Australian Economy
A Calm Way to Review Energy, Insurance and Mortgage Costs
Reviewing large household bills in a set order can reveal useful options without turning every cost-of-living decision into an exhausting project.
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Personal Finance
Superannuation Basics for Casual and Contract Workers
Casual work does not remove super rights, while contractor arrangements require a closer look at how the work is performed and paid.
Banking
Getting More Value From Everyday and Savings Accounts
Fees, bonus-interest conditions, digital tools and deposit protection all deserve attention when Australians review everyday banking arrangements and compare available offers.
Personal Finance
Strata Levies and Special Levies: Building Them Into a Household Budget
Apartment ownership includes regular strata levies and occasional larger costs, so a resilient budget needs to look beyond the mortgage repayment.
Home Loans
Saving a Home Deposit While Renting in Sydney
A home-deposit plan becomes more manageable when the target, timeframe, savings structure and unavoidable costs of renting are considered together.