Money
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Financial literacy
Why you should forget what your parents taught you about money
Money lessons your parents taught you – both good and bad – could be hindering you as an adult.
- by Paridhi Jain
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Financial literacy
The simple money lessons financial advisers wish were taught in school
Did you learn about taxes in high school? What about superannuation or shares?
- by Caterina Hrysomallis
Analysis
Money & relationships
Fallen in love? Eight tips to help new couples manage their money together
If you’ve met someone and are thinking about taking your relationship to the next phase, one of the most important things to consider is money.
- by Grace Bacon
Opinion
Christmas
Be a bit boring this Christmas, your wallet will thank you
The holiday season can be a financially fraught time, but there are some ways you can cut costs and still feel the holiday cheer.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Income tax
I lost a lot of money while investing. Will it reduce my tax bill?
Capital losses can only be applied against capital gains, so you if you’ve incurred a significant loss it might be time to sell some assets.
- by Paul Benson
Opinion
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My partner and I keep fighting about money. How do we stop?
A lot of financial conflict in relationships is less what you’re talking about and more how you’re talking about it.
- by Paridhi Jain
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Should I pay off all my mortgage, or leave a little bit in?
While it can be tempting to pay off your entire mortgage before you retire, leaving a little bit in can be a boon for financial emergencies.
- by Noel Whittaker
Opinion
Financial literacy
They’re perfectly legal, but these business ‘cults’ should be shamed
Ask a friend whether they’ve ever lost someone to the cult of multi-level marketing and there’s a pretty high chance they will answer “yes”.
- by Victoria Devine
Opinion
Loyalty programs
The quiet, yet significant, change to Qantas’ frequent flyer scheme
In a huge change, Qantas has quietly altered the schedule on which it opens up its some of its cheapest seats.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
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I’ve just started full-time work. How do I start building wealth?
Career and financial success are not always related, though we like to assume they are.
- by Paridhi Jain
Opinion
Kids & money
Forget tradies. It’s the kids who’ll suffer if cash disappears
Digital payments make money scarily psychologically disposable, with cash still the best way to help young minds learn how to spend wisely.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon