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Dominic Powell

Dominic Powell

Dominic Powell is the Money Editor for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age.

Can you trust the financial advice you read online?

Financial advice is all over the internet, but can it be trusted? Watch out for these red flags

Nearly two-thirds of Gen Z use social media for financial information, but not all “finfluencers” are what they seem.

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Don’t gamble on your future: Smart ways to invest while you’re young

A new investing trend has young people in the US betting on real-world events. In Australia, we’re wiser than that.

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Is it time to bet against the stock market?

Short selling is profiting from an asset’s price decreasing, and with global markets in decline, now could be the time to give it a go.

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The government’s new Division 296 super tax looks likely to kick in from July 1.

Unpacking the new super tax: What Division 296 could mean for you

The new tax, which is on track for a July introduction, has some losing their minds and others less sympathetic.

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By following a few simple strategies, it is possible to save for a house while you’re young.

How to start saving for a house deposit in your 20s

There are plenty of good strategies to start saving for a house deposit while you’re young, even if it all feels a bit overwhelming.

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Overseas travel might be the obvious answer to a rising Aussie dollar but if you’re in the market for a new car, fridge or TV, it could also mean good news.

What’s the rising Aussie dollar good for? Quite a lot, really

Overseas travellers are not the only ones benefiting from the soaring Aussie dollar. Savvy investors and shoppers, take note.

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Australia’s growing inflation rate isn’t all bad news.

Australia has an inflation problem, but there’s a silver lining

Yes, everything is getting more and more expensive – but sometimes inflation can be a good thing.

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Rentvesting can be a way of having your cake and eating it too.

Keen to buy property but can’t afford your dream location? Consider rentvesting

The strategy allows you to buy where your budget permits, but keeps you renting in your preferred spot. Like everything, there are pros and cons.

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Simple ways to build good money habits

If you want to be more consistent with your money this year, try to nail down how you’ll go about it before setting a goal of how much you want to save or invest.

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Real Money checklist

How to set yourself up for money success in 2026

A few simple, practical steps in January can help get you on the right money track for the year.

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