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What happens if Australia doesn't get enough immigrants?
We delve into the interconnected realities of immigration, population, labour and housing
B team raises the business bar
Common or garden stock companies have been wealth generators for hundreds of years, allowing boards to expand their businesses by attracting wealthy investors who seek attractive and reliable returns. The system is entrenched because holding shares in reputable companies is comparatively safe for investors and provides attractive returns.
Clever ways to transfer your wealth... and live to see the results
Passing on the fruits of your labour before you pass away can be deeply rewarding, and an investment bond is an easy, tax-friendly and cost-effective way to make it happen
MARK CHAPMAN TAX TIP: Claim deductions on rental property
If you have a rental property in need of some care, you may be able to claim a tax deduction. Repairs are tax deductible in the year you incur the expense, provided the property earns rental income.
Mind the gap: how to navigate a career break
Working from home, the great resignation, quiet quitting, four-day-week trials there have been some significant changes and new developments in the workplace in recent years.
The not-so-good oil on inflation
Unfortunately, the Aussie dollar is falling just when we need it to be strong to pay for essential imports
Want growth? Here's where to find it
Dividends alone don't cut it if you want your portfolio to power ahead over the next decades
China's downturn gets more serious
While the country's construction sector may be 'sick', other parts of the economy are getting on with business
This succession is important too
Privately owned businesses are collectively worth $1.437 trillion, yet more than eight out of 10 owners have no plans for who'll take over the reins
Overcome the fear of change
You know you would be better off by doing something differently, but you just can't make the big decision. Sleeping on it can help.
Trouble at the top table
When a key executive suddenly quits, shareholders have to calmly consider whether they should go too, or hang in there
Who will get your super
Make sure your death benefits go to the right person by keeping the paperwork up to date
Investors feel the big squeeze
Negative gearing is becoming more widespread as rent rises fail to cover increasing costs, with some landlords forced to sell
More private lives
Our data protection laws are set for big overhaul and the consumer will be the winner
Beware the wedding 'red bomb'
The couple's happy occasion can be a financial strain for guests, but it's possible to be generous without being extravagant
Bigger, older, hotter and deeper in debt
Aussies have seen the future and we need to make changes now to tackle the scary bits
Catch the superwave
Investors can enjoy the ride as dozens of industries are transformed by technology over the next decade
When 50 isn't the new 30
Applying for a loan in mid-life can be fraught with challenges. Prepare yourself for the inevitable by learning how banks assess mature applicants and what you can do to improve your chances. Here, two experts share their hard-won knowledge on how to approach home loans in middle age.
Avoid the fraudster's web
Ageing parents may need help to protect them from increasingly inventive crooks
Chipping away at a tiny fortune
Australians are an inventive mob. We pioneered the ‘black box’ flight recorder, spray-on skin, the pacemaker, polymer bank notes and the bionic ear. There was also wi-fi technology, which lets us stream music and movies on our mobile devices and television, thanks in part to John O’Sullivan, leader of the team of researchers at the CSIRO who made that breakthrough. A critical part of their work was designing the first wi-fi computer chips based on a global standard. Silicon Valley giant Cisco Systems liked the idea so much that it bought the business.
X FACTOR - Inside the $7 trillion generation
While the media spotlight often shines on the wealth of baby boomers and Gen Y, it’s the largely ignored Gen X who may soon find themselves quietly holding the financial reins.
BUY, KEEP OR SELL
Make the most of your property decisions
Clouds loom over the pyjama party
Funky sleepwear and stationery have been big winners for Solomon Lew, but tougher times may lie ahead
The big ones that got away
It's painful when you miss your chance to make a fortune, but you can keep playing the stockmarket game as long as you live
Skills you need to be successful
The amount of effort you are prepared to make will determine what type of investor you are
Doomers caught out by sharemarket rebound
Professional fund managers underperformed, but investors who stayed the course have reaped the rewards anyway
We need labels that tell the truth
The descriptions that funds attach to their investment options should be consistent and accurate
The mutual makeover
The member-owned banks are evolving, but their core focus on customer and community remains the same
Budgeting is a breeze
In today's digital banking world, the right financial app could save you time and money
Share in ASEAN's growth
ASEAN countries are experiencing rapid expansion, providing opportunities for investors who are looking for long-term gains