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Vita Palestrant has contributed to Money for more than 15 years. Previously, she was the editor of the Money section of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age. Vita has worked on major metropolitan newspapers in Australia and overseas and has won several prestigious journalism awards, including the Citigroup Award for Excellence in Journalism - Personal Finance.
The motherhood penalty hitting women’s super balances
The super system assumes workers have an unbroken career, but time out of the workforce to raise children means this isn't the reality for most women.
What to do if you find yourself in a dud super fund
So you've found yourself in a dud super fund. Here's when it's time to change, and what to look for in a new fund.
Unretiring: How to navigate going back to work
Whether they're short on money or purpose, there is a growing trend towards Aussies unretiring in later years. Here's how to make it work with your super and pension.
The super change that will save Aussies $2.8 billion in fees
Aussies will save $2.8 billion over the next 10 years as unnecessary fees and premiums are ditched in the wake of super stapling.
Retirement system should be fairer and simpler
The retirement system to be made fairer and more efficient, including making it easier for older Australians to return to work, according to the Actuaries Institute.
Being conservative could cost you your retirement
We know that being risky with our investments could see us run out of super during retirement. But the same is true of being too conservative.
Does the revamped First Home Super Saver scheme go far enough?
The First Home Super Saver scheme's releasable amount has been increased from $30,000 to $50,000. Here's what that means for first home buyers.
The mistake you’re making when saving up for a house deposit
Young Aussies saving up a deposit for their first home are overlooking one important thing when it comes to their finances.
Banning workers from choosing their own super fund has no place today
If you're with a dud super fund, the advice is to switch. But for 1 million employees that's not an option at present. This is about to change.
How downsizing the family home can help boost your super balance
A 2018 change allowing older Australians to top up their super after selling the family home could be more worthwhile than ever in this economy.
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