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Explore credit cards
NerdWallet can help you find the right card for your financial goals.
How to Apply for a Credit Card in 5 Steps
Understand your credit score, debt and income, and apply for a card that fits your profile. Make your credit card application a no-brainer for the banks.
Amanda Smith
Georgia Rose
Types of Credit Cards in Australia
Types of credit cards include rewards, low-interest, balance transfer and credit-building cards. When choosing a credit card, consider your spending habits and ability to repay the balance.
Kristie Kwok
9 Things to Know Before Getting Your First Credit Card
Understanding the basics can save you time, money and frustration and get you on your way to building good credit.
Katia Iervasi
How Do Credit Cards Work?
Everything you need to know about how credit cards work and how to use them responsibly.
Learn how to manage your money
NerdWallet has tips to boost your income, jumpstart savings or take your credit score to new heights.
25 Ways to Make Money Online, Offline and at Home
Find out how to make money with a side hustle that suits your situation.
7 Money Management Skills to Master ASAP
Set yourself on the path to financial freedom by developing these key money management skills.
Budgeting 101: How to Budget Money
Divide your income among needs, wants, savings and debt repayment, using the 50/30/20 budget method.
Emergency Fund: What It Is and How to Start One
An emergency fund is an account with money set aside for big, unexpected expenses. Here’s how to start building one for peace of mind.
Navigate the mortgage process
NerdWallet can help you prepare to buy your first home or manage the home loan you already have.
How to Get a Home Loan
The home loan application process can be thorny. Here’s how to approach it.
Alan Hartstein
How to Buy a House in Australia: 12 Steps to Purchasing Property
The main steps to buying a house or property in Australia include getting your finances in order, seeing how much you can borrow, and choosing the right mortgage lender.
First-Time Home Buyer Tips: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
Enlisting early help from a lending professional, doing neighbourhood-level research, and factoring ongoing costs into your budget are some key tips for first-time home buyers to consider.
17 Types of Home Loans for Buyers, Investors and Property Owners
Know the common home loan types for Australian buyers, investors and property owners so you can choose the best option for you.
Read up on personal loans
NerdWallet can help you understand the basics of using personal loans.
What Is a Personal Loan?
A personal loan is money borrowed from a lender that you pay back in monthly instalments.
How to Get a Personal Loan in 7 Steps
Getting a loan starts with assessing your borrowing needs and capacity to repay, then comparing offers to find the best deal.
How To Apply For a Personal Loan
Applying for a loan can be quicker and easier if you’re prepared and know what to expect.
What Is a Loan?
A loan is a sum of money borrowed from a creditor that you pay back with interest. Loans can be secured or unsecured.
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