Nicola Field is a seasoned personal finance writer with more than 25 years of experience helping Australians make smarter money decisions. A former Chartered Accountant, Nicola has contributed extensively to Money - both print and online - and writes for some of Australia's leading financial institutions. She is the author of Investing in Your Child's Future and Baby or Bust, and has collaborated with financial expert Paul Clitheroe on numerous projects, including books, newspaper columns, and radio scripts. Nicola's deep expertise in budgeting, investing, and family finance makes her a trusted voice in the industry.
UK could introduce 50-year home loans
The UK government is considering introducing 50-year home loans, which could be passed down from generation to generation.
Pocketbook budgeting app closing down
Zip to close popular Pocketbook app, telcos to block SMS scams, and gender pay gap nudges $1 billion weekly. Here are five things you may have missed.
Distressed property listings on the rise
The number of desperate property sellers is on the rise, with 'distressed' listings up by 4.5% across the country and up by 10.3% in NSW.
10 ways to get cheap movie tickets
Want a trip to the cinema without busting your budget? Here are 10 ways to buy cheap movie tickets without leaving an aircraft carrier-sized hole in your bank account.
Volt Bank asks customers to withdraw savings by next week
Volt Bank has announced it is closing down, giving customers just days to withdraw their savings before the July 5 deadline.
Bank of Mum and Dad buyers most at risk
Aussies who borrow money from their parents to fund a property are twice as likely to default on their mortgage within five years, experts warn.
Shoppers blast Big W over hefty hike in lay-by fees
Big W has increased its non-refundable lay-by and cancellation fees, and customers aren't happy.
Big splurges are out as cost of living bites
Aussies are slashing non-essential spending, with 44% of us cutting back on takeaway coffee and lunches. Here are five things you may have missed.
NSW drivers to save up to $750 a year on tolls
NSW motorists to save up to $750 annually, and a new calculator helps first homebuyers make a plan. Here are five things you may have missed.
One in three Aussies are losing sleep over interest rate hikes
The majority of Aussie mortgage holders aren't prepared for rising interest rates, and one in two can only afford to pay an extra $201 a month on their loan.
