David Thornton was a journalist at Money from September 2019 to November 2021. He previously worked at Your Money, covering market news as producer of Trading Day Live. Before that, he covered business and finance news at The Constant Investor. David holds a Masters of International Relations from the University of Melbourne.
‘Netflix of property tax’ could replace stamp duty in NSW
NSW residents could soon be free of compulsory stamp duty after the state government proposed a land tax model it's calling "the Netflix of property tax".
What Joe Biden’s election will mean for Australia’s economy
A Biden presidency will likely mean a stronger US economy, which will have a positive impact right here at home.
The true cost of managing your own investment property
Landlords under financial pressure might be tempted to skip the real estate agent and manage a property themselves. But it's a risky, and potentially costly, decision.
AMP takeover: Should you buy, hold or sell your shares?
Sexual harassment allegations. Fees-for-no-service. Now takeover talks. So what should you do if you own shares in AMP?
The number that shows why property investors shouldn’t panic right now
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Consolidating your super isn’t complicated but it is important
Multiple accounts mean multiple sets of paperwork and - more importantly - fees. But consolidating your funds is actually easier than it sounds.
Why you can’t afford to ignore tax time when you’re retired
With the October 31 tax deadline around the corner, most chatter is focused on what working Aussies can claim. But how do you navigate tax time in retirement?
The worrying new trend when it comes to credit card debt
Only half of us would be able to dip into personal savings if we found ourselves swimming in credit card debt, new research shows.
How the banking royal commission changed things for Aussies
The financial advice industry had the professional equivalent of an enema at the royal commission. And research shows that we're now better off.
Forget spending – here’s what you should do with your tax cut
The Treasurer wants you to spend your tax cut. Personal finance experts think otherwise. Here's what to do with the extra cash that will be in your pay.
