Maria Bekiaris is editorial campaigns manager for Canstar and former deputy editor of Money. She holds a Bachelor's degree in business.
Renting with a pet: why your dog now needs a resume
Few rental properties in Australia are advertised as pet friendly, so where does that leave you and your furry or feathered friend?
So you’ve been done for speeding – how to get out of the fine
You open a letter to find that you've been done for speeding or running a red light, so what can you do to get out of the fine?
Should you dump your poor-performing shares before July 1?
If you were thinking of dumping a losing investment, now could be a good time. Here are some of the issues to consider when deciding if you should sell funds or shares.
How to find your lost money, bank accounts and rental bonds
The federal government is holding about $1.1 billion worth of lost money from abandoned bank accounts, forgotten rental bonds and more, and some of that might belong to you. Here's how to find out.
Why an expired warranty doesn’t mean you’re out of rights
Just because a product is out of warranty doesn't mean you don't have a case to take it back for repair or replacement if it breaks down.
Real estate: why Brisbane is set to become the best performing capital city
Brisbane is well placed to take over as the best-performing capital city housing market over the next five years, according to CoreLogic.
Tips to boost your super when you don’t work full-time
If you're making money from the gig economy and your super is suffering there are a number of ways you can grow your retirement nest egg.
Making a flipping profit from refurbished houses is getting tougher
Flipping houses to make a quick profit was big business in the early noughties, but the numbers have dropped.
How to get a refund on your green slip by September 30
NSW car owners could be entitled to a refund on their CTP green slip if they bought or renewed their green slip before December 1, 2017.
Crackdown on unpaid super: why employers could face jail time
Employers who don't pay super could face up to 12 months' jail or court-ordered financial penalties.
