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Benefits of student exchange
Foreign exchange can be a rewarding experience, boosting kids' confidence and developing their judgement skills. But it's not cheap.
Small business get a bigger piece of the pie: Federal Budget winners and losers
Who are the winners and losers of last night's Federal Budget?
Why it’s risky to give your kids a house deposit
As many as one in three parents give children a home deposit, and some lie to lenders about whether this money is a loan or a gift. This is dangerous.
How to organise childcare without blowing the budget
When you return to work after having a baby you need quality, reliable and most importantly affordable childcare. Here's what you need to know.
After-school jobs: watch out for high tax rates
Kids' income from part-time jobs is known as "excepted net income" and is taxed at ordinary tax rates.
The big expenses don’t end when kids start uni
When my oldest daughter finished school and started uni I assumed my big expenses were over. What was I thinking?
I bought my husband a bike – it changed our family finances
A Christmas gift sparked a family cycling habit that delivered more than fitness. Here's how riding a bike can save money, cut transport costs and transform the way you travel.
Changes to family tax benefits
The family tax benefits have changed again this year. Be prepared at tax time.
The best credit cards on offer for students
With most credit cards you need an income when you apply and often the income needed is more than most university students earn.
The real cost of owning a pet
Buying a pet is just the beginning. There are plenty of costs for food, vet bills, micro-chipping, de-sexing, pet insurance, grooming, toys and - if you go away - boarding fees. Once your pet ages, there could be medications, special food and regular vet visits.
