Moving into adulthood by leaving home
You’re not living until you’ve had at least one stint in a share house — it’s the ultimate rite of passage. And for the unwary, Barefoot Investor has some sage advice.
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It’s free now but you’ll pay for it later
The finance industry has trained customers to expect advice to be “free”, but that’s the most expensive way to get it. Still, most Aussies would rather have it for “free”, no matter how much it costs them in the long run, writes the Barefoot Investor.
Getting to grips with school costs
There’s nothing scarier for parents than the thought of not being able to afford a good education, so those with kids in preschool or primary school should start getting serious about their savings, writes the Barefoot Investor.
To prevent financial ruin, cut up your credit card
This exclusive edited extract is No. 6 from The Barefoot Investor for Families: Your kids must promise to never, ever get a credit card. And the best way to help them avoid ruining their financial futures is to cut up your own, writes the Barefoot Investor.
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Set super goal and start saving
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Financial impact of divorce
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