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Debra and Mark Balhatchet and their children Malachi and Luke have transformed their spending by opting for a simpler life.
Spending

More Aussies downsize their lives to save money

The coronavirus pandemic and associated lockdowns have changed our spending habits – maybe permanently – and altered our financial priorities.

  • by Nina Hendy
Consumer groups are calling for the booming “buy now, pay later”, apps to be regulated like credit cards
Opinion
BNPL

As BNPL sector booms, calls for regulation grow louder

  • by John Collett
The aged care royal commission has proposed enshrining the rights of elder Australians in legislation.
Opinion
Aged care royal commission

Aged-care reform not about the journey but the destination

  • by Rachel Lane
Landlords are under pressure to retain tenants as rental prices dip.
Property investment

Under pressure: What landlords can do to retain tenants

  • by Emily Chantiri
Rooftop solar systems have become so cheap that it is possible to save on electricity bills from day one of installation.
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Bills

How to be a bills ‘loyalty tax’ avoider

  • by Joel Gibson

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Deemed income from home sale can hit pension

Noel Whittaker
Noel Whittaker

When an age pensioner sells their home, the portion of the proceeds needed to purchase another principal residence is an exempt asset for up to 12 months.

Start investing early for long-term financial success

George Cochrane

Learning the basics about financial markets before investing provides a cornerstone for a good-performing investment portfolio.

How to qualify for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card

Noel Whittaker
Noel Whittaker

You must be of age pension age but not eligible to claim the age pension – and you need to pass an income test.

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Consumer groups are calling for the booming “buy now, pay later”, apps to be regulated like credit cards
Opinion
BNPL

As BNPL sector booms, calls for regulation grow louder

  • by John Collett
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Bills

How to be a bills ‘loyalty tax’ avoider

  • by Joel Gibson
Opinion
Home loans

Beware the inflation monster: Time to lock in your mortgage rate?

  • by Noel Whittaker

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