Budgeting
Opinion
Pets
Perth, it’s time to interrogate this designer dog madness
The Perth dog markets are out of control. Before people go falling in love with that fluffy little face, they need to ask themselves some harder questions.
- by Emma Young
Latest
Opinion
Cost of living
Take a peek at every single dollar in my household budget for FY 22-23
I hope that by sharing my 2022-23 household budget numbers, it inspires you to have a good look at your own.
- by Jessica Irvine
Analysis
Analysis
How Gen Z can get more out of their money
With the price of almost everything rising fast, there are things that younger people can do to make their money stretch further and secure a better long-term future.
- by John Collett
‘Being careful with money was drilled into me’
Aidan Laird has about $40,000 worth of investments and is saving for his first home. He’s had a few financial hiccups along the way but remains committed to his long-term goals.
- by Nina Hendy
Opinion
Opinion
New ways to maximise your money under Labor government
It’s time to reposition your approach and reconsider some of your wealth-building strategies because of political and economic changes.
- by Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
‘Spending is part of enjoying life, but it’s all about balance’
Katie Collins has been a spender in the past, but now she is turning her financial life around and investing for her future.
- by Nina Hendy
‘Pushing 40 as a divorced single mum’: How Jess Irvine turned her financial life around
Budgeting is not a dirty word – in fact, it’s your best bet for a secure financial future.
- by Jessica Irvine
More pain in store as grocery prices continue to rise
Coles is responding by taking a leaf out of the Costco playbook and offer a range of 44 supersized items that can be bought in bulk at substantial discounts.
- by Caitlin Fitzsimmons
Will your next car be an EV? Everything to know before flicking the switch
Electric vehicles are cheaper to run, more sustainable and require less maintenance. But how long will it take to break even after various upfront costs?
- by Millie Muroi
Analysis
Home loans
Life is getting more expensive, but you can still save for a home deposit
With prices for food, fuel and rents on the rise and interest rates expected to go up, it’s never been more challenging to scrape together a house deposit. Here are some good ways to start.
- by Nina Hendy
Opinion
Opinion
Federal budget underscores why you need your own household budget
Households would do well to take a leaf out of Treasury’s books and sit down to have a good look at their own incomings and outgoings. Here are a few tips to get you started.
- by Jessica Irvine