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Learn about credit cards
NerdWallet can help you find the right card for your financial goals.
How Do Credit Card Interest Rates Work?
Everything you need to know about credit cards to use them responsibly.
Amanda Smith
How to Apply for a Credit Card So You’ll Get Approved
Understand your credit score, debt and income, and apply for a card that fits your profile. Make your credit card application a no-brainer for the banks.
Different Types of Credit Cards in Australia
Different types of credit cards include rewards, low-interest and credit-building cards. When choosing a credit card, consider your spending habits and ability to repay the balance.
Kristie Kwok
Credit Card Fees to Know and Avoid
Managing your credit card isn’t just about repaying your closing balance each month. Every provider has its own set of credit card fees and rules of when they apply. If you’re not familiar with them, you can get stung by hefty and unexpected charges. Common credit card fees Annual fee Credit card companies often charge […]
Learn about home loans
NerdWallet can help you prepare to buy your first home or manage the home loan you already have.
17 Types of Home Loans for Buyers, Investors and Property Owners
Know the common home loan types for Australian buyers, investors and property owners so you can choose the best option for you.
Alan Hartstein
How to Get a Home Loan
The home loan application process can be thorny. Here’s how to approach it.
First Home Buyers Assistance Schemes and Federal Programs
Aspiring first home buyers have a range of government programs designed to help get their feet in the property door. The programs detailed below are nationwide schemes so check the details in your state. First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) The FHOG is the national scheme most people know about and is available everywhere except in […]
How Much Can I Borrow for a Home Loan?
Instead of focusing on how much the bank will let you borrow, you should focus on what you can actually afford.
Learn how to get more from your money
NerdWallet has tips to boost your income, jumpstart savings or take your credit score to new heights.
What Is a Good Credit Score?
A good credit score varies by credit agency: 661+ for Equifax, 625+ for Experian, and 400+ for illion.
25 Ways to Make Money Online, Offline and at Home
Find out how to make money with a side hustle that suits your situation.
Katia Iervasi
7 Money Management Skills to Master ASAP
Set yourself on the path to financial freedom by developing these key money management skills.
How to Make Passive Income
Passive income can offer breathing space when your finances are tight, but whether a cash stream is passive or not isn’t always clear-cut.
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