Money
Planning & budgeting
Opinion
Money psychology
How to end the cycle of financial self-sabotage
One step forward, two steps back. Is that what your financial life feels like? Fixing this isn’t really about money – it’s about how you think.
- by Paridhi Jain
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Analysis
Pension
Thinking of gifting the grandkids some money? Check this first
While the intention of gifting is often to help family members, you need to make sure that you don’t rob Peter to pay Paul.
- by Rachel Lane
Opinion
Supermarkets
Daisy saved $400 a month not buying groceries. Here’s how she still eats well
I’ve readjusted to drinking coffee at home to ease cost of living pressures, but some friends have found more creative ways to save money.
- by Maggie Zhou
Opinion
Budgeting
Six tips to save you from a financial hangover this Christmas
It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but Christmas can also be the most expensive for many of us.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Money psychology
Rich or poor, everyone worries about money. Here’s how to stop
There is no level of wealth that automatically sets you free from financial anxiety, but there are ways you can start to manage it.
- by Paridhi Jain
Analysis
Scams
Doug thought he did his due diligence. He still lost $1m to scammers
Scams by cybercriminals are getting more complex, snagging even those who think they are being vigilant.
- by Emily Chantiri
Opinion
Workplace safety
Woolworths’ ‘dystopian’ workplace might improve KPIs, but it demeans workers
Imagine if your every move or toilet break was tracked and recorded. For some staff, this is already reality.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Financial literacy
Why you should forget what your parents taught you about money
Money lessons your parents taught you – both good and bad – could be hindering you as an adult.
- by Paridhi Jain
Analysis
Financial literacy
The simple money lessons financial advisers wish were taught in school
Did you learn about taxes in high school? What about superannuation or shares?
- by Caterina Hrysomallis
Analysis
Money & relationships
Fallen in love? Eight tips to help new couples manage their money together
If you’ve met someone and are thinking about taking your relationship to the next phase, one of the most important things to consider is money.
- by Grace Bacon
Opinion
Christmas
Be a bit boring this Christmas, your wallet will thank you
The holiday season can be a financially fraught time, but there are some ways you can cut costs and still feel the holiday cheer.
- by Victoria Devine
Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/money/planning-and-budgeting