers that they're you - which means they can tally up enormous debts in your name. Fortunately there are ways to protect yourself and ensure that your identity remains yours alone. Read More

Protecting your secret financial identity

Analaura Luna: Your 'secret' financial identity is your personal credit reference, and managing it properly can make a big difference to your financial life. A positive credit reference can give you the power to make some of your big money management goals come true ... Read More