The credit cards in Australia are nearly at about 20 million, giving clear value on the usefulness and effectiveness of credit cards. Credit cards are useful in a number of ways, but mostly these are alternatives to cash when cash is not available. These can also be used for overseas travel without being troubled by [...]
Surcharges are Hurting Credit Card Users
November 10th, 2011The Credit Trick: Aussies Benefit from Paying Credit Card Bills on Time
November 10th, 2011Owning house-that-can-be-soon-called-home appeals to many Aussies. As good as it seems, not everyone has the luxury to buy a house off the market easily. In times like these, availing housing loans is one of the best options for wanna-be-homeowners to take to get their dream home. Surprisingly, the simple act of paying credit card bills on [...]
Visa Will Not Enforce Goods and Services Tax
November 10th, 2011Visa has ensured customers and has told the Productivity Commission that they will not be enforcing Goods and Services Tax (GST). This announcement has been released from the fear of customers that purchasing online from offshore sites could lead to some legal and reputational problems. It was confirmed by a letter send by Visa’s Head [...]
Survey: Australian Consumers are Hard to Please
November 7th, 2011Australians are well known for being relaxed when it comes to customer service, but recent statistics show that they are one of the world’s hard to please customers. Of the respondents surveyed, 39 per cent are less than satisfied with the service they have received; even ranking higher than Americans, 29 per cent, and Canadians, [...]
Travel In Style And Within Your Budget
November 7th, 2011Traveling has become one of the most sought after to-do things for Australians these days. Different generations travel differently but with the same aim, to have fun and experience something new without draining your life savings. And so, here is a quick guide for all those who would want to get into the latest groove [...]
Comparison of our Top Credit Card Offers
| Interest Rate (p.a.) | Balance Transfer Rate (p.a.) | Annual Fee | Cash Advance Rate (p.a.) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Citibank Clear Platinum Card | A low interest rate offer on balance transfers and purchases | 11.99% | 2.9% for 12 months | $99 | 21.74% |   |
St George Vertigo | An introductory offer on balance transfer and a low annual fee | 13.24% | 0.99% for 12 months | $55 | 21.49% | |
Virgin Flyer Credit Card | Earn 1 velocity point per $1 spent, plus an introductory offer on balance transfers | 20.99% | 1.9% for 9 months | $99 | 20.99% | |
Westpac 55 Day Credit Card | No annul fee for the first year with a low rate on balance transfers and purchases | 0% for 5 months (reverts to 19.59% ) | 3.99% for 6 months | $0 | 21.49% | |
ANZ Frequent Flyer | An exclusive bonus points offer, Plus extended warranty, overseas travel and medical insurance,90 day purchase security insurance. | 19.74% | $95 | 20.99% | |