This Month
Is a $25k ‘professional buddy’ the answer to loneliness?
Loneliness is big business. New high-end concierge services offer companionship for wealthy seniors, filling a void left by loss and distance.
How can we ensure our daughters get equal inheritances?
Many parents struggle with the idea of fairness when children earn different incomes or are at different stages of life.
Caring for two generations cost Han her corporate career
What started as a six-month break for this executive morphed into a multigenerational caregiving squeeze that upended her life.
October
How Renee lost thousands contesting her father’s will
Normally when a will is contested, court costs for all sides are paid for by the estate. But if a judge rules that a claim is baseless, that can change.
‘Rare’ victory for man with 10 siblings in $55m inheritance row
After working for minimal pay in the family takeaway shop for years, Tony El-Bayeh argued he was owed a share of the estate.
I gave money to my son, and now I’ve lost my home
Becoming the bank of mum and dad is not without its risks, especially if the arrangement isn’t formalised, experts warn.
We’re inseparable, so are our finances. How two couples make it work
Meet a pair of spouses who are on opposite sides of the fence when it comes to combining their money. Here’s why none of the parties have regrets.
September
Richer, older, lonelier: 5 charts that show how Australia has changed
The latest HILDA survey highlights cost-of-living pressures, the widening gap between renters and home owners, shifting family choices, and rising isolation.
Jacqueline stands to inherit $43m. She sued her father’s estate anyway
The case of Ian Cotter’s fortune and his daughter’s inheritance highlights the increasing complexity of estate planning in a world of divorce and blended families.
August
The pay gap widens as you age. Here are 3 ways to stop it
The older a woman gets, the wider the gender inequality yawns. But there are options for narrowing the gulf – they start at birth and last until death.
The 7 money secrets your partner is most likely to keep
A survey suggests 27 per cent of Australians in a relationship have committed financial infidelity.
July
Why the secret to getting rich depends on saving your first $100,000
Charlie Munger famously said there are three brutal steps to getting wealthy. Rasti Vaibhav and Rupali Rastogi explain what it takes to do them.
June
How to hack your way to a family office (with ETFs)
You might not have the money for a family office, but it’s possible to build a portfolio that gives you similar returns with exchange-traded funds.
Regal Partners trades map Luciano separation
The Luciano family’s current 6.6 per cent holding in Regal Partners is a far cry from its original stake around 20 per cent.
May
How to share your superannuation so you’re both better off
You might be surprised to learn that splitting super evenly isn’t always the best financial strategy. Here’s why.
April
How to avoid a succession fight like the Cue fashion family’s
The legal principle of promissory estoppel is tripping up founders who have made promises but not put them in writing.
March
Fighting over finances? You might need a money date
Coming to the meeting with the mindset that you’re going to be able to figure it out together is crucial.
We’re helping our son buy a home with his girlfriend. What if they split?
Giving your kids a hand to get on the property ladder can be complicated if there’s another party involved.
February
Six ways to get ahead of private school fee inflation
The kids are back at school and your bank account has just taken another hit. Here are some tips for getting in front of next year’s rises.
December 2024
What to consider before giving your grandchildren money
Providing financial assistance can be rewarding, but give some thought to how it will affect your retirement.