James Kirby

James Kirby, The Australian’s Wealth Editor, is one of Australia’s most experienced financial journalists. He is a former managing editor and co-founder of Business Spectator and Eureka Report and has previously worked at the Australian Financial Review and the South China Morning Post. He is a regular commentator on radio and television, he is the author of several business biographies and has served on the Walkley Awards Advisory Board. James hosts The Australian’s Money Puzzle podcast.

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Technology is playing an ever-increasing role in the classroom, as well as helping parents stay connected to children for broader peace of mind. And with life continuing to be more expensive by the day, it's important to highlight affordable yet high quality options that will enable parents to still give their kids everything they need for a great year of schooling - without breaking the bank.

Why Cuscal float is not altogether mutual

Facing headwinds in a battered IPO market, the financial services group Cuscal has hit resistance from one of its own credit union members.

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The property opportunity in your back garden

There is space for more than half a million granny flats across the suburbs, so is the back garden the secret to solving the housing crisis?

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Docklands is an inner-western suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 2 km (1.2 mi) from Melbourne's Central Business District. Its local government area is the City of Melbourne. At the 2011 Census, Docklands had a population of 5,791.

Conditions forcing private investors to quit property

Property investors are selling up at higher numbers despite the market’s recovery, indicating a deterioration of conditions.

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We’re almost the world’s richest so why doesn’t it feel like it?

The UBS Global Wealth report puts Australians in the top two of the world’s table, so why are we working longer hours and retiring later?

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Money Puzzle podcastWealth

How to prepare for new super tax

Investors are already making plans for dealing with the looming 30 per cent tax for high amounts of super. In this latest show we discuss options, including using the tax-free allowance.

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(FILES) In this file photo taken on January 22, 2019 a person delivers a computer payload while working on a laptop in Lille, during the 11th International Cybersecurity Forum. - Amazon, Apple and Facebook are among tech industry titans and organizations signing onto a court filing saying US President Donald Trump's move blocking visas for skilled workers hurts the country. The brief was filed in federal court August 10, 2020 in support of a suit by the US Chamber of Commerce and trade groups against a proclamation issued by Trump in June halting visas for various categories of guest workers including highly skilled talent sought by tech firms. (Photo by Philippe HUGUEN / AFP)

AI cyber attacks a threat to family fortunes

Top financial advisers can’t wait to unleash artificial intelligence technology but high net worth investors want cyber security to come first.

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Why rents will stay high for years

A catch-up in immigration numbers means a blowout in rental demand, not just in 2023 but for years to come.

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How to manage your property investment

There are multiple risks and pitfalls to running a portfolio, but with a little forward planning you can optimise your assets.

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How to find a financial adviser

The Australian publishes its annual Top Financial Advisers list this week – and it’s the perfect time to find out how to select a financial adviser.

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Barron’s Top 100 Financial AdvisersThe Deal

Artificial intelligence could take on the financial advice sector. Collage: Andrew Belousoff

Could ChatGPT replace your financial adviser?

A shortage of professionals could be overcome with the integration of artificial intelligence into the advisory process.

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