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When lives can be rescued

A free counselling service can get the debtors off your back and your finances on track

On the newer side of the street

Modern apartments have had their share of problems, but they can be a better investment than their older counterparts

On the road again... and again

Retirees with a sense of adventure are joining the army of grey nomads who spend their days exploring our sunburnt country

Fees take it to the next level

After buying an apartment, owners should be prepared to regularly dip into their savings to cover maintainance and unexpected building issues

Check your insurance cover too

When your annual statement arrives, look beyond the investment return to make sure you have the right insurance cover

Count all the costs of downsizing

As well as the mounting expenses of selling and buying, there can be an emotional price to pay too

Australia goes into recession

Whether the economy has a hard or soft landing is open to debate, but at the very least we are in for some volatile times in the battle against inflation

Tax amnesty can ease the pressure

The ATO is giving small enterprises, which owe almost $30 billion, the chance to clear the slate

Finetune your offset game

These accounts have long been touted as one of the easiest ways to lower mortgage repayments without impinging on cashflow, but how well do they really work?

BUILD YOUR WEALTH WITH ETFs

Exchange traded funds have made it easy for Aussies to invest in a wide range of assets. They are a one-stop shop with low fees and instant diversification. Our comprehensive guide sets out how ETFs can be used as building blocks for a portfolio that will help you achieve your financial goals.

Bank accounts are sport's losers

Financing the kids' extracurricular activities can be an expensive business, but there are ways to keep the costs under control

Take your foot off the accelerator

Before it's too late, investors should brace their portfolios for a slowdown

Comfort food for turbulent times

No business is totally bulletproof, but people still have to eat during a sharemarket rout

3 ways to beat the cash crunch

Times are tough and money is tight, but there are ways to keep investing that can be easy on your budget

12 WAYS TO SCORE FREE MONEY

AS AUSTRALIANS BATTLE RISING LIVING COSTS, SOARING RENTS AND HOME LOAN INTEREST RATES THAT ARE THE HIGHEST IN A DECADE, PLENTY OF US COULD USE A BIT OF EXTRA CASH. GIVING YOUR BANK BALANCE A BOOST DOESN'T HAVE TO MEAN SLAVING AWAY AT A SECOND JOB OR SELLING A VITAL ORGAN. A WEALTH OF FREE MONEY IS AVAILABLE, AND SOME OF IT COULD BE HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT. WE LOOK AT 12 STRATEGIES TO HARVEST THE HONEY POT OF FREE CASH.

Micro steps towards richer life

Grameen bank is like no other lender. After nearly half a century, the so-called \"bank for the poor\" is growing exponentially.

Critical for a green future

Countries and companies around the world are scrambling to secure supplies of the metal that is fuelling the energy revolution

Game changers in an ageing world

Understanding the population trends of different countries is crucial for investors taking a long-term view

Dreams created in the lab

The search for a cure or treatment, with a low chance of a large return, is rather like prospecting for a precious metal

Cheap and cheerful will do it

Your budget may be stretched, but a handful of projects that cost less than $150 each can transform your home's look and keep up the all-important maintenance

Ready to face the world

Dusting off your passport and suitcase is easy, but there's more to think about before your next jaunt overseas

How scammers choose their victims

Vulnerable people who lose both their money and dignity can struggle to recover from the trauma

Plug into some power relief

Make the most of the subsidies and deductions, with both federal and state governments trying to ease the energy bill pain

How to repay your mortgage faster

The days of super-low interest rates are well behind us, so it's more important than ever to reduce your debt as soon as possible

Retirees set for an income boost

With the minimum drawdown rate going back up, fund members with an account-based pension need to decide what to do with the extra money

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

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

10 ways to cut your tax bill

From writing off bad debts to boosting your tech, it’s not too late to maximise your savings

On a space mission

Potential upsizers need to consider the cost and logistics – and even whether an extension would be a better alternative

Households flick the switch

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