The Beforepay Beat

March 2023 highlights from The Beforepay Beat: How to feel confident about your finances, tips to keep your debt under control, and utilities prices driving up the average daily cost of living.

These 6 simple practices could help you make informed decisions about your financial future and provide ways to get better at managing your debt.

February saw a 2.5% month-on-month increase in the daily cost of living, up to $58.23 from $56.83 in January, according to the Beforepay Cost of Living Index.

Highlights from the February 2023 edition of The Beforepay Beat newsletter: Tips to boost your salary, in-demand skills and a snapshot of spending on Valentine's Day!

The average daily cost of living has fallen by 8% month-on-month from $62.02 in December 2022 to $56.83 in January 2023, a 1.6% increase year on year.

Learn how you can access financial support for education, including what you need to know about HELP loans, as well as alternative study loan options.

Find out how you might be able to increase your salary, from asking for a pay rise and navigating salary negotiations to upskilling to boost your earning potential.

Take on our 7 Day Savings Challenge to boost your savings and start positive money management habits that you can take into the year ahead!

Rising energy prices could mean higher electricity bills. See how much Aussies spend on their electricity bills and how you could save money on yours.

Highlights from the November/December 2022 edition of The Beforepay Beat newsletter: Introducing Beforepay's new Compare and Save platform.

New data shows the daily cost of living for the average Australian in November 2022 increased by only 1% over the month to $60.48. This represents an increase from $59.78 in October 2022 and from $60.23 in November 2021.

Thinking about how to keep your finances in check over Christmas and New Year? Stick to your budget and save with these money tips!