In the past five years, some Aussies have hit the ‘property lottery’, with their homes skyrocketing in value. Can you guess where prices have risen the most?
If you'll be traveling a lot this summer, it may be worth looking into whether it makes sense for you to get a new credit card. Read on to learn why.
Worries about money can affect every aspect of your life. Read on for some of our best tips for dealing with three common financial concerns.
By simplifying and consolidating, you can get a clearer view of your finances -- and you may save money along the way.
For tax year 2023, the maximum contribution to a 401(k) is $22,500 ($30,000 if you're 50 or older). For IRAs -- both Roth and traditional combined -- the maximum is $6,500 ($7,500 if you're 50 or older). A 401(k) is an employer-sponsored retirement account that lets you save and invest a portion of your paycheck pre-taxes.
Since it first became available in 2006, the Roth 401(k) has been a great plan for saving for your retirement. Once you reach age 59 1/2 and have had a Roth 401(k) funded for at least five years, you can withdraw your money completely tax-free. The big downside of a Roth 401(k), however, has traditionally come in retirement.
Nearly 4 million Aussies will see their health insurance premiums go up this week.
ING is the latest bank to dump its cashback offer. Here are the banks still offering them.
Time for a getaway? Jetstar has just announced a huge sale, with 50,000 domestic and international flights on offer.
Aussies are calling on the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ to help with their first home deposit. Here’s how much parents are splashing out.
Buying more house than you can afford will leave you with serious financial regrets. Here's a few moves to make that can help.
I've increased the amount I plan to spend on a home. Read on to learn why I decided my original budget was too conservative.
If you've just graduated from college, here are three key financial facts to help you get prepared to become an official adult.
If you have just gotten an "adult" job, you need to take one crucial step to make sure you're setting yourself up for the future.
When you've graduated from college, you need to make smart financial decisions to set yourself up for a secure future. Here are four to consider.
With that in mind, there are three accounts you may have access to that will be guaranteed to help minimize your taxes in retirement. All three offer a path to some level of completely tax-free money in retirement, making them incredibly important accounts to know about and consider as part of your plan. You can use the money in your account tax-free to pay for qualified medical expenses.
Choosing the right home for your money can help you reach your financial goals faster. Learn about some of the best places to save for three common goals.
Aussies selling their items on Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree and other online websites are being urged to stay vigilant.
Chantelle Schmidt’s three-month fight against the rent increase has finally reached a conclusion. Here’s what happened.
Paige Hinson nearly lost $500 to a Facebook Marketplace scam. Here are the red flags to watch out for.
If you want to buy a home in this Aussie city, it will cost you more than half of your pay. Can you guess where?
Summer can be an expensive time for parents because kids are out of school. Here are four ways to entertain your kids without draining your bank account.
Tax time is right around the corner and millions of Aussies are planning to use their return on household bills.
You don't have to spend much money to get a Father's Day gift that your dad will love. Here are some fantastic finds at Target that cost less than $20.
Knowing where to put your money is good for your finances and your quality of life. Check out the best ways to invest your money when you're in your 30s.