Revealed: Cost-cutting tips as private health insurance prices jump

Where did the year go? One minute you’re making New Year’s resolutions, the next, you’re searching for that extra jumper! Easter has come and gone in the blink of an eye, and winter 2024 is fast approaching. Between work, socialising, exercising, travelling or whatever else you’re into, finding the time to take stock of your finances and plan for the rest of the year may be a tough ask.  While the increased cost of living is still front of mind for many Aussies, it’s easy to put off actually taking the time to sit down and check where you could save, right? Well, stick with me for a few minutes and read on, because it really doesn’t have to be such a chore.  It’s check-up time.  No, I don’t mean a check-up at the dentist or the doctor. (Although either of those options could be a good idea if it’s been a while!) I’m talking about private health insurance.  Many of us continue to make spending cutbacks in other ways. Perhaps you’ve got an eagle eye for supermarket specials, or you’ve recently cut ties with your rarely used gym membership? While those steps can help ease budget strain, they’re unlikely to make a major impact, so it’s worth thinking outside the box. If you, like millions of other Aussies, have some form of private cover, now’s the time to check what you’re currently paying for it and whether you could save.  Recent research from comparison service iSelect has found that only a third of Aussies… Read More