‘My mother is sending money to a young lover’
When your mother is in debt and nearly homeless after sending large amounts of money to an overseas holiday fling, what should you do? Barefoot has some advice.
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Hot advice: Danger of online product reviews
Want a good electric blanket or other household item? Scott Pape says in an age of fake reviews, there’s one key place to check.
Barefoot says diamonds are a rough decision for today’s buyers
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape says diamond rings are decades-long marketing con job, as much cheaper lab-grown stones emerge.
The common smartphone app that’s ripping you off
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape says consumers are being overcharged by technology when they pay for things.
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Political win: Barefoot reveals greatest secret in finance
Scott Pape has had a political win with Premier Dom Perrottet pledging to double the number of financial counsellors in NSW and the Opposition agreeing to “think” about the proposal.
‘Bloody oath!’ They’ll never stop coming after your super
Retirees with more than $3m in super will be absolutely fine but Scott Pape worries about how tough the future will be for all those ‘ordinary Australians’ with little nest eggs.
Barefoot’s steps to help a terrified mum
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape rolled up his sleeves to help an Aussie mum struggling with a life-threatening shock.
*&*# you, Barefoot: Anger grows as rate crisis looms
If you don’t own at least 20 per cent of your home, Scott Pape says you’re effectively trapped, as it’s highly unlikely another lender will offer you a better rate than your current bank.
Don’t just blame the RBA for your mortgage woes
As taxpayers we should hold our highly paid officials like RBA governor Phil Lowe accountable but Scott Pape says homeowners who borrowed too much should also bear some of the blame.
‘Arse-covering’ RBA could trigger further 10pc house price slump
Scott Pape talks to one of Australia’s top money managers who predicts we’re in for more pain as the RBA hikes rates three more time and property prices potentially slump another 10 per cent.
Scott Pape’s advice on using super to pay the dentist
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape drills down on a reader’s question asking about accessing superannuation to cover dental costs.
How kids can bag a Barefoot Bargain!
Scott Pape says children who shop and spend wisely can save more than just money. The final instalment in the Barefoot Kids summer challenge series shows you how.
Be brave, make money and become a Barefoot Boss
If you want to become a boss like Ava, who made $700 in two months selling flowers at her roadside stall, you can – just follow the steps in the Barefoot Kids summer challenge series.
Splurge, save, give: What kids should do with their first pay
You’ve earned your first stash of cash and now it’s time to divide it into three money buckets as we enter week two of Scott Pape’s Barefoot Kids summer challenge series.
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