Money & Relationships

Thinking of helping adult children with super? Understand contribution caps, preservation rules and the trade-offs before you gift a cent. See what to know.

Handle family loan hardship with a clear payment change, a revised schedule, and agreed interest treatment. See how to record the plan together.

Keep family lending clear with a family loan tracker: what to record, how to log repayments, and why it matters for deposits and lenders. See how.

Family money can end up divided if your child’s relationship breaks down. Protecting assets from de facto claims starts with clear records. See how.

Spot the red flags that separate genuine help from financial abuse family loans, and know what protections you have in Australia. See what to look for.

By The Chipkie Team, Personal Finance Editorial Team  ·  Last updated 30 August 2026 Lending money to a sibling, a cousin or your own adult

Understand what cosigner car loan liability really means in Australia — guarantor vs co-borrower, credit file impact and how to protect yourself. Find out how.

Work out a fair board figure, split bills and protect your deposit savings. Moving Back Home as an Adult: what to pay parents, discussed properly. See how.

Discover practical tips on how to ask parents for deposit help, from conversation scripts to legal safeguards for Aussie homebuyers. Get started today.

Discover how to set clear family financial boundaries that protect your wealth and relationships in 2026. Get practical Australian tips and scripts. Find out how.