If there’s anything people learned from the recessions and global crises of recent past, it’s that no one is immune to economic upheavals.
Even middle to upper-class families are at the mercy of their finances when misfortune strikes. This...[Read More]
Home owners told to ‘take a deep breath’ on tax reforms
25 June
Plunging auction clearance rates are not cause for concern, top government ministers are insisting, with one urging anxious home owners to “take a deep breath”.
An overhaul of negative gearing and capital gains tax is expected to pass federal...[Read More]
Rule of seven: An investor’s compass
11 June
James sat at his kitchen table, laptop open, staring at a chart of a stock he’d been watching for weeks. Every article, every podcast, every conversation with friends about investing seemed to echo the same phrase: “Time in the market beats...[Read More]
When is the right time to let go? Allowing kids to make their own life decisions
19 March
Parenting is a delicate balancing act that requires guidance, protection, and, eventually, the wisdom to step back and allow children to navigate their own lives.
As children grow and mature, there comes a point where parents must decide when and...[Read More]
No rate relief for borrowers as RBA stays on hold at 3.6 per cent
30 September
The Reserve Bank of Australia has held interest rates steady as widely expected, with attention turning to when, or if, the central bank will cut again.
Borrowers will have to wait until at least November for more mortgage relief, but...[Read More]
Bright idea for businesses to power household bill cuts
13 August
Big buildings with empty rooftops could be the key to lowering power bills for Australian households and cutting greenhouse gas emissions, according to a trial proposed by a major energy firm.
Ausgrid’s proposal, announced on Tuesday, would tap...[Read More]
How a property agent can guide you to your dream home
17 July
Seeking professional advice when looking to buy a property is an important step, especially if you’re new to the market or dealing with complex situations.
Here are some key instances when you should consider consulting a property agent and what...[Read More]
Consumer win in card surcharge cut as business bristles
17 July
Removing surcharges fees on debit and credit card transactions could save consumers more than $1 billion, but small businesses say the changes will just hide the costs in increased prices.
The Reserve Bank of Australia’s review of merchant card...[Read More]
Red tape and silver bullets: tough task for housing fix
3 July
Where do you start in cutting back the “thickets of red tape” strangling Australia’s construction sector and putting the nation’s housing supply targets beyond reach?
Brimming with a new-found supply-side progressive zeal, the federal...[Read More]
Financial security: four steps to protect your future
26 June
Financial stability doesn’t usually come by chance; it requires preparation and strategy. Most of us depend on a steady paycheck, but few consider what would happen if it disappeared suddenly.
Protecting yourself against financial disaster means...[Read More]
Steps to take if you can’t afford your mortgage repayments
9 January
Owning a home is a significant milestone. However, the financial responsibility of mortgage repayments can be daunting for some homeowners.
In times of financial difficulty, it’s essential to find ways to manage your mortgage and avoid defaulting...[Read More]
26 Clever Ways to Reduce Your Cost of Living
27 March
Are you feeling the pinch from rising inflation, fuel prices or interest rates? You’re not
alone. According to the ABS, as of March 2022, inflation rose by 5.1% in the last
twelve months and CHOICE’s recent Consumer Pulse Survey found that...[Read More]
