Money
Saving
Opinion
Hip pocket
How to teach your kids about money, without making it boring
Young people are falling behind when it comes to financial literacy. These simple tools will help you to improve your kids’ money smarts.
- by Dominic Powell
Latest
Opinion
Bank fees
Forget card surcharges, these three invisible fees are costing us more
Hidden fees are a fact of life in our financial system, and some of them are even more egregious than credit card surcharges.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Opinion
Hip pocket
Boring, but essential: Get these things sorted before you turn 60
From estate planning to road-mapping your super – once retirement rears its head there are some tasks that shouldn’t be ignored.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Hip pocket
Do you really need an accountant to do your tax return?
If you’ve never done your own tax before, it might be a good time to start.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Hip pocket
The July 1 changes that will put more money in your pocket
A new financial year is around the corner and a raft of changes could see you better off financially.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Childcare
I’m a working mum. Here’s why I oppose Labor’s universal childcare
Since 2006, the cost of childcare has risen sharply across Australia. But a new plan from Labor ignores many crucial elements.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Hip pocket
Clueless about how your super is invested? You’re not alone
Balanced, growth, high-growth, conservative, cash: do you know what type of account your super is in, and where it’s being allocated?
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Inheritance
The rich get richer: Australia is at risk of becoming an inheritocracy
The richest people in this country aren’t just getting richer, they’re also doing it faster than the rest of us. And there’s one key reason why.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Hip pocket
Power bills got you sweating? Stay warm without spending a fortune
It’s shaping up as a bad year to be cold, with energy prices rising. Keep your wallet happy this winter with a few simple tricks.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Hip pocket
The simple banking switch that could save you time and money
Are you still with your original bank? You’re not always rewarded for loyalty.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Hip pocket
Generation squeeze: Why Millennials should start preparing for retirement now
Millennials could be the first generation who need to support their offspring and their parents at the same time – a daunting prospect for those barely managing to afford rent.
- by Dominic Powell
Original URL: https://www.smh.com.au/money/saving