Find out how to improve your credit score simply by managing your card limit wisely, why lay-by might be your smartest shopping tool right now, and what to look for before buying an air fryer.

Everyday consumer realities you only learn after something goes wrong. Cash, vouchers, homes, cars, and official records - what you need to know to avoid costly mistakes.

Before you renew insurance, reply to a “bank” call, or click that email, listen to this. These Consumer Hacks expose the fine print, the scams, and the small mistakes that can cost you big money.

One small oversight can spiral into a massive financial headache. From phone security and insurance traps to legal admin gaps, these Consumer Hacks show you what to watch out for and how to shut down the risks before they hit your wallet.

Spam that won’t stop, contracts that quietly roll over, scam calls targeting older relatives, costly buying mistakes and credit habits that follow you for years. This episode flags the warning signs early so you can act before small oversights turn into expensive regrets.

From pressured warranties to illegal card fees and quiet product withdrawals, these Consumer Hacks show what’s fair, what’s not and how to push back

From gym contracts you can’t escape to furniture that fails too late, expiry dates that don’t mean what you think, and hidden costs of car ownership. These Consumer Hacks unpack the expensive lessons many only learn after it’s too late, and how to avoid them.

From banking fraud to contract loopholes and online shopping rights, this episode unpacks the week’s biggest consumer risks and how to stay one step ahead

Stay ahead this season with Wendy Knowler’s latest consumer hacks - from safer holiday travel to smarter online shopping and easy home fixes. Quick tips, practical insights, and real stories to help you save money, avoid scams, and make smarter choices every day.

Buying a bakkie? if you get a special price, check that it’s a 4x4 and not a 4x2