Investing in the kids’ future

Pick four big global themes, invest in them regularly – and don’t touch anything for 20 years

Know your fees to avoid a rip-off

The costs can mount up over the years, so make sure you’re getting a decent investment return

How to ride the tourism revival

With visitor numbers back up after the pandemic slump, there are opportunities for investors

Nail down all the details F08 0109

If you’re building a new home, it will save time, money and stress if you have checked all the paperwork first

Zoom in on wealth creation

The children of the internet age could teach the rest of us a thing or two about investing

Households flick the switch

Electrification is gaining ground as Australians turn away from gas, but assessing the financial benefits can be complicated

WHY YOU ONLY NEED $260K IN SUPER TO RETIRE

If you hit the right combination, where your nest egg combines with the full age pension, here’s how you can fund a comfortable retirement

In search of greener pastures

The high cost of living is prompting many Aussie retirees to move offshore, but the simple life can become complicated without careful planning

Car market's wild ride

Secondhand prices went crazy during the pandemic, but the market shows signs of cooling

Watch out for the SG rip-off

Workers are missing out on billions of dollars of employer contributions, but there's a simple way to ensure they get their entitlements

TAX TIME COUNTDOWN - How to pay yourself a bonus

With the high cost of living, a juicy tax refund will be a welcome boost. So now is the perfect time to use our step-by-step guide to maximise your deductions and take advantage of other strategies to reduce your taxable income - legally, of course.

Dealmaker who takes it to the world

Michelle Deaker Founding partner of venture capital group OneVentures, which funds start-up companies. Aged in her 50s. Lives on Sydney's lower north shore.

How to win the credit game

Take full advantage of cards while avoiding expensive traps and pitfalls

Home sweet home for adult kids

Skyrocketing rents and high property prices prevent many young people from striking out on their own

Big question with a simple answer

If you're wondering how you can save more money, the golden rule will help make it happen

Build a recession-proof shield

With the economy expected to drop a notch or two, only the strong will survive

Where have all the tradies gone

Among other measures, women are being encouraged to take up vocational courses to ease a critical skills shortage

Be aler but not alarmed

It looks like being an even tougher year for mortgage holders, as interest rate rises finally hit home. So, now is the time to build your defences to avoid having to sell.

Top up your spending power

Older Aussies who could do with some extra cash can take advantage of the wealth tied up in their home

Building blocks of a portfolio

It pays to address the fundamental questions before diving into an investment

Start-ups feel the love

Early-stage ventures with a project to take to the world are turning to loyal supporters to raise the necessary funds

Fair go for low income earners

A modest change to a $500 tax offset would ensure everyone benefited equally

How data will transform our lives

Quantum computing is poised to provide the processing power to analyse a growing avalanche of information

When meat is off the menu

The alternative protein market is growing, but a major challenge is developing cheaper products that appeal to a wider range of consumers

A basket brimming with goodies

Among a diverse bunch of businesses, quality needs to be a standout factor

Oprah diet will end in tears

It's risky - and rather grubby - to share your financial secrets with others

Inside the pathology love triangle

The ACL-Healius merger may or may not go ahead, but either way the future looks bright for Sonic, the third party in this affair

We're lucky to have strong banks

The US crisis shows what can happen when regulation is weak and cash reserves are inadequate

Togetherness can boost your savings

While combining accounts is not possible, couples who coordinate their efforts are likely to be better off

Pizza maker feels the heat

Domino's remains a strong business, but high costs and delivery problems have hit profitability