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Private health insurance myths: busted!

Private health insurance myths: busted!

With the changes to health insurance premiums coming in on April 1 this year, it’s hard to avoid thinking about your own health insurance. There are a lot of misconceptions about changing health funds. The truth is: the law ensures you’re not locked in.   MYTH #1: “It’s all too hard. I give up.” BUSTED: There’s a view that Health Insurance is hard to switch because it’s a complex produ... read more>
The best contract and contract-free NBN options from Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and More

The best contract and contract-free NBN options from Telstra, Optus, Vodafone and More

If you’re ready to move to the NBN, you’ll need to make a few decisions: which telco to go with, how fast you’d like your connection to be, and how much data you’ll need. But one of the biggest choices you’ll make is whether to sign a one or two-year contract, or opt for a month-to-month plan – and if you’re still unsure about which NBN plan or provider is right for you, you’re probably relu... read more>
Are your health insurance extras really worth it?

Are your health insurance extras really worth it?

One of the most common complaints we get here at the Fiftyup Club is from members saying they pay substantial dollars in premiums and don’t ever make a claim. Don’t let this happen to you.  One policy you can try to get more value out of is called “Extras Cover” and includes things like dental, optical, physio etc, in other words, procedures that aren’t performed in a hospital generally. ... read more>
One lesson we can all learn from the rich

One lesson we can all learn from the rich

I read with interest this week a story from the ABC about things rich people do to save money.    Janine Allis, the founder of Boost Juice says she always rings around to get the best deal from her energy provider and bank. Even though Janine is worth an estimated $66 million and is no doubt a very busy woman, she still finds time to check whether she is getting value for money.   There’s a... read more>
CommBank loan repayment rate changes could cost customers $50,000+

CommBank loan repayment rate changes could cost customers $50,000+

Here's a piece of fine print that every CommBank mortgage customer needs to read. In recent weeks the country's biggest home lender has announced that they will change some loan repayments and redraw balances in a way that reduces weekly and fortnightly repayments - but effectively extends the life-span of their customers who have have a variable rate principal and interest home loan, invest... read more>