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Are vitamins worth the money?It's this time of year that many of us find ourselves drawn to the 'vitamin' section of the health food aisle or store, looking for a one-stop solution to what ails us. Allison Tait looks into what can be a pricey habit.

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Money manners: Keeping up - or not

source: Nicola Field

Nicola Field has tips on coping with wealthy friends.

Are vitamins worth the money?

source: Allison Tait

When the weather's cold and you're feeling blah, it's easy to start wishing for magic pill solutions. It's this time of year that many of us find ourselves drawn to the 'vitamin' section of the health food aisle or store, looking for a one-stop solution to what ails us. But with jars of multivitamins priced at $20-$30 for 50-60 tablets (taking one or two daily), it's not a cheap habit.

Kids and money: Where to put $1000

source: Susan Hely

Susan Hely hails the virtues of starting young

Learners guide: How to complain

source: Maria Bekiaris

Maria Bekiaris says it’s worth the effort

Lifestages: Having a baby

source: Maria Bekiaris

Having a baby is exciting for families but there’s no denying it is expensive. And with the potential drop from two incomes to one this can place an even bigger strain on the family budget. That’s why it’s important to be financially prepared for the pitter-patter of little feet.

Your say: Should banks be taxed?

source: Alice Uribe, ninemsn

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates for the sixth time in seven months amid inflationary pressures and surging house prices.