Raising hell: Why does childcare cost so much?
More than one million Australian families used childcare last year. If you were one of them, you know how expensive it has become.
After a six-month investigation, the Australian Consumer and Competition Commission (ACCC) handed down its interim report into the sector earlier this month.
The ACCC found that childcare fees were rising faster than inflation and wage growth, and government subsidies have failed to keep pace.
Taxing time: Wise up to end of financial year scammers
The only people who love this time of year are accountants - and scammers.
While you’re busy trying to get your finances for the end-of-financial year tax submission, scammers are also busy trying to persuade you to part with money.
Pet insurance: What does ASIC’s crackdown mean for you?
Have you received a large veterinary bill for your pet even though you had what you thought was the right insurance? You’re far from alone.
Seeing red: How to handle debt collectors
Are you being hounded by a debt collector? Are the phone calls and texts never ending? Perhaps the debt collector is constantly calling or texting family members or friends to try to get hold of you.
No one wants to be chased for money, especially at a time they are feeling vulnerable and under considerable financial stress. But what exactly is a debt collector? And how are they supposed to behave?