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Caterina Hrysomallis

Caterina Hrysomallis

Caterina Hrysomallis is a journalist specialising in health, lifestyle and personal finance.

Joint accounts are common between partners, but are also becoming popular for friends.

Friends are now opening joint bank accounts. There are risks, but Stephanie has found reward

One-third of Australians live in shared accommodation, and some of them are embracing sharing their finances too.

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A binding financial agreement is Australia’s version of a prenup (or postnup).

Preparing for the unthinkable: How to bring up a prenup

Talking about a prenup with your partner could be a simple or a very complex conversation, but it’s a crucial one to have.

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The key point is to allow individual firms the choice of whether to have work-from-home or work-from-work arrangements, or indeed some sort of hybrid arrangement.

Want to negotiate flexible work? Here’s what you need to know

From requesting adjusted start and finish times to hybrid work, here’s how to put your best foot forward.

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Asking the right questions can help you stand out among hundreds of candidates.

The questions you should (and shouldn’t) ask at every job interview

What you do and don’t ask during a job interview could make all the difference when it comes to getting an offer.

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What is a credit score, and do they really matter if you’re trying to buy a home?

Applying for a loan? You’ll need to know this magic number

What is a credit score, and do they really matter if you’re trying to buy a home?

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Once stigmatised, these days there’s nothing wrong with taking some time off work.

Why you should ask for some time off work – and how to do it

Sabbaticals were once frowned upon, but these days there’s nothing wrong with taking a career break. Here’s how to make it happen.

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Taking a gap year or a sabbatical, or tempted to? There are some jobs that might suit you better than others.

Want to take a break from the office? Here are 10 jobs you can do while travelling

A gap year isn’t just for teenagers any more.

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From tax implications to funding aged care, there are a few important factors to look into when it comes to early inheritances.

What to consider before giving an early inheritance

From tax implications to funding aged care, there are a few important factors to look into when it comes to early inheritances.

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Financial adviser Dawn Thomas.

The simple money lessons financial advisers wish were taught in school

Did you learn about taxes in high school? What about superannuation or shares?

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A bank account is considered ‘dormant’ or ‘inactive’ in Australia when there’s been no activity for seven years.

How your old, dormant bank accounts can cost you big

Saving that unused account for a rainy day? You might want to think twice about that.

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