April 15, 2026
Does home insurance cover animal damage?
From pets to pests to wildlife, we break down the fine print so you can understand if your policy covers damage to your home or contents by animals.
Personal finance and money advice
Unbiased advice on insurance, banking, loans, tax and investments, including independent reviews and comparisons of financial products and institutions.
April 15, 2026
Does your home insurance cover pets? You might be surprised
Some policies will cover your vet bills if your pet is hit by a car, but almost none will cover pet damage to your home.
April 14, 2026
Should you get health insurance for braces?
Is getting extras cover for orthodontics worth it? We crunch the numbers to help you decide.
April 8, 2026
Real estate agents pressuring renters to use third-party apps
Tenants feel they have no choice despite privacy and fee concerns.
Banking
April 1, 2026
Why is ASIC blocking reports into CommBank’s mistakes?
The regulator has blocked access to a systemic issues report saying it may harm CommBank’s business interests.
March 13, 2026
Banks not doing their part to stop financial elder abuse
A new report finds that most banks aren’t complying with their own industry code of practice.
March 9, 2026
Are cryptocurrency ATMs really just scam machines?
Concerns rise as bitcoin and ether portals pop up at petrol stations and convenience stores around the country.
February 10, 2026
Thousands of complaints: Banks failing First Nations customers
Advocates say the financial services industry remains tone deaf to cultural differences and the obstacles some communities face.
Budget
January 21, 2026
How to save money on back-to-school costs
CHOICE parents share their cost-saving tips for the start of the school year.
January 13, 2026
How to save up to $11,500 this year
Our CHOICE experts explain how a few simple steps could help you save thousands.
September 15, 2025
Cost-cutting home entertainment hacks
Slash your home entertainment bills with these creative ideas for accessing low-cost or free books, music, movies and games.
September 8, 2025
How to save money shopping online
We share some unconventional ideas to reduce your online shopping bill.
Credit cards and loans
April 1, 2026
Decades of dodgy card surcharging set to come to an end
The RBA will ban businesses from charging consumers for using credit and debit cards from October.
December 22, 2025
Which creditors are forcing Australians to go bankrupt?
A new report reveals that people are facing financial ruin for debts as small as $10,000.
November 18, 2025
Financial counsellors raise concerns about MoneyMe’s lending practices
Quick-fix loans from non-bank lenders often come with high fees and interest rates that can make tight financial situations worse.
September 19, 2025
Using your credit card to buy gift cards? You might be paying more than you think
Helen was caught out by unexpected fees and high interest when using her CommBank credit card.
Financial planning and investing
April 1, 2026
The government needs to protect our retirement savings from scammers
Superannuation has been left out of a government scam prevention plan, and experts are raising the alarm.
December 4, 2025
2026 retirement savings targets for homeowners: How much do you need to retire?
How much you need to maintain your standard of living, based on actual spending by retirees.
November 26, 2025
Self-managed super funds increasingly being used as a tool of financial abuse
Claire's former partner structured their joint SMSF to benefit him and she lost almost her entire retirement savings.
October 10, 2025
Many retirees with low super balances are still missing out on tax benefits
The super funds are using an obscure rule to penalise low-income account holders.
Insurance products
April 15, 2026
Does home insurance cover animal damage?
From pets to pests to wildlife, we break down the fine print so you can understand if your policy covers damage to your home or contents by animals.
April 15, 2026
Does your home insurance cover pets? You might be surprised
Some policies will cover your vet bills if your pet is hit by a car, but almost none will cover pet damage to your home.
April 14, 2026
Should you get health insurance for braces?
Is getting extras cover for orthodontics worth it? We crunch the numbers to help you decide.
March 25, 2026
How to make sure your home is still insured while you’re on holiday
If you're not upfront with your insurer, you could end up voiding your home and contents policy.
Property and real estate
April 8, 2026
Real estate agents pressuring renters to use third-party apps
Tenants feel they have no choice despite privacy and fee concerns.
March 19, 2026
Where do the millions in rental bond interest go?
The money is meant to fund tenancy support services, but tenant advocates say it's disappearing into government coffers.
December 10, 2025
Rickety rental homes too costly to heat or cool
Why Australian rental properties need minimum energy efficiency standards.
September 29, 2025
Rental rights are gaining ground, but some parts of Australia are being left behind
A new report reveals that WA, NT and Tasmania have made little progress in the fight for a fair rental market.