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New year, new house: Expert tips for moving on a budget

Moving expert Kirsty Morbidelliis from U-Store-It says that moving on a tight budget is possible, as long as you start planning early and are happy to do some legwork.

Retirement planning in your 40s: budgeting for the life you love

Maintaining the life you love might only take loose change and consistency—if you start today.

New year, old debt? The dos and don’ts of credit card balance transfers

If you’re starting the New Year with a credit card hangover, now is the time to put a debt-busting plan in place. In partnership with money comparison site Mozo, we’re pleased to bring you the dos and don’ts of credit card balance transfers...

This is how Bec and Jarrad are fast-tracking their financial goals

Bec and Jarrad thought they were good with money, but the clarity MyBudget brought helped them unlock their full financial potential. They purchased an investment property just 8 months after joining MyBudget.

Debbie and Alan couldn’t get a debt consolidation loan. They did this instead.

Unable to get a debt consolidation loan from the bank, Debbie and Alan were looking at a Part IX Debt Agreement when they realised it was a form of bankruptcy.

Forget about setting financial goals in 2020. Do this first.

What if 2020 could be your best financial year ever? And what if the key to achieving your financial goals is easier (a lot easier) than you imagined? Are you on board? We hope so because the tips we’re about to share can be applied to improving...

Budgeting for Black Friday (here’s your game plan!)

Do it right and the upcoming Black Friday sales could save you money and boost your budget. Or do it wrong and you could end up eating baked beans on ‘Broke Saturday.’ That’s why we’ve come up with a seven-point Black Friday Shopper’s Game...

7 Budget-Friendly Christmas Getaway Ideas

Are you thinking of a Christmas holiday this year, but wondering if you can afford it? Here are seven budget-friendly getaway ideas.

Enjoy a stress free Christmas with these 12 tips

Ah Christmas! It may be a magical time of year… however it can also be a bit stressful… We are here to help you prepare for a happy Christmas, with our 12 tips of Christmas!

The pros and cons of using super to pay off debt

Is it possible to use superannuation savings to pay off debt? And is it a good idea? We look at the pros and cons, which debts are eligible for early super release, and whether it’s worth it.

Budgeting for life after divorce or separation

The reality is that separation is often messy and can take decades to recover from. But with a proper understanding of your financial position, the impact of divorce can be reduced so you’re quickly back on your feet and looking forward to the future.

‘Spring Clean My Money’ Checklist

As we jump into spring, now is the perfect time to shake the winter off your finances. Our seven-point Spring Clean My Money Checklist is designed to help you dust off your money goals and prepare for a sizzling hot summer of financial fitness.

Dispelling the Myths Around Bankruptcy

Depending on what you hear and who you hear it from, bankruptcy is either a silver bullet for debt problems or the fast-track to financial ruin. Somewhere in between is the truth. In this article, we get to the bottom of bankruptcy myths with Damien Kane, MyBudget’s insolvency team leader.

Interest-Free Finance, Digital Lay-by—What’s the Difference?

Afterpay, Zip Pay, Ezi-Pay, Gem Visa, GO MasterCard, Creditline, Buyers Edge… All of these are ‘buy now pay later’ services. Each of them allows customers to receive their goods or services immediately and pay for them over time. But how do...

MyBudget Survey: 20 Years of Money

To coincide with MyBudget’s 20th anniversary milestone this year, we recently surveyed Australians about their current financial commitments and attitudes toward money in 2019 versus two decades ago. The results may not come as a surprise -- Australians today are under unprecedented levels of financial stress compared to twenty years ago.

What to do when money is your relationship buzz kill

Let’s face it, relationships are hard enough. Money can be charged with emotions, which makes talking about finances difficult and a potential source of conflict, especially when financial stress is involved. If money has become your relationship ‘buzz kill’, it’s time to rediscover the love. Here are some tips to get started.

10 ways to reduce your winter heating bill

Is the thought of your winter heating bills giving you chills? The average Australian household spends 40 percent of their power bills on heating and cooling, plus 21 percent on water heating. That’s nearly two-thirds of your household’s energy costs, which means any savings you make in those areas can really reduce your utility bill. In this article, we share 10 ways that you can reduce your heating bill this winter.

Side hustles for mums: How to increase your income

With technology at our fingertips, there are more ways than ever to find a side hustle that works for your lifestyle. The only question is, where do you start? So if you’re looking for ways to increase your income, we’ve compiled some ideas that you can do from the comfort of your own home.

This 14-year-old has been running her own business for two years

Some kids do household chores to earn pocket money. Others get a part-time job. And then there are those who launch their own business. In this article, we look at ‘kidpreneurs’, what moves a minor to start their own business and if there are any lessons we can learn from them about increasing income with a side hustle.

Budget-friendly school break fun recommended by parents

Ready to keep your kids entertained this school holidays? While there’s no shortage of child-friendly activities to do, sometimes it can be hard to determine what’s actually fun and most importantly, affordable. In this article, we’ll share with you some ideas to try for budget-friendly school break activities recommended by parents, for parents.

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