Why so few of us fix interest rates at the right time
In the past month or so, the window to lock in ultra-cheap mortgage interest rates for the next few years may well have closed, as more banks have jacked up fixed rates.
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Clancy Yeates
Clancy Yeates writes on business specialising in financial services. Clancy is based in our Sydney newsroom.
Is this as low as interest rates go?
Changes in an obscure corner of the financial markets that could ultimately have implications for millions of households.
Some rare good financial news for younger people
Despite growing wealth inequality, younger households should have much more in retirement savings than their parents.
New cards to extend banking options for the blind
For NSW teenager Connor McLeod, who is blind, using an automated teller machine on his own has not been possible until now.
The 'bank of mum and dad' has risks too
Buying a home has become so tough for many young people in the past few years that more and more are relying on the "bank of mum and dad".
Consumer caution may dampen property party
Are we seeing a return of the great Australian housing bonanza?
Expect more cranes: apartment glut to dampen market
If you think there are a lot of cranes on the city skyline these days, expect to see even more of them.
The jobs market is softer than the unemployment rate suggests
The strong growth in part-time employment shows "flexibility" comes with a cost for many workers.
Finally, some good news for savers
Banks are once again paying more for deposits, but savers may have to part with their cash for longer.
Is your super at risk from climate change?
Climate change is no longer confined to the "ethical" investment option in funds.
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