The Savings Tip Jar

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Raiz CEO Craig Keary about how Gen Z are seizing control of their financial future and redefining what it means to ‘get ahead’. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... Post-RBA savings account rate rises - how and when banks are passing it on NAB's big hike to fixed rate home loans September property price falls, Brisbane leading the decline Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Raiz CEO Craig Keary about how Gen Z are seizing control of their financial future and redefining what it means...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Herron Todd White Chief Economist Cameron Kusher, who explains why this rate hike was necessary, how it could impact the economy and what to expect in the coming months. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... The RBA's 0.25% Hike to 4.60% Inflation rate rising to 4.0% The banks already passing on the hike to savings accounts Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Herron Todd White's Chief Economist Cameron Kusher who explains why this rate hike was necessary, how it could impact the economy and what to expect in the coming mon...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Zyft CEO Richard Stevens about the rise of AI in retail shopping and whether robots can help you get better deals. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... Latest movements in rates for term deposits and fixed-rate home loans RBA predictions for next week Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Zyft CEO Richard Stevens about the rise of AI in retail shopping and how robots can help you get better deals! Plus our savings tips of the week. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiri...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Equifax’s Chief Solution Officer Kevin James about the latest mortgage market trends - especially the concerning plunge in loans to first home buyers. Kevin shares some of his thoughts on what’s driving that as well as other key movements. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... 95.4% of homes selling at a profit How top-end property markets are leading the downturn Term deposit rate reshuffle amid surging yields on the global bond market Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Equifax’s Chief Solution Officer Kevin James about the latest mortgage market trends - especially the concerning plunge in loans to f...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to UNSW economist and AFR columnist Richard Holden to get a bead on the countless economic and generational challenges facing Australian society right now - especially housing affordability. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... Westpac's new RBA cash rate forecast Plunging consumer sentiment The $34 billion already wiped off the property market amid the 'largest housing price correction in modern Australian history' Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to UNSW economist and AFR columnist Richard Holden to get a bead on the countless economic and generational...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Tom Kaldor - who’s the CEO and founder of Ajust - a platform that’s helping Aussies take advantage of their rights as a consumer when it comes to refunds. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... The stronger-than-expected GDP data and how that strengthens the case for an RBA hike, despite anaemic per capita growth. Macquarie's moves to axe the intro rate on its savings account and introduce new balance brackets Property price falls through August Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk Tom Kaldor who's the CEO and fo...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Clinton Hearne - the Executive General Manager of World360 Rewards - on what points chasers need to know, including some top hacks, and how these programs could be impacted by the upcoming card surcharge ban. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... The latest inflation results BoQ's rate increase for Future Saver customers Big bank cuts to term deposit rates Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Clinton Hearne from World360 Rewards on what points chasers need to know, including some top hacks, and how these programs could be impacted by the upcoming card surcharge ban....

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Bernadette Lunas - the Editor of Your Investment Property - about Commercial Property investing, which has had an uptick in interest lately amid the residential market slump and recent government policy changes. Bern discusses the case for commercial property as an investment option, including the common misconceptions, and where to look. Bern's commercial p...

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... Regional property market slowdown Rising consumer confidence following RBA hold + renters' pessimism The latest lending data from ANZ + the ABS Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Your Investment Property Editor Bernadette Lunas about the case for commercial property as an investment option, including the common misconcept...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Scott Phillips - the Chief Investment Officer of The Motley Fool - about what everyday Aussies need to know about investing, as well as his take on the current markets in Australia and abroad. Scott's new book , The One-Page Investing Plan, is now available for pre-order on Amazon . Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... RBA's cash rate hold The seven-year high in property listings Plunging mortgage activity Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Scott Phillips - the Chief Investment Officer of the Motley Fool - about what everyday Aussies need to know about investing, as well as his take on the current markets in Australia and abroad. Plus o...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to prominent property personality Jack Henderson - Director of the Henderson Group - who gives his take on the market downturn and the politics at play. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... The sharp falls in property prices HSBC's Australian market exit Record complaints to AFCA Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to prominent property personality Jack Henderson - Director of the Henderson Group - who gives his take on the market downturn and the influence of the wider political environment. Plus our savings ti...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to ING Australia's Head of Retail Jennifer Davies about the launch of ING's Savings Booster & how all savers can benefit. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... ING's new savings account offering 6% p.a. Inflation easing to 3.8% & what this potentially means for the cash rate The new ASIC report exposing big bank mismanagement of offset accounts Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to ING Australia's Head of Retail Jennifer Davies about the new Savings Booster account, how it...

In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk with Lloyd Edge - renowned buyer's agent, property investor & CEO of Aus Property Professionals - about his latest book, Set For Life. In this in-depth chat, Lloyd explains why we can we can no longer rely on the old playbook of buying a home and paying it off and discusses whether recent tax changes have taken the appeal out of property investment. He also...

In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss... The quiet home loan market & the opportunity it presents Revolut becoming Australia's newest bank How the SMSF home loan ban could jeopardise 2,400 building contracts. Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to the CEO and Founder of Aus Property Professionals Lloyd Edge about the state of the property market and how his new...

In this week's Dollar Dialogue, we're joined by Olivia McArdle - Macquarie's Head of Deposits & Payments - to discuss overseas transaction fees and how to avoid them. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: enquiries@savings.com.au