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Warning over Budget super boost

A PLAN to encourage Australians to downsize their homes and shift extra money into superannuation has been welcomed, but it comes with a warning.

Aussies lazy to act on bill shock

AUSTRALIANS are failing to even bother questioning expensive bills and their complacency could be costing them more than what they can afford.

The investment scams to hang up on

AS the “can you hear me” telephone scam spooks people across the globe, investors are being urged to be extra careful about who they deal with.

Tiny spaces making big money

THIS mum is pulling thousands of dollars a year out of a hole in the wall. Here’s how to do it yourself by renting your unused nooks and crannies.

Get a brand new PlayStation for $4

ONE annual online sale is set to offer discounts of up to 99 per cent from more than 200 retailers, but for 24 hours only.

Banks roll out 24-hour assistance

MORTGAGE customers wanting around-the-clock service will soon be able to have their home loan questions answered at any time of the day or night.

Mobile phone plans stretch out

MOBILE phone customers are about to get much better value for money by having their prepaid phone periods extended.

How to get paid to spend money

HOW would you like to be paid cash, just to purchase something you were already going to buy? That’s the reality for a number of online consumers.

Protect your property — the Budget won’t

THE Federal Government can’t protect your home’s value through the Federal Budget. David Koch explains why you need to do it.

Would you let a robot invest your money?

AUSTRALIANS unable to buy in an overheated property market are turning to other investments to boost their wealth.

Balancing your budget

THE Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison is about to hand down his budget but you too should be closely watching your own finances.

‘No point’ paying by smartphone

THE smartphone revolution has hit a snag, at least when it comes to mobile payments and cardless cash withdrawals.

Aussie women face ‘poverty’ in retirement

WOMEN have on average less than half the superannuation of men when they retire, leading industry figures to call for change in the Budget.

Kochie: Fight fruit and veg prices

FRUIT and vegetable prices are rising after the recent cyclone and floods, but Kochie has advice on how to stay healthy without breaking the budget.

How to avoid credit card interest

SAVVY credit card users looking to avoid paying hefty interest costs can do so if they are smart about the way they use plastic.

How to access your super early

ACCESSING superannuation early is still a pipe dream for many first home buyers, but other Aussies have been able to do it for these reasons.

Kochie’s seven steps to getting rich

BUILDING wealth can be a slow burn, but Kochie outlines the key factors you need to be across to set yourself up for the future.

Use your phone to make cash

TIME spent travelling between home and work can become a money-making exercise for people prepared to think outside the box.

Don’t let devices burn your budget

HOUSEHOLD technology costs are on the rise as families use more devices and upgrade smartphones, so how do you rein it all in?

Aussies waste big on health extras

WHEN was the last time you claimed on your health insurance for naturopathy? These are the unused extras costing Aussies a packet.

Kill your debts quicker than ever

AUSTRALIANS are often “seduced” by the idea of rolling credit card and other debts into their home loans, but it can actually end up costing more.

Understanding good versus bad debt

SCOTT Morrison wants to break spending down into good and bad debt categories — so should you do the same for your household budget?

Aussies a click away from $1.1 billion

MORE than $1 billion in unclaimed money is available in Australia and the government is making it easier than ever to get it back.

It’s time we made money off China

WE HEAR about foreign investors buying up Aussie property, but have you ever wondered how to make money by investing in China? Kochie explains how.

The Aussies who ‘may never repay debt’

A COMFORTABLE retirement is far from reality for a significant number of older Australians, with their national debt at $1.56 billion.

Lenders may be ripping you off

BORROWERS and savers need to constantly go on the hunt for better deals to ensure they are getting a good rate.

Airlines’ credit card fees grounded

THOSE nasty credit card fees attached to booking flights have been slashed for jetsetters, resulting in lower travel costs.

Reduce your credit card pain

CREDIT card users have little or no restraint when it comes to splashing out on plastic.

Scammers target Aussie online shoppers

AUSSIES love online shopping, which is why cyber scammers have had a field day in the first part of 2017.

Defend your home from rising costs

AUSTRALIANS are under attack from rising costs, and the task of defending their household finances requires some tough decisions.

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Aid campaign How does your salary compare?

YOU might know how your salary compares with other Aussies, but this will tell you exactly where you rank on the global rich list.

Money management How much can $4 coffee really save you?

A PROPERTY tycoon has created waves by saying young people need to stop buying $4 coffees if they want to own a home. So is he right?

Profitable holes Tiny spaces making big money

THIS mum is pulling thousands of dollars a year out of a hole in the wall. Here’s how to do it yourself by renting your unused nooks and crannies.

Exiled wife The loneliest woman in America

HER husband is one of the most hated men in the country, currently serving 150 years for his crimes. This is her sad new life of exile.

Click Frenzy Get a brand new PlayStation for $4

ONE annual online sale is set to offer discounts of up to 99 per cent from more than 200 retailers, but for 24 hours only.

Salary woes Why $100k is no longer enough

ONCE upon a time, a six-figure income was considered the mark of a well-to-do Australian. Now it’s the bare minimum.

Free brunch Townhouse comes with surprising offer

APPARENTLY house hunters really can have it both ways. A developer has issued a pretty strange offer - buy a property, get a year’s worth of smashed avo.

Lucky man Unemployed man wins $50 million lotto

AN UNEMPLOYED man from Western Sydney has won a $50 million Powerball prize. He says he plans to share it.

Home buying First home buyers scheme not much help

A SUPER fund manager has crunched the numbers and reckons the vaunted first home buyer saver account is a lot of investment for not much return.

City camping $130 a week for a tent in Sydney

WHAT housing crisis? This tent in a Sydney backyard is available for $130 a week, including “communal food” and a $200 bond.

Bargain flights Tigerair reveals $1 flights. The catch?

BUDGET airline Tigerair has just released thousands of $1 flights on all of its routes, but there is a catch.

Parents sue daughter Parents sue own daughter for $345,000

EVEN the bank of mum and dad must be repaid, as one homebuyer discovered when her parents sued to get back $345,000.

Property prices ‘Now it’ll only take 200 years’

THE government’s big idea to help Australians buy homes may actually make the situation worse and drive prices higher.

Cash rewards How to get paid to spend money

HOW would you like to be paid cash, just to purchase something you were already going to buy? That’s the reality for a number of online consumers.