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7 Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
How good does it feel when you get a big tax return at the end of the financial year? All this money just gives you the urge to splurge, whether that be on a nice night out, a fancy purchase you’ve had your eye on, or a promising investment. But before you get ahead of … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/smart-ways-to-spend-your-tax-refund/">Continued</a>
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Can I Borrow Money From My Super?
Your superannuation (super) is likely one of the most significant assets you’ll accumulate over your working life in Australia. Superannuation serves as a financial safety net for retirement, helping to ensure you have enough to live comfortably once you stop working. However, there may be times when you’re facing financial difficulty and wondering whether or … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/can-i-borrow-money-from-my-super/">Continued</a>
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Medicare vs Private Health Insurance
In Australia, we’re very fortunate to have access to a public healthcare system, known as Medicare. But unfortunately, Medicare doesn’t cover everything. So is it worth investing in private health insurance to take care of those out-of-pocket expenses? Or should you consider other options, like an emergency loan, if the need ever arises? It all … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/private-medical-insurance-vs-medicare/">Continued</a>
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Loans For Car Repairs: A Simple Guide
Cars always seem to break down at the worst possible moment, leaving you stuck with a repair bill that’s well beyond your weekly budget. But for many Australians, not having a car means missing work, school pickups, and day-to-day responsibilities. If you need to get back on the road fast, loans for car repairs may … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/car-repair-loans-in-australia-a-simple-guide/">Continued</a>
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A Guide To Emergency Loans
Life is full of surprises, and not all of them are cheap. Maybe your pet ate something that required an unexpected trip to the vet, or maybe your car engine blew up on the way to work. Either way, you’re facing a big expense that just can’t wait. If your savings won’t stretch enough to … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/a-guide-to-emergency-loans/">Continued</a>
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Cheap Easter Activities For the Kids and The Kids-at-Heart
A holiday loan can help you fund the perfect Easter getaway, but you don’t have to splurge every year. Keep the kids and your wallet happy this year with some of our cheap Easter activities! In 2024, Australians spent an average of $62 a head on chocolate for Easter. The prices have surely gone up … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/cheap-easter-activites-for-kids/">Continued</a>
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Bad Credit Loans in Australia: A Simple Guide
If you’re searching for bad credit loans in Australia, you’re not alone. Many Australians experience financial setbacks that can affect their credit history, making it harder to access traditional finance. The good news is that having bad credit doesn’t automatically mean you’re out of options. This guide explains how bad credit loans in Australia work, … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/bad-credit-loans-in-australia-a-simple-guide/">Continued</a>
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Top 10 Travel Destinations for Australians
It’s no secret that Australians love to travel. Whether we seek relaxation or adventure, we’re keen to take a week or two off work to break away from everyday life. But the question is, where to next? The Australia Bureau of Statistics (ABS) just came out with their top 10 travel destinations for Australians for … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/top-10-travel-destinations-for-australians/">Continued</a>
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10 Cheap New Year’s Destinations in Australia
While New Year’s Eve is a chance to party all night and watch the fireworks, it can also be a great time for a getaway. But if you’ve made a New Year’s resolution to save more and spend less, a holiday can seem like a bad idea. Luckily, there are plenty of beautiful destinations in … <a href="https://www.swoosh.com.au/blog/cheap-new-year-destinations/">Continued</a>
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A Guide To Holiday Loans For Travel
Discover how holiday loans work with Swoosh Finance in our handy guide—inclding eligibility, uses, budgeting tips and our fast online application process.
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