Credit cards can be pretty handy, but only if they’re used wisely. However misuse and abuse them, and they’re the scariest bits of plastic you’ll ever come across. A survey on credit cards conducted for debt solutions and personal budgeting company Fox Symes found that of out of 1,006 people polled nationwide, more than one third (37%) or the equivalent of 6.9 million Australians, had either... read more>

Winter is in full effect and that means most Australians are cranking up the heat, plugging in the electric blankets, and lighting the fires in fireplaces to keep warm. But that doesn’t mean we’re all smart and safe about it. So... Here is how to prevent the common house fire Check and replace smoke alarms When was the last time you checked to see if the smoke alarm works? Have the ... read more>

We all want more money without having to work too hard for it! From energy saving tips to easy cheats on your grocery bills and even some grooming advice. Here are 13 ways to save money without having to break a sweat. Unplug stuff. Your beloved tv in off mode is draining power and so is that phone charger plugged into the wall. To save yourself energy, buy a power strip so you can turn e... read more>

Energy bills are often the most dreaded bill of most households in Australia. We all need it, but no one wants to pay an arm and leg for it. The good news is that you can save money on energy by making small changes in your life. Here are 10 Simple Energy Saving Tips Set your set your hot water thermostat to 60ºC Set your your heating thermostat between 18ºC and 20ºC as every degree... read more>

Dropping temperatures often lead to an increase in colds and flus, but you can prepare yourself for the on coming cold and flu season and protect yourself from getting sick with these easy tips. Sleep well. Did you know that the lack of sleep can affect your immune system making you more vulnerable to colds and flus. Get an influenza and a pneumococcal (pneumonia) vaccination. If you ar... read more>