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How Travel Insurance Kicks In For Lost or Stolen Credit Cards

David Boyd — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:20:18 +0000

If your credit cards are stolen while you’re travelling, there are some important steps to be aware of if you wish to make a claim – not only what you’re entitled to expect, but also what steps you’re expected to take. Step 1: Keep Calm There’s a very real tendency to panic when you realise [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

5 Rules for Smart Credit Card Use

Mark Brown — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 18:11:01 +0000

It’s true that credit card use can lead to dangerous amounts of debt. However, it is important to note that it isn’t the credit cards themselves that are evil. In fact, there are plenty of great credit cards that can actually be great financial tools. The key is being smart about your credit card use. [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

Do Aussies Have Too Much Personal Debt?

David Boyd — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:51:08 +0000

If you just want the short answer, its ‘Yes’, Aussies do have too much debt. The Long Answer Though the Australian economy performed well in 2010, yet there could be trouble brewing in 2011. Since the global financial crisis plagued the entire world, the local economy in Australia outperformed its peers and sustained to bounce [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

How to Negotiate Your Rent

Mark Brown — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 23:04:02 +0000

Image: cincyproject Renting is a popular option for many people. With all of the costs that come with buying a home, many people are choosing to rent a place instead. Renting carries less stress because you don’t have to worry about loans, however, you could still end up paying a lot in rent. Instead of [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

How to Cool Down Your Home

Mark Brown — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 23:09:43 +0000

Image: gustaffo89 Are you looking for an innovative yet affordable way to cool down your home? When the weather gets warmer outside, the temperature inside your house will naturally increase too. Consider some new ways to save money cooling down your home instead of paying exorbitant rates for air conditioning. Use a Ceiling Fan Turning [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

99 Essential Money Saving Tips

Knight — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 01:35:06 +0000

Who doesn’t want to save a bit of money? No matter how much you have, there is always something more you can do with your cash. So you might as well make the most of what you’ve got, right? Here are 99 ways you can stretch your buck and make it last! Home Whack some [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

5 Home Loan Tips for First Home Buyers

Mark Brown — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 01:30:23 +0000

Image: TheTruthAbout Purchasing a home for the first time is an exciting, yet confusing, event. Suddenly you are forced to choose from different mortgage products, complete a seemingly endless stream of paperwork, and commit to a multi-year relationship with one company. Instead of being overwhelmed, the tips for first home buyers below will help you [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

What Type of Balance Transfer Card Will Save You the Most

David Boyd — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:24:17 +0000

Image: AlamosBasement Choosing the right balance transfer credit card can make a huge difference in not only how much money you save on interest, but also, how quickly you get out of credit card debt. While 0% balance transfer credit cards may be the most tempting offers, oftentimes the best balance transfer deals carry slightly [...]

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

8 Ways the Internet Can Make You Richer

Rachel — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:59:40 +0000

Easy money is hard to come by, but the internet is a great tool for finding extra ways to save money and even make money. We’re not suggesting that you set up a dotcom business alongside your regular job, but by following these simple tips you can aim towards keeping your bank balance in the black, without taking up too much of your time.

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.

10 Easygoing Jobs for Motivationally Challenged People

Jack — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 20:54:52 +0000

Being a professional bum is truly an art form that few people can master but most aspire to. Yep, even workaholics. Scrap that, especially workaholics. Being a bum takes courage, a different way of looking at life, and more often than not, an ability to live on a shoe string, because no matter how tempting bumming around seems, it rarely pays well. Still, if you’re fed up with the daily grind and being bound by the ties of modern living then read on and see our list of top jobs for bums. You may just find the job of your dreams.

Money Hacker is a fresh Australian money and lifestyle blog dedicated to sharing great personal finance tips along with some oddities & curiosities from the financial world.