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Yes, minimum wage rises can hurt jobs, but not this one
The only path to sustainable real wages growth is a sustained improvement in the productivity of our workforce.
- by Jessica Irvine
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Aussie home values are about to tumble. We should let them
House prices look set to fall. But this time, policymakers should resist the temptation to tinker with the market.
- by Jessica Irvine
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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
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Rate rises or recession: pick one to worry about, not both
Some interest rate increases – including today’s near-certain hike – are not a portent of doom.
- by Jessica Irvine
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Nine ways to boost your tax return
With the cost of living on the rise, it is more important than ever to make sure you’re not paying more tax than you need to. Here are some of the top tax deductions available to help you to boost this year’s tax return.
- by Jessica Irvine
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Labor’s spending audit welcome, but budget trickery can cut both ways
As they carry out an audit of their predecessor’s spending and identify areas of potential waste, Labor needs to ensure it is transparent about its own unallocated funds.
- by Jessica Irvine
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I just saved $100 by switching energy retailers. Here are my six top tips
If you haven’t shopped your electricity plan in years, you could save hundreds of dollars simply by switching to a new provider. Here’s how.
- by Jessica Irvine
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What Treasury told the new treasurer... probably
When an incoming treasurer is briefed by top Treasury officials, they are often told uncomfortable truths. Here’s my fictional take on what Jim Chalmers might have been told in recent days.
- by Jessica Irvine
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The tax trick everyone earning more than $45,000 needs to know
As the end of the financial year approaches, it’s time for everyone, particularly those earning more than $45,000 a year, to have a good look at the tax savings available on money funnelled into superannuation.
- by Jessica Irvine
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Super v housing: it’s time young people had that debate
Politicians could really help the young by not forcing an increasing amount of their pay packets into super, while also addressing the underlying forces driving house prices ever higher.
- by Jessica Irvine
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I started investing in shares a year ago, so how am I doing?
After investing in shares for the first time last year, I’m treading water with my Australian portfolio, but I’m in for the long haul with history on my side.
- by Jessica Irvine