making money

January is often the time that we declutter in our household. And this year, it feels as if everyone in Australia is doing the same. When we took a few bags of clothes to the Salvos, the volunteer almost begged us not to gift too much. "I don't know ... More

The cost of getting around is increasing at twice the rate of inflation, according to new research from the Australian Automobile Association. The average Aussie metro household spends $18,221 a year on transport, up $736 from a year ago. Sydneysiders ... More

So you've survived another year. Well done. Was it the financial success you hoped it would be? No matter how it turned out, I'm sure you want to do better this year. Right now all the experts will be giving their top 10 tips for financial success in ... More

There are lots of good causes that cost money, so how refreshing is it to find one that not only saves money but maybe even makes some? In the lead-up to Planet Ark's National Recycling Week from November 12 to 18, we've put together a list of cost-effective ... More

The tax office has just sent out the message that it will focus on income made from peer-to-peer car sharing but the so-called "crackdown" actually benefits those renting their car out when it is not in use. When you do the sums, almost everyone who ... More

Despite it being a foundation for understanding money, opinion is divided as to whether pocket money should be tied to chores. Some parents give pocket money with no strings attached. Other parents give pocket money on the condition that the children ... More

Save on everyday expenses Create a budget , highlight your expenses, negotiate with your providers and then monitor your cash flow. Easier said than done but if you make the effort the savings can be considerable. If the thought of doing a budget is ... More

Earn a bit on the side by placing your photos with an online microstock agency Calling all happy snappers. Ever considered turning your hobby into a reasonably profitable sideline? Not only are global "microstock" agencies open to submissions from amateur ... More

NSW car owners might be entitled to a refund on their CTP green slip if they bought or renewed their green slip before December 1, 2017. If the car was registered in Sydney metro, Outer metro, Newcastle, or Wollongong region and the insurance premium ... More

If you're looking for a way to make some extra money - whether to pay some bills or fund a holiday - then holding a garage sale might just be the way to do it. A successful garage sale can make hundreds of dollars, and there's the added benefit that ... More