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Opinion
Opinion
On the fly: How to manage money when you travel overseas
Australia is back in a travel boom, with overseas tourist numbers outstripping pre-pandemic levels for the first time.
- by Dominic Powell
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Opinion
Netflix, handbags and sunnies: The surprising tax deductions you might be entitled to
Without the help of a tax agent, it can be difficult to keep track of all the things you might be able to claim.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
A stage 3 payday is on the way. Here’s how to maximise it
Take-home pays are set to rise from the end of this month thanks to the stage 3 tax cuts. Don’t let your newfound wealth go to waste.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
Struggling with rent? It’s time to speak up
Getting slugged with a rental hike is terrifying, but fighting rising rents may not be a losing battle.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
Why it pays to consider the cost of your funeral
Many people put off thinking about their funeral until it’s too late, leaving loved ones with a hefty financial burden.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
That sinking feeling: What to do if you fall for a scam
You’re probably kicking yourself, but you’re far from alone – Australians are losing about $20 million a month to scams, and many fall victim more than once.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
Why debt is not always a dirty word
Debt is generally considered detrimental, but there are times when the finance world begs to differ.
- by Dominic Powell
Analysis
Shopping
Eating cheap: Families slash weekly shop to under $200 a week
Families across the country are being forced to re-evaluate their weekly shops in the face of rising grocery prices.
- by Nina Hendy
Opinion
Opinion
Contemplating an EV? Here’s the buzz on the pros and cons
Electric vehicles are soaring in popularity, but “range anxiety” and fears over costs are preventing many drivers from making the switch.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
It’s ‘good’ debt, but should you pay your HECS off early?
Australia’s student loan system is a relatively fair scheme, but rising inflation means balances are booming. It’s time to study your options.
- by Dominic Powell
Opinion
Opinion
So you’ve got an offset account, but are you using it wisely?
Homeowners are squirrelling away billions in offset accounts, but many aren’t using them to their full potential and are missing out on significant home loan savings.
- by Dominic Powell