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SYDNEY, January, 17 2002 - Whipping your finances into shape and having them work for you in 2002 may be easier than you think with the relaunch of Yahoo! Australia & NZ Personal Finance with Banking, Loan and Mortgage Centres (http://pfinance.yahoo.com.au). The Loan, Banking and Mortgage Centres will put an end to the confusion of competing Australian credit card programs, inefficient bank loans and ambiguous bank fee policies by offering detailed, easy to follow models to help people find the best available financial tools in the market tailored to their individual needs. Through a partnership with Infochoice, Yahoo! users can now research loans, savings, credit card and mortgage products all in the one place, allowing them to compare products and make an informed decision with just a click of the mouse. Features include:
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Ideal for the person who doesn't have time to shop around on their own, Yahoo! Australia & NZ Personal Finance offers a fast and easy way to compare a multitude of products online; with expert tips, tricks and features to help people make informed decisions when selecting a new credit card, mortgage or bank account. "Now there's no excuse not to get the best deal," said Sali Taylor, Producer, Yahoo! Australia & NZ. "In just a few minutes you'll find all the data you need to take control of your finances and make real savings." With the myriad of accounts, cards and loans in the market, Yahoo! Australia & NZ Personal Finance makes the choice easy. All a person has to do is follow a simple step by step questionnaire. Eg: When searching for a credit card, the questions are: 1) what kind of card are you looking for (eg: debit, credit, charge)? 2) what's most important to you? (ie interest free days, reward programs, travel insurance, purchase insurance etc) 3) what state do you live in? A comprehensive, comparative table is then produced based on the information given, outlining the cards available in the market that best suit the person's needs. The breakdown of information is so comprehensive that users can even compare reward programs down to the dollar value required to convert to frequent flyer points or other rewards i.e. currently to achieve $10 worth of petrol with American Express it costs $1,500, with the AMP card it costs $1,600 and with the Commonwealth Bank card it costs $1,440. Finding a bank account is just as easy with customers inputting the kind of bank account they're after - be it cheque, transaction, passbook, cash management or even an account for Christmas. A comparative table is then produced giving breakdowns of state specific accounts. Interest rates and fees can also be compared upfront including the sometimes forgotten ATM, deposit/withdrawal and phone banking charges which appear in monthly statements. There's also a term deposit calculator that will help users work out how much interest they can earn with interest payable at different intervals. Looking for a loan? Be it for business, personal, or for a home it will be a breeze with the 'loan selector'. Those in the market can choose the features they most want from their loan, click the GO! button and then be presented with a list of loans that meet their given requirements. If there are any terms that cause confusion, users can simply, click on the word to view a pop-up explanation! For those after ideas about what to look for before making their decision the special 'tips and tricks' section offers lots of practical information to consider. Tips are given on topics including: offsetting mortgages, how fee rebates work, the benefits of online transactions, how to pay off loans faster, making the most of rate falls, using home equity to borrow and even how giving up smoking can benefit your bank balance in the long term! With such a 'finance friendly' site, users can feel safe that the information they receive is straight forward, up to date, independent and the best in the market. In addition, other features on the Yahoo! Australia & NZ Finance site include a currency converter, personalised stock portfolios and plenty more! To experience the ease and convenience of this unique service, visit Yahoo! Australia & NZ Personal Finance (http://pfinance.yahoo.com.au) and make 2002 the year your money works for you!
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