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David Thornton was a journalist at Money from September 2019 to November 2021. He previously worked at Your Money, covering market news as producer of Trading Day Live. Before that, he covered business and finance news at The Constant Investor. David holds a Masters of International Relations from the University of Melbourne.
Big banks scramble to ride the digital banking wave
Westpac's foray into digital banking stepped up a gear this week, with the announcement of a digital-only platform. The move is seen as an attempt to coax younger customers away from the new wave of neo banks.
The new retirement rule of thumb you need to know
So you've invested for retirement but how much can you responsibly take out each year? A group of Australian actuaries has done the heavy lifting for you.
Forget the smashed avo – millennials are better savers than baby boomers
It's official - Gen Y can no longer be referred to as the smashed avocado generation. New research shows they are putting away more savings than their parents
How to avoid taking risk in retirement
Through careful investment portfolio construction, retirees can protect their income stream without sacrificing asset quality.
Planning early will stop young Aussies going grey over retirement
Young Australians need to better understand the benefits of saving early and often, even if it's only in small amounts.
Simple steps to protect against elder financial abuse
There's a new guide to help financial institutions detect and address elder financial abuse. And there's simple steps you can take to protect your money.
How to buy your first home with just a 5% deposit
First home buyers will be able to get into a house with as little as 5% deposit through a new government scheme, but there's a catch.
Phone marketing and personal finance problems don’t mix
The line between telephone marketing and financial advice has been clarified after the Federal Court sided with ASIC's claim that Westpac deliberately used telephone marketing to persuade customers to consolidate their super into a BT account.
The $10k cash call: Why large payments are on the scrapheap
Opposition is mounting against a federal government bill to ban cash payments over $10,000 with concerns it will push customers into the clutches of banks or other financial institutions.
The tide is turning: Why your super fund is developing a conscience
Environmental, social and governance principles have traditionally served as the marketing jargon of image-conscious companies rather than being a genuine call to action. But the tide is now turning.
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