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Green saver: Energy incentives worth a look

Under the government’s new solar panel credits program, households and businesses can get up to $7500 off the cost of installing solar energy or wind power systems.

Smart spending: Power to the toothbrush

The electric toothbrush has been with us for over half a century, and has established itself as something truly useful, unlike some other inventions we can get by without, like electric can openers and self-lowering toilet seats. Most of us brush our teeth on autopilot, using little thought or exertion.

Love and money: Joint account hazards

Starry-eyed couples may see a joint bank account as a sign of commitment, but there are pitfalls in sharing your savings.

Love and money: Choosing a guardian for kids

None of us like to dwell on our own mortality, but who would care for your kids if something happened to you?

Loyalty cards: a no-brainer for saving money on bills

You can moan about it all you like – but prices are on the up and everybody’s still got to buy groceries. Why not sign up for a loyalty card? Unlike retailer credit cards, supermarket loyalty cards are free and if you can get a little more value for money you’d spend anyway, then surely it’s a no-brainer.

Green saver: Insulating your home

Around 60 percent of Australian houses don’t have ceiling insulation, but this figure is expected to shrink with the federal government’s new, generous $1600 rebate that is available until the end of 2011. The government is targeting 2.2 million owner/occupiers and 500,000 rental properties which after the insulation should have a minimum two-star energy rating and save up to $200 a year on energy bills.

Kids and money: savings accounts

A kids saving account teaches kids to save. When my kids were little I opened savings accounts for them at the local bank, but I found that the high fees ate up any interest and reduced the small savings. Instead of building up their savings, they went backwards because of account-keeping and monthly fees. I closed the accounts. But 12 years on, I’m pleased to report that kids’ savings accounts have improved.

Aussies brace for massive power bills

Many Australians will get a nasty shock when they receive their next electricity bill due to the recent heatwave that has ravaged parts of the country.

Green saver: Bath water doesn't have to go to waste

Bath water doesn’t have to go to waste. Rainwater tanks are great if it rains but if rainfall is unreliable, why not consider a greywater system?

Love and money: Women be wise on income-protection

Helen Reddy was spot-on when she sang, “I am strong. I am invincible. I am woman”, but that doesn’t mean we don’t get sick or injured.

And despite women’s growing earning power, we are still chronically underinsured when it comes to income protection cover.

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