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Whether you view them as an evil curse or a godsend, there's no doubt that a credit card is an absolute necessity these days if you want to shop online. But if you dream of a world without high interest charges and fees you may want to investigate an alternative. Allison Tait looks at the credit cards you have when you're not having credit cards.

Smart card guide

Choosing the "right" credit card from the 276 cards available has become a tricky business — one that can have quite an impact on your wallet. Effie Zahos puts you on the right track.

Don't get too comfortable with your debt

Don't get too comfortable with that debt — it might just stop you from paying it off. By Allison Tait

Champagne debt in Australia

Champagne debt is fast becoming a reality in Australia. Plenty of Gen Ys are enjoying the bubbles, at least for the moment. But when the champagne goes flat, they will find themselves up to their eyeballs (or is that highballs?) in debt.

Report finds Australian consumers tricked by no-frills credit cards

Poor planning and sloppy credit card behaviour can turn a normally placid no-frills credit card into a penalty-fee devouring monster no-one wants to have in their wallet. So says the recent report from CANNEX.

Sneaky credit card tricks

Understanding credit card "hidden" fees and charges can save you lots of stress and money, says Effie Zahos.

Finding the right credit card

Finding the right credit card involves working out what type of person you are, and what means the most to you. Gillian Bullock explains how.

Beware new types of ATM fraud

Holiday time means lots of trips to the automated teller machine and lots of waving around of credit and debit cards.

Credit card tips

Choosing the wrong type of credit card can end up costing you a fortune in interest. Check out Choice's tips on minimising your credit card bill.

Getting credit

Whether it's for a holiday or a plasma TV, there will be times when we'll need to take out a loan. That's life, but it's important that when we borrow we get the best possible deal.

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