Credit cards

Avoid a dumb debt hangover this summer

With less than a month till Christmas, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to pay for it.

Credit that's too good to be true?

Buying on credit can seem like the answer to having what you need or want right now.

Finance sector urged to help fight dumb debt

This week Retirement Commissioner Diana Crossan issued a public challenge to the finance sect

Paying back holiday debt

In the red after paying for Christmas festivities on credit?

Thinking about getting a credit card?

Credit cards can seem like a good option when the bank offers you one for the first time. But there are a few things you might want to think about before making your decision.

Take control of your credit card debt

Credit cards can be a useful payment option if you use them wisely. If not, they can quickly cost you more and more. A few simple tips can help you stay in control of credit card debt.

Glossary: debt

Christmas credit card tips

Credit cards are a convenient way to pay, but they can require a bit of discipline at this time of year.

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Tips for today's financial climate

Our top tips to help New Zealanders cope with the current situation in the financial world:

Too much debt?

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