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Anthony KeanePersonal finance writer

Anthony Keane writes about personal finance for News Corp Australia mastheads, focusing on investment, superannuation, retirement, debt, saving and consumer advice. He has been a personal finance and business writer or editor for more than 20 years, and also received a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning.

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Tax-free wealthSuperannuation

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Super tricks that help the rich get richer

Wealthy people use superannuation wisely, and their tips and tricks can be adopted by anyone wanting to grow their nest egg.

Investment gainsInvesting

9 December 2025; a photo comp of the ASX board and houses in Perth. Artwork by Emilia Tortorella. Sources: supplied and iStock. Ratio 4:3.

Property or shares? The No.1 investment of the past 25 years

We analysed stockmarket and house price growth over the first quarter of this century, and the biggest winners may surprise you.

Self-managed familiesSuperannuation

Real estate, senior parents or portrait of happy family with smile in new house, apartment or residence. Retirement, mature mum or father with loan, woman or proud man moving in property investment; adult children

What to consider before creating a family SMSF

Parents can add children to their self-managed super funds, yet uptake remains slow as experts warn of hidden pitfalls.

Investment strategiesPersonal Finance

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How parents can build a six-figure home deposit for their kids

The bank of mum and dad can use this simple strategy to help get their children on the property ladder. But starting early is key.

asset splitPersonal Finance

A man is seen comforting a visibly upset woman, while sitting apart on a sofa in a home setting; divorce middle-aged couple argument generic

How to protect your inheritance from being lost in a divorce

The family financial legacy you thought was untouchable could be a key issue in a split.

Rising billsRetirement

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‘I can’t live on that’: How much it now costs to retire well

The cost of a comfortable retirement has climbed to record highs as household bills surge. Here’s the lump sum you’ll need.

Struggling sharesInvesting

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The dozen blue-chip ASX stocks trading at deep discounts

Plenty of Australia’s 50 biggest stocks have been struggling, so should investors seek a bargain buy or look elsewhere?

Messy money breakupsPersonal Finance

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When children become financial pawns in a divorce

When finances and emotions collide divorce can get messy, especially if there’s kids involved.

balancing actProperty Investing

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The landlords getting rent increases wrong

A tight rental market makes it tempting to lift rent and maximise returns. But it’s a strategy that can backfire, especially if there’s a quality tenant leasing the property.

Split decisionsSuperannuation

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This underused super strategy could save you a small fortune

Superannuation, tax and pension benefits await savers who consider dividing their nest egg with their partner.

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