With an eye on the possible market turmoil to come, the RBA says monetary policy is well placed to respond to global developments if they were to have material implications for Australia.
Daniel Newell
Female shift workers remain more likely to face financial difficulty than their male colleagues despite taking up more hours and multiple jobs, analysis shows.
Maeve Bannister
As we head into autumn and interest rates appear to be on the decline, the biggest savings could be hiding right there in your pocket.
Chris Foster-Ramsay
While last week’s Federal Budget contained few surprises, the unexpected tax cuts are likely to have a significant impact on seniors and those making heavy use of superannuation in the lead-up to retirement.
Nick Bruining
Almost 500,000 part-pensioners are in limbo as confusion surrounds reports that an extension to the freeze on Centrelink deeming rates may have been revealed in last week’s Federal Budget. Spoiler: It wasn’t.
DEBTMAN: Geared share investing is not for the faint-of-heart. Too many risks. But for the brave few willing to take a punt and take a haircut, it came be a gold mine when the time is right.
Bruce Brammall
Q+A: While the current share market turmoil can make those with low superannuation balances nervous, there’s a few options other than leaving it languishing in cash to grow your savings.
Australians were left emotionally and financially distressed by super fund failures to properly deal with death benefit claims, the corporate watchdog has revealed.
Matt Mckenzie
Young West Australians are trading out of car ownership and shifting towards rentals as they look to beat lingering cost-of-living pressures, new spending data suggests.
Cheyanne Enciso
It’s a small, yet ultimately (mostly) futile attempt at a protest when launching into an in-store tirade about the price of groceries. Woolies has already one, but small changes can still make a difference.
If we understand what’s been going on and what’s likely to happen next, we’ll see that history can provide some much-needed comfort.
Financial advice plays a critical role in helping people maximise their super. But most of us don’t seek professional guidance.
Antonia Settle
With share markets in decline and interest rates trending lower, it should come as no surprise that questionable “safe” fixed interest rate investments are again popping up on social media.
Seniors in receipt of a means-tested Centrelink benefit could be in a position to boost their pensions on the back of the recent market turmoil. All it takes is one quick update. Here’s how to do it ...
How much do you need to retire? It depends. It’s not a one-size-fits-all equation. Just as we live differently while we’re working, the same applies when we stop. Here’s where to start when doing the sums.
Raymond Pecotic
Q+A: A part-pension can be a big help in meeting everyday costs. But when you inherit a massive lump sum, will you keep it? A quirk of the Centrelink system means you can ... and move into much fancier digs.
It’s not just eco-warriors buying electric vehicles — for some, it’s a way to keep costs down
Richard Clune
The benefits of the RBA’s cut to official interest rates should soon start flowing through as lower repayments for mortgage holders. But do you know how your bank calculates what you owe from month to month?
We all worry if we’ll be able to afford a comfortable retirement. The latest figures show prices easing for retirees, and have put a figure on how much you’ll need a year to live well after you give up work.
Here’s the new numbers you need to know to qualify for a part pension. Remember, even if you only just scrape in a single is still guaranteed at least $59.10 a fortnight. For couples it’s even better.
Families struggling to make ends meet may now qualify for a special Centrelink concession card that provides a range of handy health, transport and local government discounts. Here’s how to get one.
DEBTMAN: Eighteen-year-olds think they know everything. But they don’t, not yet anyway. A few snippets of good financial advice now can help set them up for life. Here’s where to start the conversation . . .
Q+A: Selling the family home to downsize into small digs can deliver a mega profit. But what does all that extra cash do to your pension benefits. Can you minimise the amount you may lose? Yes, you can!
The brutal reality is that declines like the one we’re experiencing are the price we pay for those excellent returns we’ve enjoyed over the past few years. But you can minimise the damage. Here’s how.
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