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Investing
The peer-to-peer investments outshining term deposit rates
While interest rates fall on term deposits and high-interest savings accounts, peer-to-peer investors are cashing in on returns of up to 8%. So what's the catch?
Ask Paul: We have invested $2.23m, can we retire comfortably?
Rodney and his wife have invested in super, property and shares, but is it enough to retire comfortably in two years?
Ask Paul: My daughter has a learning disability, what about her super?
A learning disability means Celia's 20-year-old daughter struggles to find regular work. How much should she be putting into super to cover fees and increase the balance?
Don’t get caught out by the July 1 super changes: what you need to know
Mothers taking a break work, Australians employed overseas, part-time workers, and the self-employed could all be affected by the changes to super that kick in on July 1.
Why you need to protect your super before the June 30 deadline
June 30 is an important date on the financial calendar and this year it's especially significant if you want to sort out your superannuation.
Market wrap: why lower interest rates won’t get the economy moving
It was no surprise that the RBA cut interest rates to a record low of 1.25% with the intention of stimulating the economy. But was this the right decision?
Pension not enough to live on, new research shows
Most Australians believe the age pension represents at least half of what they would need to live on in retirement.
The term deposit alternative that offers a higher rate of return
With your money going backwards in term deposits, where can you stash your money that will be convenient and offer a solid return? Here's one alternative.
Ask Paul: Where should I invest $28,000 for my retirement?
At 64, Glynis owns her own home and has $90,000 in super. Where should she invest $28,000 in savings in order to retire in five years?
Going for gold: investors are flocking to this safe-haven asset
If the US economy tumbles into recession, this could drive the gold price higher, taking with it gold stocks, including those listed in Australia.
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