Buying a home together can be a bigger commitment than marriage, but new research reveals most aspiring buyers haven’t discussed what happens to their property if they split up.
Ryan Johnson
As the Australian economy stumbles towards a more severe downturn, the storm clouds of a possible recession could actually spell good news for Centrelink pensioners. Here’s why ...
Nick Bruining
There’s a simple hack many part-pensioners either ignore or don’t know about that can get them an immediate payment boost from Centrelink. Here’s what you should do right now ...
There is a conversation many families put off because they can’t find the right time, the right words, or just don’t want to have a difficult talk: where do Mum and Dad want to live as they get older?
Dawn Thomas
Q+A: ‘My grandmother recently passed away, leaving each of her grandchildren a one-third share of her estate. My sister is terminally ill. How can she give me her share without it affecting her pension?’
Australia's biggest travel company says that while higher interest rates are making big-ticket holidays less affordable for families, others are still keen.
Derek Rose
Investors have led Australia’s record home loan collapse, with new figures revealing a staggering plunge driven by tax reforms and interest rate rises.
Cameron Micallef
Australia’s consumer confidence has tumbled deeper into pessimistic territory after the Reserve Bank raised interest rates for a fifth time this year to tackle stubbornly strong inflation.
Nasteho Said
Two funds gave investors little warning of loan default rates as high as 25 per cent, while one retired couple was advised to put $200,000 into a single fund.
A 30 per cent fall in the price of artificial intelligence-related shares could result in a significant fall in household wealth.
Jacob Shteyman
There’s been a big pick-up in enquiries to valuers, with WA’s largest licensed valuation company encouraging investors to ‘book ahead’ before new CGT rules kick in from July 1.
Mum-and-dad property investors face a sizeable increase in capital gains tax liabilities thanks to a combination of the new tax rules and declining property values.
DEBTMAN: You can be wealthy on paper, employed, meeting every repayment and doing everything an economist might recognise as financially resilient, but still feel broke.
Bruce Brammall
Q+A: Can you avoid the new capital gain tax changes? Yep, but you’ll need to be on one of these support payments from Centrelink to bypass the new charge from July next year.
This isn’t about cutting out everything you and your family enjoy, it’s about making intentional choices today that protect your family’s financial security tomorrow. Make these your three priorities.
Chris Foster-Ramsay
WA’s consumer watchdog warns David Jones shoppers could have to spend extra to redeem gift cards. Discounts may follow, but buying Christmas presents that need swapping could prove costly.
The Reserve Bank has raised interest rates to the highest level since December 2008 - with governor Michele Bullock hinting at more pain.
Stephen Johnson
In-home aged care risks becoming less accessible, with most applicants for subsidised assistance already receiving social welfare to get by.
Duncan Murray
Australia’s $3 trillion superannuation sector has dropped the ball on customer complaints, missing systemic failures, according to the corporate watchdog.
Matt Mckenzie
Perth tour operator Meng Wong had visitors about to arrive and suppliers to pay when his client’s $80,000 landed in a scammer’s account. He reveals how a fake invoice fooled the client and put the trip at risk.
When one door closes, investors inevitably start looking for another. For some SMSF investors, that door could be commercial property. Here’s five thing to know before you jump in ...
Raymond Pecotic
Boomers are often accused of benefiting and exploiting the system to the detriment of younger Australians. But there’s one thing that sets them apart, and it’s a lesson everyone can use to grow their wealth.
Q+A: Keeping the family finances in check is tough enough these day, even more so when one parent loses a job. But a special discount card is available. See if you’re eligible, and what you can get ...
Complaints against the tax office have jumped 180 per cent in two years, as relations between business owners and the government sour.
Derek Rose and Jacob Shteyman
