The Savings Tip Jar

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  Why First-Home Buyers Are Sitting on the Sidelines 18.09.2026 11min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Equifax’s Chief Solution Officer Kevin James about the latest mortgage market trends - especially the concerning plunge in loans to first home buyers. Kevin shares some of his thoughts on what’s driving that as well as other key movements.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  95% Property Profitability, First Home Buyer Freeze & The Great Rate Reshuffle, with Equfax's Kevin James | Ep 169 18.09.2026 31min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...95.4% of homes selling at a profit How top-end property markets are leading the downturnTerm deposit rate reshuffle amid surging yields on the global bond marketThen, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Equifax’s Chief Solution Officer Kevin James about the latest mortgage market trends - especially the concerning plunge in loans to first home buyers.Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  What's Wrong With Australia's Economy? 10.09.2026 16min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to UNSW economist and AFR columnist Richard Holden to get a bead on the countless economic and generational challenges facing Australian society right now - especially housing affordability. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  The Australian Dream Under Pressure: Housing, Inflation and Australia's Economic Future, with UNSW's Richard Holden | Ep 168 10.09.2026 36min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...Westpac's new RBA cash rate forecastPlunging consumer sentimentThe $34 billion already wiped off the property market amid the 'largest housing price correction in modern Australian history'Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to UNSW economist and AFR columnist Richard Holden to get a bead on the countless economic and generational challenges facing Australian society right now - especially housing affordability.Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  The Refunds You're Missing: How Aussies Can Get Their Money Back, With Ajust CEO Tom Kaldor 03.09.2026 13min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Tom Kaldor - who’s the CEO and founder of Ajust - a platform that’s helping Aussies take advantage of their rights as a consumer when it comes to refunds.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Rate Hike Calls Get Louder, Macquarie Axing Intro Rate, Property Downturn Deepens & Refund Help, with Ajust's Tom Kaldor | Ep 167 03.09.2026 34min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...The stronger-than-expected GDP data and how that strengthens the case for an RBA hike, despite anaemic per capita growth. Macquarie's moves to axe the intro rate on its savings account and introduce new balance bracketsProperty price falls through AugustThen, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk Tom Kaldor who's the CEO and founder of Ajust - a platform that’s helping Aussies take advantage of their rights as a consumer when it comes to refunds.Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Rewards Points in a Post-Surcharge World: Are They Still Worth It? With World360 Rewards' Clinton Hearne 31.08.2026 9min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Clinton Hearne - the Executive General Manager of World360 Rewards - on what points chasers need to know, including some top hacks, and how these programs could be impacted by the upcoming card surcharge ban.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Stubborn Inflation, Surprise Savings Account Rate Bump & Rewards Point Hacks, with World360 Rewards' Clinton Hearne | Ep 166 27.08.2026 24min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...The latest inflation resultsBoQ's rate increase for Future Saver customers Big bank cuts to term deposit rates Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Clinton Hearne from World360 Rewards on what points chasers need to know, including some top hacks, and how these programs could be impacted by the upcoming card surcharge ban. Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Commercial Property Investing: What to Know & Where to Look 20.08.2026 12min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Bernadette Lunas - the Editor of Your Investment Property - about Commercial Property investing, which has had an uptick in interest lately amid the residential market slump and recent government policy changes. Bern discusses the case for commercial property as an investment option, including the common misconceptions, and where to look.Bern's commercial property investing guides, are available exclusively to YIP Advantage members. Sign up for free here. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Regional Property Boom Over? Consumer Confidence Picks Up, Renter Dismay, and Commercial Property Investment | Ep 165 20.08.2026 33min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...Regional property market slowdown Rising consumer confidence following RBA hold + renters' pessimism The latest lending data from ANZ + the ABS Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Your Investment Property Editor Bernadette Lunas about the case for commercial property as an investment option, including the common misconceptions, and where to look. Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  The Investing Advice Most Australians Never Learn, with The Motley Fool's Scott Phillips 13.08.2026 19min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Scott Phillips - the Chief Investment Officer of The Motley Fool - about what everyday Aussies need to know about investing, as well as his take on the current markets in Australia and abroad.Scott's new book , The One-Page Investing Plan, is now available for pre-order on Amazon. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  RBA Holds Fire, Property Listings Surge, Mortgage Market Meltdown & The Motley Fool's Scott Phillips | Ep 164 13.08.2026 41min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...RBA's cash rate holdThe seven-year high in property listingsPlunging mortgage activityThen, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to Scott Phillips - the Chief Investment Officer of the Motley Fool - about what everyday Aussies need to know about investing, as well as his take on the current markets in Australia and abroad.Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Jack Henderson on Falling Property Prices, Government Policy and Opportunity 07.08.2026 17min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to prominent property personality Jack Henderson - Director of the Henderson Group - who gives his take on the market downturn and the politics at play.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Property Price Plunge, HSBC's Shock Exit, Record Financial Complaints & Jack Henderson | Ep 163 06.08.2026 39min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...The sharp falls in property pricesHSBC's Australian market exitRecord complaints to AFCA Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to prominent property personality Jack Henderson - Director of the Henderson Group - who gives his take on the market downturn and the influence of the wider political environment. Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  How You Can Earn 6% p.a. On Your Savings, With ING's Head Of Retail Jennifer Davies 29.07.2026 11min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk to ING Australia's Head of Retail Jennifer Davies about the launch of ING's Savings Booster & how all savers can benefit. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Shock New Savings Account Offering 6% p.a!!! Inflation Cools, No RBA Hike Then? & Banks Caught Offside On Offsets | Ep 162 29.07.2026 33min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...ING's new savings account offering 6% p.a.Inflation easing to 3.8% & what this potentially means for the cash rate The new ASIC report exposing big bank mismanagement of offset accountsThen, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to ING Australia's Head of Retail Jennifer Davies about the new Savings Booster account, how it came about & what savers are wanting. Plus our savings tips of the week!Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  How To Build Long Term Financial Security, with 'Set For Life' Author Lloyd Edge 23.07.2026 16min

  In this Dollar Dialogue, we talk with Lloyd Edge - renowned buyer's agent, property investor & CEO of Aus Property Professionals - about his latest book, Set For Life.In this in-depth chat, Lloyd explains why we can we can no longer rely on the old playbook of buying a home and paying it off and discusses whether recent tax changes have taken the appeal out of property investment.He also gives his take on the current state of the property market, and whether this presents a buying opportunity for savvy investors. Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Muted Mortgage Market, Australia's Newest Bank & How To Be 'Set For Life', with Aus Property Professionals CEO Lloyd Edge | Ep 161 23.07.2026 37min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...The quiet home loan market & the opportunity it presentsRevolut becoming Australia's newest bankHow the SMSF home loan ban could jeopardise 2,400 building contracts. Then, in our Dollar Dialogue, we talk to the CEO and Founder of Aus Property Professionals Lloyd Edge about the state of the property market and how his new book, Set For Life, can help Aussies build long term financial security and freedom. Plus our savings tips.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  How To Avoid Being Stung By International Transaction Fees, With Macquarie's Olivia McArdle 16.07.2026 11min

  In this week's Dollar Dialogue, we're joined by Olivia McArdle - Macquarie's Head of Deposits & Payments - to discuss overseas transaction fees and how to avoid them.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]
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  Westpac Stands By August Rate Hike Call, Term Deposit Rates Fall Again, Sharp Rent Rises & How To Avoid Travel Card Costs, With Macquarie's Olivia McArdle 16.07.2026 35min

  In this week's Savings News Roundup, Dom and Denise discuss...Westpac's stronger convictions of an August cash rate hikeMore term deposit rate cuts, including one from Australia's biggest bankSharp rent rises on housing throughout the countryThen, in our Dollar Dialogue, we're joined by Olivia McArdle - Macquarie's Head of Deposits & Payments - to discuss travel card fees and how to avoid them. Plus our "righteous" savings tips.Questions, tips or feedback? Email us: [email protected]