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What can you do if a purchase fails the test?

I bought a TV/DVD player nine months ago and the DVD player has stopped working. The TV is still under warranty. What are my consumer rights?

How to cancel your gym membership

I have automatic direct debit arrangements with a gym and a charity and can't afford them anymore. How do I cancel them?

Why credit card insurance isn’t worth it

I signed up for credit card insurance. Now I have had an accident and can't work but the insurer refused to pay out my credit card debt.

How the falling Aussie dollar will affect property prices

At face value, a lower Aussie dollar means residential property becomes more affordable in an overseas currency. So what will this mean for Australians?

Why leasing your solar power system makes sense

One of the barriers to installing a solar power system is the upfront cost. But there is now a more affordable way to get a solar roof system.

After-school jobs: watch out for high tax rates

Kids' income from part-time jobs is known as "excepted net income" and is taxed at ordinary tax rates.

How to protect your savings from fraudsters

More than 2600 Australians have lost in excess of $113 million to serious and organised investment fraud. It's time to protect yourself and your savings.

The two compelling factors driving the Aussie dollar

The two most compelling fundamental drivers for the Aussie dollar in 2011-12 are world growth and commodity prices.

Understanding capped-rate car loans

Once only available on home loans the idea of a capped-rate is now, thanks to QTMB, available on car loans

Have I been a victim of identity theft?

More than 1 million Australians have been the victims of identity theft or fraud. Here are the signs to look out for.
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