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Nation of investors doubles down
Despite high inflation and financial uncertainty, Aussies have put trillions of dollars into property, shares and super
5 ways to future-proof your job
If MBAs were the career enhancer of the '80s and '90s, transferable skills are a must today
When lives can be rescued
A free counselling service can get the debtors off your back and your finances on track
When a business goes bust
As company failures start rising, here's a guide to what shareholders can expect to salvage from the wreckage
Too much of a good thing
The writing is on the wall for boom-time iron ore prices as production is ramped up and new mines are opened
Don't get mad, get even
Australia's big banks and supermarkets face little competition, which makes them the ideal income-producing, low-volatility investments
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
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
Take your foot off the accelerator
Before it's too late, investors should brace their portfolios for a slowdown
3 ways to beat the cash crunch
Times are tough and money is tight, but there are ways to keep investing that can be easy on your budget
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.
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
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?
Fees take it to the next level
After buying an apartment, owners should be prepared to regularly dip into their savings to cover maintainance and unexpected building issues
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
Check your insurance cover too
When your annual statement arrives, look beyond the investment return to make sure you have the right insurance cover
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
Comfort food for turbulent times
No business is totally bulletproof, but people still have to eat during a sharemarket rout
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
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
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.
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
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.
Game changers in an ageing world
Understanding the population trends of different countries is crucial for investors taking a long-term view
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
How scammers choose their victims
Vulnerable people who lose both their money and dignity can struggle to recover from the trauma
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
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
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