If you, like me, are one of the third of all Australians who don't own their own property, try not to get too jealous of this tree in the US that owns itself and the land it stands on.

Australian job vacancies grew by nearly 18.7% in the year to February. Public sector vacancies grew by 4.6% over the year, outpaced by a 20% lift in private sector openings which jumped to the highest level ever recorded. Along with strong employment growth, the increase in vacancies suggests worker shortages may soon start to emerge.

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Dear Lifehacker, I want to set up some security cameras to deter would be thieves but they cost an arm and a leg. I've checked out some dummy ones, and must say they look extremely convincing. My question is, if I install fake security cameras and get robbed, would it give my insurance company an excuse not to pay me?

If you're a millennial and having trouble saving up for a home, Australian millionaire Tim Gurner has some simple advice for you: Stop eating so much avocado toast. You'll never be able to save for a home that way.

All it takes is one small mistake and your home improvement project can run way over budget. If you want to keep your remodel from eating up your savings, avoid these major missteps before construction even begins.

Most financially savvy people are wary of getting in over their heads when it comes to credit card debt. But home buying? We don't always see home prices with the same caution.