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Guides, tips and ideas to help you at every stage.

Australian real estate terminology to help you on your homebuying journey

Buying your first home can feel a little daunting, so we created this homebuying terminology guide to demystify the process.

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How to get your finances in order by establishing good habits

In the final part of a three-part series, we explain how establishing good habits is the third step towards getting your finances in order.

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How to get your finances in order by managing your debt

In part two of a three-part series, we explain how paying off debt is the second step towards getting your finances in order.

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How to get your finances in order by budgeting

In part one of a three-part series, we explain how creating a budget is the first step towards getting your finances in order.

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Green upgrades to consider for your home

Making your home more sustainable isn’t just good for the environment, it can help save you money too. Find out how here.

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Latest Scams In Australia

What are the common financial scams impacting Australians in 2024? Here’s a list of scams in Australia and what you can do to protect yourself.

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How to save for a house deposit

Saving for a house deposit might be more challenging during a cost-of-living crisis, but it needn’t be impossible. Learn how with our guide.

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5 tips for safer online passwords

Here are five easy ways to ramp up your password security and avoid losing your personal information to cyber criminals.

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It’s never too late to start saving

No matter what your relationship with money has been like, it’s never too late to start saving. Here are our top tips to start your savings journey.

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How to maximise your tax return

With the EOFY fast approaching, we look at ways for you to maximise your tax return. Find out how to end the year on a high!

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Bucketing money: help savings & cash flow

We look at how achieving homeownership is still feasible in today’s financially burdened society

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Home ownership may be closer than you think

We look at how achieving homeownership is still feasible in today’s financially burdened society

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Types of term deposits

Secure and low-risk, a term deposit provides stable returns with guaranteed rates. Find out if it’s the right choice for you here.

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The Bank of Mum and Dad

Struggling to save for a house deposit? Many young people turn to the Bank of Mum and Dad. Is it a good idea and what are the advantages and disadvantages?

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Five ways to add value to your property

Find actionable tips to increase the value of your property and learn how to plan for home improvement projects.

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How To Identify Phishing Email

Find out how to keep your personal information safe by identifying phishing emails, one of the most common scam tactics in recent years.

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How to save for holiday

If you’re dreaming of your next overseas trip, check out our tips for how to save for a holiday, and how to keep your money safe when you get there.

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How to prepare for a bushfire

Our bushfire protection checklist can help ensure you’re prepared if and when the worst happens.

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Celebrating international womens day

We look at the financial challenges facing women and what Great Southern Bank is doing to help.

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What is Afterpay? And what are its benefits and risks?

Is Afterpay too good to be true? Or can it be genuinely helpful? We explore the Afterpay pros and cons you need to know.

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Tips to budget for Christmas holidays

Explore ways to save money this Christmas with our budget-friendly tips.

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Your financial checklist for 2024

Make 2024 the year your finances start working for you.

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The ultimate overseas travel checklist – organise your finances

International trip coming up? Make sure your finances are in order before you leave with our overseas travel checklist.

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2023 scam wrap-up

A look at the year’s most common scams, emerging scam trends, and clever ways to protect yourself against them.

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