Every Step
Avoiding traps in retirement villages
THINKING of moving into a retirement village? Make sure you understand what you are signing up for. John Dagge explains what you need to know.
How to ensure a fond farewell
WHEN it comes to your farewell, how can you ensure your will is watertight and your funeral goes smoothly? Karina Barrymore investigates.
Having the final word
IT is never easy to talk to your children about your death, but it is a crucial conversation. Jeff Whalley looks at the key issues you should discuss.
How to make it to 100 with $200K in super
THE normal retiring Aussie has about $200,000 in super. Is this enough? Scott Pape’s Don Bradman Strategy shows how you can still be at the crease aged 100, not out.
Sorting out power of attorney
HOW does a power of attorney work and do I need to arrange one? Karina Barrymore reports
Face financial factors in breakup
What do I need to do to protect myself in the event of a relationship separation? Jeff Whalley reports
Picking a place for spare cash
I HAVE built up a little spare cash. Should I use it to pay off my mortgage or contribute more to my superannuation? John Dagge reports
Best and worst ways to get money advice
GETTING financial advice is the same as to dating in your 20s, ‘play the field’, writes Barefoot Investor.
How to avoid first-homebuyer blues
LET’S talk about the two biggest mistakes that first homebuyers make. Scott Pape explains how to prevent the biggest purchase of your life become your biggest regret.
The secret to super savings
IT’S the biggest decision many workers never make. John Dagge explains how to pick a super fund, and why a good choice now makes a huge difference later.
Tying the knot? Have this talk first
SO you think you’re ready to tie the knot? There are some serious financial issues you and your partner need to discuss first. Karina Barrymore explains.
Got it covered? The ins and outs of insurance
INSURANCE is good in theory but comes at a cost. So which insurance products matter and how can you ensure you get good value? Paul Gilder investigates.
Crunching the childcare numbers
WANT to go back to work after having a child? Karina Barrymore looks at the options for childcare and calculates the cost.
Do early HELP debt payments help?
WHEN it comes to university studies, should you make early payments to cut your HELP or HECS debt? John Dagge investigates.
The best way to budget for a baby
PLANNING to start a family? The Barefoot Investor explains the key financial considerations and gives his tips on budgeting for a baby.
Private school: What does it really cost?
WHAT does a private school cost compared with a public school, and how can parents plan for the cost of school education? Jeff Whalley explains.