The benefits and trade-offs of owning your own house and land
Owning a house and the land under it gives you stability, control over the space and a long-term asset, but it also…
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Buying a house and land package in Box Hill, Australia
A house and land package means you buy a block of land and have a home built on it, usually under two linked…
Investing in Norwest, Sydney: what a Gulf-based buyer should check
Norwest is a business and residential area in Sydney's north-west, and people consider it for its offices, transport…
How to sell a house without problems
A house sale goes smoothly when the paperwork is ready before the first viewing, the asking price is backed by evidence,…
How to check your credit report online and what to look for
Check your credit report once or twice a year through an official or licensed credit bureau, look for accounts or…
Six ways to protect your bank card from fraud
The most effective ways to protect a bank card are to switch on transaction alerts, never share one-time codes, shop…
How to find a current account that pays interest
Most current accounts pay nothing, but some pay interest, usually with conditions attached. To find a good one,…
How to move music and files between your devices and a Mac
The simplest way to move music from an old iPod to a Mac is to use Apple's own tools first, and only try third-party…
Household employer tax: what the US nanny tax means for employers and staff
If you pay someone to work in your home under your direction, the tax authorities in many countries treat you as an…
10 personal finance tips for newly married couples
The most useful first step after marriage is a single honest conversation: what each of you earns, owes, saves and…
What slowing retail sales say about household spending and rising prices
When retail sales growth slows while prices are rising, it usually means households are buying less, or buying cheaper…
Personal financial planning: a practical starting point
Financial planning is simply deciding in advance where your money goes, so that your income pays for today's needs,…