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Andy Kollmorgen

I'm a long-time investigative journalist who started off in New York City, ended up in Sydney, and likes nothing better than to shine a spotlight on underhanded behaviour in the consumer marketplace. The Investigations Team's work often focuses on financial harm to vulnerable people at the hands of corporations and businesses. I came to CHOICE in late 2010 by way of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission, a role that was preceded by a stint at the Australian Financial Review. I've also been a comms manager for a sales-driven boutique financial services firm in Sydney – an experience that inspired me to apply for the ASIC job. I research and report on a wide range of issues in the consumer marketplace – there never seems to be a shortage of them. I'm a former member of the NSW Fair Trading Advisory Council. You can find me on Twitter and LinkedIn. Recent articles by Andy TPG email cancellations causing chaos, but there may be an upside Cigno payday loan charging 800% declared illegal These are the most complained about businesses in 2023 3 out of 4 Australians harmed by a data breach CHOICE report: Extreme weather putting home insurance out of reach Why are we still paying billions in bank fees?

Shockers from the banking royal commission

August 30, 2025March 28, 2018 by Andy Kollmorgen
financial banking building in sydney

The lengths banks will go to in the pursuit of loot.

Categories Banking, Everyday Banking, Money Tags campaign

How to start buying shares

September 1, 2025January 22, 2018 by Andy Kollmorgen
stock market board

Thinking of dipping your toes into the stock market?

Categories Financial Planning and Investing, Money, Stock Market Investing

Toll road costs and fines

August 30, 2025January 12, 2018 by Andy Kollmorgen
cars_on_busy_brisbane_city_street

Are toll road companies like Transurban taking drivers for a ride?

Categories Cars, Fines, Transport Tags Video

Fintech loans and payments

September 19, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
Smartphone surrounded by dollar symbols

New financial technologies are gaining ground in Australia, but are they a better option than traditional banking?

Categories Credit Cards and Loans, Money, Personal Loans

UberX vs taxi – which is best?

August 14, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
man booking an uber on mobile lead

We trial UberX and taxi services to find out which performs best on price and reliability.

Categories Cars, General, Transport

The hidden costs of retirement village contracts

August 30, 2025June 26, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
elderly couple of park bench

Don’t sign on the dotted line until you understand the deal.

Categories Buying, Money, Property

Strata insurance claims

August 30, 2025June 1, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
apartment building

Strata insurance may not pay off if your building is defective.

Categories Home and Contents, Insurance, Money

Lifetime health cover for migrants

May 1, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
woman waiting on dock with suitcase

You’ll pay a price if you take out health insurance too late.

Categories Health, Insurance, Money

How to switch bank accounts

August 30, 2025March 31, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
fingers picking up dollar coin

Did you know? Banks have to help with direct credit and debit arrangements.

Categories Banking, Money, Switching Accounts Tags Bank CTA, campaign

How to bundle investments with a wrap or master trust

September 1, 2025March 9, 2017 by Andy Kollmorgen
senior couple speaking with financial planner

Why is your financial adviser hell-bent on signing you up?

Categories Financial Planning and Investing, Managed Funds and Trusts, Money
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