There’s no such thing as easy cash
Great power lies in teaching independent financial education in schools, opening the eyes of kids and making sure they are wise to the loan sharks who prey on the young, writes the Barefoot Investor.
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The ultimate present you can give your dad
When our home burned to the ground, my wife’s final memories of her father were lost in the ashes. It’s a tragedy which inspired what I think is the best present you can give your own dad — and best of all, it’s free, writes the Barefoot Investor.
Tim Fischer was the real deal, and we loved him
As with the very best mentors, I didn’t just learn from the advice Tim Fischer gave me — or the many doors he opened for me — but by watching him. Today I want to talk about the difference he made in my life, writes the Barefoot Investor.
Subscriptions a shoe-in and they’re here to stay
Businesses are clearly attracted to subscriptions for the lucrative recurring revenue but beware of corporate gangsters out to sign up your kids, writes the Barefoot Investor.
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Lend your money and lose a friend
IF you have a burning money issue, or want to win a fight, put your questions to Barefoot Investor.
Don’t get frozen out over savings
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Worth a look … but is it a winner?
SHOULD you buy into Argo’s new listed infrastructure investment fund? The Barefoot Investor delivers his verdict.
Staying put makes more sense
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’Your husband is bashing you financially’
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Strong economy key when having a go
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Sell house to pay off debt
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