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'Stuff' keeps the business booming
Unlike other commercial property, self-storage units are proving a solid investment
On the newer side of the street
Modern apartments have had their share of problems, but they can be a better investment than their older counterparts
On the road again... and again
Retirees with a sense of adventure are joining the army of grey nomads who spend their days exploring our sunburnt country
When lives can be rescued
A free counselling service can get the debtors off your back and your finances on track
5 ways to future-proof your job
If MBAs were the career enhancer of the '80s and '90s, transferable skills are a must today
Count all the costs of downsizing
As well as the mounting expenses of selling and buying, there can be an emotional price to pay too
Tax amnesty can ease the pressure
The ATO is giving small enterprises, which owe almost $30 billion, the chance to clear the slate
Finetune your offset game
These accounts have long been touted as one of the easiest ways to lower mortgage repayments without impinging on cashflow, but how well do they really work?
Australia goes into recession
Whether the economy has a hard or soft landing is open to debate, but at the very least we are in for some volatile times in the battle against inflation
BUILD YOUR WEALTH WITH ETFs
Exchange traded funds have made it easy for Aussies to invest in a wide range of assets. They are a one-stop shop with low fees and instant diversification. Our comprehensive guide sets out how ETFs can be used as building blocks for a portfolio that will help you achieve your financial goals.
Bank accounts are sport's losers
Financing the kids' extracurricular activities can be an expensive business, but there are ways to keep the costs under control
Dreams created in the lab
The search for a cure or treatment, with a low chance of a large return, is rather like prospecting for a precious metal
Game changers in an ageing world
Understanding the population trends of different countries is crucial for investors taking a long-term view
Retirees set for an income boost
With the minimum drawdown rate going back up, fund members with an account-based pension need to decide what to do with the extra money
Critical for a green future
Countries and companies around the world are scrambling to secure supplies of the metal that is fuelling the energy revolution
How to repay your mortgage faster
The days of super-low interest rates are well behind us, so it's more important than ever to reduce your debt as soon as possible
Cheap and cheerful will do it
Your budget may be stretched, but a handful of projects that cost less than $150 each can transform your home's look and keep up the all-important maintenance
Plug into some power relief
Make the most of the subsidies and deductions, with both federal and state governments trying to ease the energy bill pain
Ready to face the world
Dusting off your passport and suitcase is easy, but there's more to think about before your next jaunt overseas
How scammers choose their victims
Vulnerable people who lose both their money and dignity can struggle to recover from the trauma
12 WAYS TO SCORE FREE MONEY
AS AUSTRALIANS BATTLE RISING LIVING COSTS, SOARING RENTS AND HOME LOAN INTEREST RATES THAT ARE THE HIGHEST IN A DECADE, PLENTY OF US COULD USE A BIT OF EXTRA CASH. GIVING YOUR BANK BALANCE A BOOST DOESN'T HAVE TO MEAN SLAVING AWAY AT A SECOND JOB OR SELLING A VITAL ORGAN. A WEALTH OF FREE MONEY IS AVAILABLE, AND SOME OF IT COULD BE HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT. WE LOOK AT 12 STRATEGIES TO HARVEST THE HONEY POT OF FREE CASH.
Micro steps towards richer life
Grameen bank is like no other lender. After nearly half a century, the so-called \"bank for the poor\" is growing exponentially.
Property slowdown takes its toll
Facing tough market conditions and more competition at home, the e-conveyancer PEXA is pinning its hopes on overseas expansion
On a space mission
Potential upsizers need to consider the cost and logistics – and even whether an extension would be a better alternative
10 ways to cut your tax bill
From writing off bad debts to boosting your tech, it’s not too late to maximise your savings
Harness the power of good habits
Whether it’s going for an early morning jog or saving money for a rainy day, it pays to make it part of your routine
Alternative paths to parenthood
Adoption and surrogacy are typically costly and time-consuming, but the results are worth the effort
Home buyers get another chance
More banks are set to become participating lenders in the federal government’s Home Guarantee Scheme from July 1
At home in a watery world
Describes catching and tagging sharks as a job that now he can only really do himself. \"We can't farm it out to any of our students because of OH&S issues. It's like the old Space Cowboys movie where the old bastards are brought out of retirement.\" Gets fired up by the many environmental challenges he wants to tackle. The only thing that stops him is the weather.
When it's payday for investors
A regular, fully franked dividend from a strong company can be an important source of extra funds