Susan has been a finance journalist for more than 30 years, beginning at the Australian Financial Review before moving to the Sydney Morning Herald. She edited a superannuation magazine, Superfunds, for the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, and writes regularly on superannuation and managed funds. She's also author of the best-selling book Women and Money. Connect with Susan Hely on LinkedIn.
Why you should set new savings goals this spring
Spring is finally here, which means it's time to sweep the cobwebs off your budget and set some new money goals. Here are six ways to get started.
What do you tell your kids who can’t afford property?
My daughter and her partner are trying to buy a home in this supercharged real estate market, but will it pay off for them the way it did for us?
How to buy ETFs for your kids or grandkids
When it comes to choosing an investment for your kids and grandkids, it is hard to go past exchange traded funds.
How much pocket money to give your kids
Pocket money is a great way to help your kids develop good savings habits, but how much should you give them?
How to qualify for the age pension if you’re just over the threshold
If you're on the cusp of receiving the age pension but have slightly too much in assets, here are some steps you can take to potentially help you qualify.
Why you only need $253k in super to retire
Retiring with $1 million in super isn't possible for many Aussies, but there is a sweet spot between super and the pension that means you can retire on far less.
Friends With Money #1: The FIRE movement
On the first episode of Friends With Money, we dive into the early retirement movement, which is gaining traction in Australia.
Friends With Money podcast #1: The FIRE movement
This week on Friends With Money, we dive into the early retirement movement, which is gaining traction in Australia as people start opting out of 9-5 work and seek greater flexibility
Seven ways it will be easier to boost your super after July 1
Positive changes to superannuation - particularly a higher employer contribution - will help pump up your nest egg from July 1.
‘My focus is financial independence, not early retirement’
Unlike the early retirees who are happy to retire on less than $50,000 a year, Jason from The FI Explorer blog wants to be able to maintain his comfortable lifestyle.
