August magazine

In the magazine

COVER STORY
WEALTH SECRETS

Are there secrets to making money? Money has gathered together the wisdom of five top advisors to help you realise your goals. We help unlock the answers to getting off the rent treadmill, meeting the cost of raising kids, making your first million, stretching your retirement dollar and recouping your losses. So you can start building your wealth today!

Special report: RIGHT REWARDS
By Maria Bekiaris

Most people like the idea of getting something for nothing- which is why reward credit cards have been so popular over the years. If you’re spending the money anyway, you might as well get a bonus. But it’s not just about flyer points, Money explains what else you can get and how to choose the right card.

Am I better off? BUYING INSURANCE THROUGH SUPER
By Paul Clitheroe

Perhaps it’s our “she’ll be right” attitude or the cost involved but many Australians are underinsured. We are often told that buying cover through our super fund is cheaper than through an independent insurance company but there is debate as to which offers the best protection for you and your family. Paul Clitheroe does the sums to work out which option will leave you better off.

Smart saving: LIVE ON $300 AWEEK
By Susan Hely

Thrift has become the “in” word and a good financial plan is grounded in savings. Money reader Steven Duncan and his family manage to live off just $300 a week and bank the rest. Could you do the same? Money shows you how.

Super pensions: DEFENSE STRATEGY
By Peter Freeman

Retirees have watched in horror as their super pension balance has shrunk in recent times. But fear not – you can still take defensive action to ride out the downturn. Peter Freeman shows you how to start your defensive strategy by lowering your payouts.

Money rights: HAPPY ENDINGS
By Nicola Field

Whether your gripe is over bank fees, a super payout or an unresolved insurance claim – there are plenty of avenues for complaint and resolution. Money brings you to step by step guide to how to complain, settle a dispute and find satisfaction.

Tax: REFUND TIME

By Maria Bekiaris

Many of us dread tax time. But if you’re hoping for a refund – that’s a very good reason not to put it off. By now you’ll have received your payment summary so it’s time to start thinking about lodging your return. Money shows you how to do it yourself including what you can claim and our top tax tips.

Small business: TAX BREAK BOOSTER

By Peter Freeman

Small business people have until the end of the year to cash in on the government’s unprecedented special investment tax deduction. Peter Freeman has the complete lowdown so you can see what applies to you and then make sure you buy that new car or computer in time.

Highlights and giveaways

• Book of the month: 20 Most Common Trading Mistakes- we’re giving away five copies to our readers.
• Our Letter of the Month winner gets a 12-month subscription valued at $55.
• Reader offer: our readers can get 20% off the cost of Accor Advantage Plus card, plus $50 gift voucher.