Money features
Some rare good financial news for younger people
Despite growing wealth inequality, younger households should have much more in retirement savings than their parents.
The big mistake many female entrepreneurs are making
Women are starting businesses faster than ever, but at what cost?
Nicole helps… get your kids learning and earning
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon reveals the best bank accounts for kids.
Tipsters finish the week ahead on positives of Trump victory
The Australian sharemarket seesawed this week in response to the US presidential election, before leaving our tipsters generally better off as investors viewed a Trump presidency favourably.
Can I get the age pension and move overseas?
Financial expert George Cochrane answers readers' questions.
The five things stopping you investing
They're decent reasons, but don't let them stop you.
Should you top up your nest egg now?
With law changes looming, this year may be the last opportunity for some to boost their nest egg by making extra contributions into their super fund.
How to find treasures in op shops and garage sales
Can you still find anything in op shops that is worth more than what you paid for them?
Ask Noel: does Centrelink count the aged care deposit?
Financial expert Noel Whittaker answers readers' questions.
When financial advice is really independent
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has turned a blind eye to financial planning firms calling themselves "independently owned" when they don't meet the rules of independence.
How I paid off my home by 36
Money Columnist Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon confides the way she worked the system, leveraged lucky breaks and, yes, economised to get debt-free in seven years.
Why it's time to ask for a rent reduction
Rents are still at historic highs, but the heat is out of the market.
The things we should really haggle over
Some shoppers can't be bothered haggling, others want to but don't have the time. Here's a study that shows how likely you are to get a discount and save a lot of money.
Pros and cons of DIY super
There are two types of people: those who have opened an SMSF and the rest.
Nicole helps ... get a couple on the same financial page
A reader asks: How can I stop my wife spending all our money?
Low rates are a chance for mortgagors to get ahead
Many economists think we're in for another interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank in 2017.
It's the season for saving to enjoy a debt-free new year
With just 49 sleeps until Christmas there are still many things to organise, including, most likely, the present buying.
How to increase your income – focus on outcomes not hours
If we want something, we can either reduce expenditure, or increase our income.
Looming threat of US President Donald Trump leaves our tipsters in the red
As the US presidential election draws closer, the worry that Donald Trump could win has been the main factor in sending our sharemarket from about 5300 points to 5200 points during the week.
12 reasons to buy a real Christmas tree
On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me ... happiness in a real tree.
Making sense of the Dreamworld tragedy for investors
The human cost was high, what does it mean for investors?
Why governments are powerless to make housing affordable
The catalyst for the global financial crisis was US President Bill Clinton's idea that housing should be available to everybody.
Low investment returns bite
Funding a comfortable retirement has always been a challenge for many Australians but now it's even more difficult.
Help! My accountant is useless
A reader notices constant errors in their accountant's work, but is scared a change might trigger an audit.
Mortgage pre-approval is a smart move but avoid these traps
Pre-approval can be your best friend, or your worst enemy.
Five rules for negotiating your pay
It can be a nerve-racking process when you begin negotiating a salary.
Seven money survival secrets for school leavers
Most school leavers are – sorry – spectacularly unprepared for the real world. Here are the vital survival secrets you need to hear now – before it’s too late.