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The 6 biggest money mistakes young people make

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:41:00 GMT

BAD financial decisions can haunt you for a lifetime. Young people have a lot to learn (and older people can definitely take some of this advice too).

Cashing in on cans

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:16:04 GMT

THE cash for cans scheme has sparked industry protests around the country, but is it a good idea?

Get power bills under control

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:14:52 GMT

ENERGY bills in winter can provide a big shock and now major suppliers are coming on board to help ease the pain.

Argentina cash controls bring bargains

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:29:55 GMT

A FLOOD of black-market money in Argentina means bargains for shoppers but headaches for the government.

Seven deadly tax sins you'll pay for

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:43:00 GMT

IT'S painful, yet when it comes to tax we're committing seven deadly sins and heading to money hell. Here's how to avoid it.

Time to take stock of finances

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:46:20 GMT

THE end of the financial year is the perfect time to assess your financial situation, and nip any bad habits in the bud.

Warning over gas price explosion

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

HOUSEHOLD gas bills are set to soar with Victorian households to feel the most pain, a new report warns.

Online scams a growth industry

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

AUSTRALIANS are losing more than $93 million a year in online scams, many aimed at shoppers and mobile phone users, a report reveals.

A super year for superannuation

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

SUPER funds are back to boom time returns with the average fund forecast to report at least a 13 per cent profit this financial year.

Sydneysiders bear rising cost

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

SYDNEY has overtaken London as one of the world's most expensive cities. Here is a snapshot looking at both capitals. HAVE YOUR SAY

Score the best price on car sales

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

JUNE is the most popular month in Australia for car sales, but before you jump in and buy, a few simple preparation tips could save you thousands.

How to choose the right super fund

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 08:00:00 GMT

FINDING the right superannuation fund can mean the difference between struggling to survive and thriving during retirement.

Tax debts for 400,000 health fund members

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 02:40:00 GMT

NEARLY 400,000 Australians face tax debts for not telling their health insurer they are ineligible for the 30 per cent rebate.

Who are you really banking with?

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 01:51:00 GMT

CREDIT unions are calling for better disclosure of the true ownership of some of Australia’s biggest banking brands amid competition concerns.

Trading up: Blue collar worth a dollar

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:22:44 GMT

FROM bogans to bourgeois, the Australian tradie has come a long way in the past 20 years

Palmer: Wealth makes me "uncorruptible"

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:41:00 GMT

MINING magnate turned political candidate Clive Palmer says he's "uncorruptible" because he's already really rich.

NYC cracks down on designer fakes

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:13:00 GMT

THE days of snapping up a designer knock-off in New York's Chinatown could be numbered, as the city debates new laws to fine people buying fakes.

MP pay rise could hire 200 teachers

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 09:53:25 GMT

THE third federal MP salary boost in 16 months will cost taxpayers $50 million over four years.

What you need to sort out before June 30

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 03:32:00 GMT

UGH. It's nearly tax time. With less than three weeks to go until the end of financial year there are changes coming on July 1 you need to know.

Readers discuss middle-class welfare

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 01:11:35 GMT

YOURMONEY.COM.AU readers share their views on money.

The lowest paid jobs in Australia

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 23:30:00 GMT

IT may be a stereotype that low paid jobs require little skill, but that's not always the case. These are the country's 10 lowest paying jobs.

Messi accused of $5.6m tax fraud

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:11:51 GMT

A SPANISH prosecutor has filed a fraud complaint against Lionel Messi, alleging he owes 4 million euros ($5.6 million) in back taxes.

Messi accused of $5.6m tax fraud

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:11:51 GMT

A SPANISH prosecutor has filed a fraud complaint against Lionel Messi, alleging he owes 4 million euros ($5.6 million) in back taxes.

Banks are using secret data

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 14:00:00 GMT

BATTLERS are either being refused home loans or not being given as good a deal as the wealthy under new criteria used by the big lenders.

More Aussie households in the red

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:30:00 GMT

FALLING house prices are driving more households to the point where they owe the bank more than their property is worth.