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Why thousands of Aussies are getting an insurance refund

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A major insurance provider to refund millions of dollars in premiums, why more middle-class Aussies are going hungry and the Reserve Bank gives its latest verdict on the health of our household finances. Here are five money stories you might have missed this week.

The smartest way to use your annual leave in 2027

The smartest way to use your annual leave in 2027

By Tom Watson

Like the sound of turning a few days of annual leave into a much longer holiday? Here's how to make it happen in 2027.

A $20,000 dental bill could cost you $100,000 in retirement

A $20,000 dental bill could cost you $100,000 in retirement

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A costly trip to the dentist could do more damage to your finances than your teeth. Experts warn a $20,000 super withdrawal can become a six-figure retirement hit.

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Ask Paul: Is $860k of debt too much at 33?

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A 33-year-old casual pastry chef has built a $1m-plus property portfolio, but with $860,000 in debt, he wonders if he's taking too much risk.

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How small claims court could help you get your money back

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From faulty products to tradie disputes, Australians can often pursue minor civil matters through the small claims process without facing a hefty legal bill.

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Tax dispute with the ATO? Here's what to do

By Tom Watson

Tax complaints have jumped 74%, with debt disputes, delayed refunds and unpaid super among the issues causing the biggest headaches for Australians.

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Why I chose a choir over being an air-traffic controller

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After growing up in hand-me-downs, Astrid Jorgensen was on track to become an air-traffic controller. Then one job offer changed everything.

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Friends With Money #279: The art of selling shares

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Seven money mistakes that could haunt you for years

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The costly detail missing from 97% of home listings

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Shares

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Superannuation

"Younger Aussies, tradies, and hospo staff are among the workers most likely to miss out on super because of unpaid contributions. They are the people Payday Super was designed to protect," Delahunty said.

Payday Super is already changing how Aussies get paid

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Why your will may not decide who gets your super

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Banking

About to withdraw money for the first time in years? Cash discounts might be back, following the card surcharge ban, but here's what you should know first about the current state of Australia's ATMs.

'More likely to be charged a fee': the new truth about ATMs

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How to get a 6% savings rate and avoid the catches

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Insurance

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Friends With Money #278: Travel insurance mistakes that could cost you

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Life insurers can no longer use genetic test results against you

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Exchange Traded Funds

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Gen Z loves ETFs. Here's why investors of all ages are taking notice

What is an ETF? A beginner's guide for Australian investors

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Scam Alert

Tasmania has fewer than 30 cryptocurrency ATMs, but residents lost over a million dollars in just three months this year after being convinced to deposit their savings into the controversial machines.

The crypto ATM scam draining Australians' bank accounts

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She thought she'd found love, then she lost $317,000

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Investing

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50 investing terms every Australian investor should know

Unfinished apartment buildings and construction cranes, highlighting risks in property-backed private credit investments under increased regulatory scrutiny.

'The clock is ticking': ASIC sounds alarm on private credit

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Podcasts

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