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.
Burial and cremation costs have climbed faster than overall inflation, but there are ways for grieving families to save.
Banks are pocketing billions of dollars extra because customers are confused by rules and restrictions on deposit accounts.
Homeowners are rewarded in retirement by pension asset test limits and tax rules. Should senior renters get more help?
Investment in the share market is no longer dominated by men, especially for people aged under 40, the ASX says.
The Australian dollar’s recent strength is tipped to continue, but there are some headwinds to overcome first, economists say.
Businesses and households are struggling, and the economy is effectively shrinking, so why is the jobless rate still only 4.1 per cent?
Some lifestyle expenses can severely damage people’s chances of securing a mortgage, so it pays to know the danger zones.
The Medicare Levy Surcharge now affects average wage earners, leaving many people with a tax bill they could easily avoid.
Households everywhere have slashed spending in recent months, but some family members fare better than others. See the list.
Aussie shares have rocketed more than 18 per cent higher in just nine months, but stockbrokers see a more subdued future.
Superannuation fund annual returns are trickling in and many members are happy. If you’re not, should you be switching?
Owning a holiday home or rental property was once a badge of honour. Today it seems to be something much different.
Couples manage money in different ways. As experts share their tips, research finds a surprising number keeping secret accounts.
Covid changed people’s ideas on work, wealth and retirement, and people wanting to retire sooner may find it easier than they think.
Don’t be spooked by where you sit on Australia’s wealth ladder. There are several ways to climb some rungs.
Wealth-sucking, high-interest debt on credit cards fell for 12 straight years until late 2023, and now households need help.
The standout performers of 2023-24 were celebrated, but a new financial year brings fresh hope for different types of assets.
Will 2024-25 put you on a fresh path to riches? Here are some strategies that have made many money winners for decades.
Letting people withdraw their superannuation for a home deposit may sound generous, but the idea fails on two key fronts.
Cash in the bank has become more alluring as banks increase interest rates, but many savers still miss out on money.
June 30 is just days away and time is running out for quick tax deductions, but after July 1 it will pay to be patient. Here’s why.
A compulsory superannuation increase from July 1 delivers much larger benefits that its initial dollar amounts suggest. Here’s why.
Mixing superannuation and tax rules can deliver bigger financial benefits than many people realise. Here’s how to play catch-up.
The stock market popularity contest between the world’s most populous nations has one clear winner, but the future is clouded.
Real estate investors are battling high interest rates like other borrowers, but many have a way to claw back big bucks.
The average mortgage is now a scary $624,000, but borrowers who control fear and leverage assets can turn it into an extra $1m. Here’s how.
With Australians ripped off every time they use their credit card, the RBA is considering a crackdown.
When money gets tight, people seek ways to make more, and it is fuelling the growth of freelance work and other side hustles.
Spending frequent flyer points just got easier, but also trickier, thanks to Qantas. Here’s how to battle your bewilderment.
There’s a big reason to plan tax deductions now, because you can snare a larger refund from the ATO this year.
Home loan borrowers feared the fixed-rate mortgage cliff after huge interest rate spikes, but it’s seemed more like a rolling hill.
Heading overseas or interstate this winter? These money experts’ travel hacks can reduce the strain on your finances.
Women have watched rising living costs more closely than men, and here’s what they are doing about the financial squeeze.
Price records are tumbling for bitcoin and gold as buyers dive in, and investors are wondering whether to buy or take some profits.
Retirement, health and hardship are among ways we can access our slice of the nation’s $3.7 trillion superannuation nest egg.
Tax on property can deliver painful problems, but also big gains, so acting well before the financial year ends is often crucial.
Households have hoarded an extra $191bn in two years despite surging inflation and interest rates, and it could impact home loan costs.
Young adults are rebelling against their parents’ reluctance to discuss finances, and are openly sharing money wins and losses.
With the cost of living crisis driving grocery prices through the roof now’s a great time to look at ways to cut spending on your weekly shop, with big savings possible.
Consumers are being slugged more interest on their credit card debts by the big banks, and shouldn’t expect relief soon.
A rollercoaster ride on the stock market ended with a pre-Easter flourish. See the March quarter’s biggest winners and losers.
The prices squeeze continues, and it spells uncertainty for households and businesses despite the lower than expected consumer price index result.
Savvy savers and investors are keeping their eyes on the money ball and using spare cents to improve their financial strength.
Many people without hospital cover pay an average $1300 of extra tax through the Medicare Levy Surcharge, but don’t have to.
As Baby Boomers move through retirement, families are dealing with tricky questions around transferring wealth. Take our poll.
Millions of people will receive a huge Easter gift this week with a flood of dividends from Aussie companies. See the payment dates.
Home loan pressure will continue regardless of what the Reserve Bank does with rates this year, so it’s wise to seek savings.
Cash remains resilient despite banks closing branches and ATMs, and new research suggests peoples’ money mindsets play a role.
Five million people received a social security rise this week and are being urged to check their entitlements. See the new numbers.
Australians have been hit with a record number of fraudulent credit card purchases and withdrawals, new data has revealed.
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