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Get out of debt using the snowball method: ➡️ List your debts ➡️ Pay the minimum ➡️ Pay off the smallest debt first ➡️ Celebrate and repeat

Lenders use your credit score (or credit rating) to decide whether to give you credit or lend you money. You can check your credit score and credit report for free. Click the image below to learn more ⬇️ moneysmart.gov.au/managing-debt/…

Use the budget planner to help know where your money is going and make a plan: moneysmart.gov.au/budgeting/budg…

💡 Be mindful of your social media posts, especially if your profile is public. Scammers can easily find out where you live, work, and visit through your posts. #Scam

Summer is almost here and it's a good time to think about protecting your home and belongings in the event of a natural disaster. moneysmart.gov.au/dealing-with-n…

If you're feeling overwhelmed with financial decisions, a financial counsellor can help you put a plan in place. Call the @natdebthelpline on 1800 007 007. The helpline is open Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm.

It's always a good idea to negotiate with service providers and shop around for better deals on utilities, internet and insurance. Even small reductions can add up over time!

From mid-November myGovID is changing to myID, but how you use it will be the same. You don’t need to do anything to prepare for the change. If you’re asked to re-confirm your details or set up a new myID, don’t. It’s a scam. @ato_gov_au

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Have you started your Christmas shopping or are you waiting for the sales?

It's important to compare policies from different insurers and to shop around for the best value for money. Search Moneysmart.gov.au for tips on choosing car and home insurance moneysmart.gov.au

We’re warning consumers that scammers are targeting people experiencing financial hardship offering fake financial assistance. These scams impersonate Government agencies and programs as well as charities which provide support to people in need. bit.ly/3YzsNAc

ASIC is urging small businesses to be on high alert as false billing, investment and remote access scams cause significant financial losses asic.gov.au/about-asic/new…

Online outages are affecting some Australian banks, and scammers may be taking advantage to impersonate your bank and offer 'help'. Visit Moneysmart for more tips to stay protected moneysmart.gov.au/financial-scam…

How interest-free deals work moneysmart.gov.au/other-ways-to-…

We’re warning consumers to watch out for scammers impersonating their bank to manipulate them into sharing their personal or financial information, transfer money or provide a one-time security code. Share these tips with your network and report scams. bit.ly/4dTqGLU

If something seems off, act quickly. Contact your stockbroker, share registry, or bank and change your passwords. Contact IDCARE for free help if your identity is stolen.

Moneysmart and @asicmedia urge all investors to be vigilant when it comes to their share registry, trading, and bank accounts. If you notice anything suspicious, act immediately to safeguard your investments 🛡️ asic.gov.au/about-asic/new…

ASIC is warning investors to be on high alert following a significant increase in reports of stolen shares since August 2024 from people who have had their personal identity compromised asic.gov.au/about-asic/new…

Start with the golden rules to help you find investments that help you reach your financial goals sooner moneysmart.gov.au/how-to-invest/ #WorldInvestorWeek2024