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Signs of a revival • If we support each other, life will eventually return to a “new normal”
Telcos can do better to help small business
Ethics to play a bigger role
‘She’ll be right’ won’t cut it
NEWS BITES
BOOK OF THE MONTH
SNAPSHOT • Work goes on in virtual space
APP OF THE MONTH
TAX TIP
‘Buy smart’ campaign targets the young
Flexible work likely to be a hot issue
Investors stick to their plans
Households bring out the tools
ETFs recover as confidence grows
Super shows ‘stunning’ resilience
No relief in sight for banks
HOLD Ansell (ANN) • The Intelligent Investor Graham Witcomb
Charity is twice as sweet
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Destination Armchair traveller • As borders remain closed we’re still travelling from the comfort of our own homes. And in the middle of winter, you might be used to visiting warmer climes. This month Julia Newbould is focused on films that can transport us from our current reality.
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BUILD ON THE DREAM
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Top tips for managing divorce and a mortgage
Investors remain confident
Getting back on your feet after a divorce
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HOW WE CHOSE THE BEST • Leading comparison website InfoChoice provided data on a full range of products and services, with analysis and supplementary data provided by Rainmaker Information, to help Money bring you these awards.
SUNCORP • A quick response to the pandemic challenges, plus reduced fees, have strengthened customer support
BANK FIRST • A credit card with low interest rates, plus flexible features, can help keep debt under control
GREATER BANK • As customers’ needs change, their bank has to work hard to maintain an edge over its rivals
FREEDOM LEND • A technology-driven focus on providing just what customers want means interest charges can be kept down
POLICE BANK • Property values are expected to fall, but low interest rates on loans will support the long-term investor
MOVE BANK • Low interest rates, flexibility and quick approval are just what borrowers need at present
LEVERAGED • Switched-on investors are getting ready to take advantage of any opportunities that emerge from the volatility
MACQUARIE BANK • Quick turnaround in applications and sharp rates support a wide range of competitive products
SUNCORP • A three-time winner’s attention to detail means customers save both time and money
MONEY MINDER OF THE YEAR ME BANK • With strong competition between banks helping to keep interest rates up and costs down, savers will benefit if they shop around
INSURER OF THE YEAR BUDGET DIRECT • It takes a big effort to stay ahead in the fiercely competitive insurance business, but it has paid off yet again
MOBILE BANKING APP OF THE YEAR ANZ • Apps that help with day-to-day banking and saving are a hit especially with younger users
NON-BANK LENDER OF THE YEAR LA TROBE...