Money

Money The pros and cons of the government’s home equity access scheme The Home Equity Access Scheme could be a way for you to cost-effectively access the equity in your home. Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon runs the numbers.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Money 5 ways to save money on your car (that don’t involve catching the bus)When it comes to running a car, costs can creep up on you. One minute, you’re happily driving around town without a care in the world, and the next you’re shelling out half the value of the car because your floor mats need realigning.* Carolyn Tate shares the 5 best ways to keep your money in your pocket when it comes to running your car.

Money Get in the black after a grey divorce Going through a divorce is financially traumatic at any age but can be especially hard if you planned your retirement income based on the cheaper living costs of being a couple rather than a single.

Money 12 old-school skills that can make you extra cash Cash in on your old school DIY skills by setting up an online side hustle. If you can sew a button, assemble IKEA furniture or cook with panache, then you might just have some cash to earn.

Money Modest vs comfortable living in retirement Writer Mark Dapin never gave much thought to money, but now he details what life would look like on Australia’s recommended retirement budgets.

Money Nicole’s super boosters: 7 ways to swell your super fund in a single financial year With the clock ticking until you happily clock off for good, you don’t want to let any of this bonus retirement wealth go to waste.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon

Money 7 ways to make debt disappear As retirement rears its head, the anticipation of more leisure time need not be overshadowed by lingering debts. If financial concerns are dampening your retirement dreams, here are 7 actionable debt tips to consider.

Money 16 things you can do right now to save big on your energy bill Do you want to save big on your power bill? Then add these 16 tips and tricks to your repertoire. These easy adjustments are small enough that you can start today and will mean passive saving for you, plus being able to do your bit for the environment.