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New retirees miss out on age pension thousands

Australia’s age pension pays singles $29,754 and couples $44,855 annually, but many lose some unnecessarily. Here’s why.

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Shopping’s psychological games: how to spot a fake deal

Black Friday and other retail sales can deliver some dodgy deals, but there are ways to separate the good from the bad.

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Inflation and interest rates: how to stay financially afloat

New CPI figures suggest mortgage pain and other pressures will continue for households ahead of the 2025 federal election. Here’s how borrowers can brace themselves.

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Wealthy versus battlers: is superannuation fair?

Superannuation is great for growing wealth, but there remains a huge gap between the rich and the rest. What’s the alternative?

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The breaking point prompting people to get pets put down

Cost-of-living pressures have been impacting pet care, and research has found a dollar figure leading to a horrifying decision.

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Rest in price: how to navigate funeral costs

Burial and cremation costs have climbed faster than overall inflation, but there are ways for grieving families to save.

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Why $30bn in savings account interest disappears down the drain

Banks are pocketing billions of dollars extra because customers are confused by rules and restrictions on deposit accounts.

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How our pension rules punish people who don’t own property

Homeowners are rewarded in retirement by pension asset test limits and tax rules. Should senior renters get more help?

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Women take the reins on investing

Investment in the share market is no longer dominated by men, especially for people aged under 40, the ASX says.

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Why the Aussie dollar still has room to grow

The Australian dollar’s recent strength is tipped to continue, but there are some headwinds to overcome first, economists say.

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What the new unemployment rate means for your money

Businesses and households are struggling, and the economy is effectively shrinking, so why is the jobless rate still only 4.1 per cent?

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Mortgage rejection the top fear of home-obsessed Aussies

Spending habits that hurt your home loan chances

Some lifestyle expenses can severely damage people’s chances of securing a mortgage, so it pays to know the danger zones.

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Medicare Levy tax sting hits 110,000 Aussies in just two years

The Medicare Levy Surcharge now affects average wage earners, leaving many people with a tax bill they could easily avoid.

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What key costs we’re cutting the most

Households everywhere have slashed spending in recent months, but some family members fare better than others. See the list.

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