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    The super trap that could cost your family thousands: Why your best intentions might backfire

    Sounds familiar. My son eventually gave up as it was affecting his marriage, all the constant hassles because of the ex. Those two girls are in their early twenties now and the eldest one definitely has daddy abandonment issues because of the BS her mother put in her head when she was young...
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    The super trap that could cost your family thousands: Why your best intentions might backfire

    They don't tax the amount for spouse or children, just other relatives and friends. It should be the same no matter who you leave it to. What gives the government the right to virtually dictate who you can and can't leave your own money to, without being penalised. My youngest son had a very...
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    Could you be accused of stealing at your local supermarket? Here's how to defend yourself

    My situation is more complicated. Many years ago I put 1/3rd of my home in my daughters name to ensure that she is taken care of financially and that if there was going to be any contesting of my will, her share was already taken care of, and would not form part of my estate My eldest son has...
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    ‘It’s my inheritance!’: What happens when adult kids feel entitled to your money

    Speak for yourself, not everybody feels that way
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    Shoppers reveal clever trick to cut weekly supermarket costs

    I do the same. When something is on special I buy enough to last me until it comes on special again. This way I hardly ever pay full price for anything. Always look on the bottom shelf. Premium, more expensive brands, pay for eye level shelf space. There are often the same items on the...
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    The super trap that could cost your family thousands: Why your best intentions might backfire

    How many people would be aware of this?? Not many I would guess. Super is your money. You should be able to leave it to whomever you choose. Is there anything the government can't get their greedy hands on?? Tax has already been paid on super and then here they come again.
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    Remember when royals never caused a stir? Here's how Princess Isabella is rewriting the rulebook

    Where does it say she was in Australia. It said she was staying at the festival and then returning to the palace. I am well aware that the F word is used by all and sundry these days but IMO a little more class is expected from somebody in her position.
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    Remember when royals never caused a stir? Here's how Princess Isabella is rewriting the rulebook

    Somebody actually said it was "modern and brave"???? More like "crass and stupid". What was she actually trying to prove. One of my stepdaughters was once wearing a t-shirt with a winking rabbit on it and underneath it said NEXT. Did she really need to advertise it???
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    ‘Shut up’: Heated clash erupts live on TV over former PM’s explosive comments

    There was no way we were ever going to get it anyway.
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    Retired but over income limits? You might still be eligible for this benefit saving retirees thousands!

    I tried for many years to convince a family member that they were entitled to this card but they wouldn't even check. They kept telling me I didn't know what I was talking about. Their own fault that they missed out, but they were also Nominee for a much older relative with quite severe medical...
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    Still Love Your Phone? Here Are the Best SIM-Only Deals in Australia Right Now

    How is it misleading, it clearly states that the prices are for a limited time. It would only be misleading if it didn't .
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    Centrelink’s ‘Special Rule’ Warning: Downsizing Could Cost Seniors Their Pension

    If he is asset rich why does he not dispose of some of his assets and have a better life style. I had two properties and thst is what I did. I sold one property and I invested part n of the funds, I bought a new car, have done considerable renovations to my home and have two holidays every...
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    ‘Threat to humanity’: You might be exposed to these cancer-causing chemicals every day

    You do know, don't you , that more people die every year from the flu than from anything to do with COVID. You will definitely make yourself ill worrying about things that may never happen. Sometimes our own observations are misleading. Have you seen a Dr about your worries. Life is too...
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    ‘Threat to humanity’: You might be exposed to these cancer-causing chemicals every day

    Nope. Just one of the smart ones. I've got better things to do than listen to conspiracy theories
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    The government has asked for bold proposals. Maybe it’s time to consider taxing the family home

    Britain has bought back death taxes, who would have thought. I also read that article as imputed income which is what you would get if the house was rented out, not if you're renting out a room. You are already supposed to be paying taxes on that income as well as b and b, etc. Taxes on...
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