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When do you have to use them by? Will your credits disappear as Virgin restructures? Your questions answered.
Read more…What makes your credit score rise, and what can you do to help?
Read more…Does "legal tender" mean you can always pay with notes and coins?
Read more…Scoring frequent flyer points can get tricky when flights are altered – here's what you need to know.
Read more…Paying for points can score you reward flights faster, but doesn't always make sense even during a sale. Here's why.
Read more…Earn points or save money? Here's how to decide. Full guide with calculated examples.
Read more…When flying is not an option, these are the best ways to spend your rewards points.
Read more…If you score a bargain ticket, do you have to give up on points?
Read more…We weigh up the value in Virgin Australia's pay-with-points lounge deal.
Read more…When can low-cost passengers live the first-class lounge life?
Read more…There's a right way and a wrong way to maximise points with gift cards.
Read more…Most credit cards do not offer interest-free days on purchases when you have a balance transfer, but there are some exceptions.
Read more…Does flying in business class mean you'll earn more points?
Read more…When does a gift card for flying make more sense than cash?
Read more…Does a carbon neutral label mean something is better for the planet?
Read more…With changes to Qantas Frequent Flyer Direct scheduled for December 2019, here's a look at how it could affect your frequent flyer balance.
Read more…Credit card CVVs are typically used when you shop online, so should you be suspicious if someone asks for it when processing a refund?
Read more…Bonus points can sweeten the deal, but there are a lot of other details to weigh up before you apply.
Read more…Why do airlines make it so difficult to spend your points?
Read more…The NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) explained.
Read more…What are the alternatives to Qantas's longest direct flight?
Read more…Hotels and online subscription services are among the businesses that put pre-authorisations on debit and credit cards, so what exactly does this term mean?
Read more…If you’re looking for loopholes that let you earn points on your credit card’s annual fee, here’s what you need to know.
Read more…Velocity Frequent Flyer lets you use points to book Tigerair flights, so what are your options for earning points with this low-cost airline?
Read more…How long will you have to wait before you can use the frequent flyer points earned on your credit card spending?
Read more…If you’re checking into a hotel, here’s why it pays to have a credit card (or cash) on hand when you check in.
Read more…8,000 Qantas Points or 50 Status Credits? Here's how to choose.
Read more…Credit card providers give you a handful of ways to make payments from any Australian bank account – here's a look at how it works.
Read more…If you apply for an in-store credit card finance option, is it instant?
Read more…Looking to move on from Lifetime Gold? It's going to take a while.
Read more…Can you pay your ATO bill and earn credit card bonus points in the process?
Read more…If you’re worried about being sued because of an unpaid credit card account, here’s a look at what comes before legal action is considered.
Read more…Do your sums carefully before paying more purely for the points.
Read more…How much do you need to pay off your credit card when you get a notification that you've gone over your credit limit?
Read more…How much can someone spend when you add them as an additional cardholder on your credit card account?
Read more…Bonus points or a 0% p.a. interest rate offer can make it tempting to get a new credit card, but is it worth it if you already have a card?
Read more…New rules make it easier for Aussie travellers.
Read more…Many Australian credit card providers allow you to apply for two of the exact same card but there are limitations – including for bonus point offers.
Read more…Does your superannuation insurance give you enough cover?
Read more…Can you use travel insurance through your credit card to help pay for changes when a travel agent has messed up your flights?
Read more…The devil is in the details for this points partnership.
Read more…Find out what details are added to your credit history when you share a joint credit card account with someone – and how it can affect your credit score.
Read more…What are your options for Status Credits apart from actually flying?
Read more…How much value could you get with 80,000 Membership Rewards Gateway points? Learn how to work out the value for other reward options.
Read more…Don't need the points yourself? Here's how to pass them on.
Read more…Find out how a refund shows up on your credit card and how it can affect your account when you have paid your balance in full.
Read more…Here's what to do while Dubai is operating with a single runway.
Read more…A bad credit score can make it hard for you to get a loan, so here are some of the ways you can boost your credit score.
Read more…Both Afterpay and credit cards can give you an interest-free period to pay off shopping, so what are the differences between them?
Read more…Qantas' bargain sibling is a points option, but doesn't deliver great value.
Read more…The Radeon RX 6700 XT is a powerful 1440p graphics card that bridges the gap between Nvidia's RTX 3060 Ti and RTX 3070.
The new 2021 Jura E8 has an upgraded grinder, automatic milk cleaning feature and can make your favourite drinks using voice commands.
The latest layering trend is here and we’ve got the lowdown on where to shop it in Australia.
Fast, versatile and robust, the Razer Huntsman V2 Analog is a top-tier gaming keyboard through and through, but its analogue switches aren't as revolutionary as they might have been.
Lenvovo’s ThinkVision T24i-20 is a business-first monitor with a rotating display and just a few key extra features.
Nokia’s fourth-generation ultra-budget handset promises fast security updates and two-day battery life.
Google’s Nest Hub benefits from better sound and Thread compatibility, but the much-hyped sleep tracking is too erratic to be truly trustworthy.
The Echo Show 10 3rd Gen’s ability to spin itself around to face you is a neat trick, but Amazon hasn’t done enough to make it a must-have feature.
It’s not the fanciest gaming headset around, and you’ll either love or loathe its lightweight design, but the HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless certainly gets the gaming job done at moderate price point.
The Nanoleaf Essentials Bulb offers a wide colour gamut and Thread compatibility, although it’s on the pricier side for a smart light bulb.