‘Lock and alert’: How Australia can thwart evil scammers
Scott Pape wants the federal government to muster some political ticker and adopt this clever plan to stop scammers getting hold of our personal records. And it won’t cost us a cent.
Scott Pape wants the federal government to muster some political ticker and adopt this clever plan to stop scammers getting hold of our personal records. And it won’t cost us a cent.
A new book by the Barefoot Investor mixes inspirational stories of children’s financial successes with practical money tips.
Insurance questions are flowing to Barefoot Investor Scott Pape ahead of his book launch that focuses far beyond the big cities.
These are entrepreneurs with a difference – they are all under 15 and their thriving businesses all have Scott Pape’s tick of approval. See how they did it.
Scott Pape says accepting financial tips from Facebook and family members is dangerous for your future wealth. Heres’s why.
Scott Pape likes higher interest rates, which may put him at odds with most other financial commentators. This is Barefoot’s advice on how to get the best deal for your savings.
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape has offered a lifeline to Aussies worrying about kids and money – and a golden rule that every parent should follow in these tough times.
Scott Pape’s new book Barefoot Kids is about putting life-changing lessons directly into the hands of children everywhere. Read what inspired him to write it.
Australians are officially the richest people on the planet but Barefoot warns that house prices could eventually give up the 30 per cent gains they made during the Covid period.
Scott Pape says there is a fast, easy and free way to stop scammers running up credit in your name. Here’s what the Barefoot Investor recommends you can do.
Scott Pape reveals how he has perfected the work from home routine, and how a letter from a single mum has led him to warn Aussies of a scam robbing them blind.
Scott Pape says a new Kim Kardashian investment product may not deliver the bounty that people want.
There is a simple and elegant solution to help super fund members survive stock market crashes, says Scott Pape.
If you’re choosing a builder for your home you should be worried about them going bust, says Scott Pape. But there are some practical steps you can take to significantly reduce the risk.
Before you have kids, there’s one practical discussion you and your partner should have about money. It’s a big red flag if they refuse, says Scott Pape.
Barefoot Investor has invested in a robot mower which has given him awesome bowling green-like lawns and more time to spend with his kids.
The cost of living crisis is causing huge stress for many Australians so here’s what Scott Pape suggests you should do to relieve the financial pressure.
The dream of owning your first home is a lot like parenting a newborn, says Scott Pape – the thrill rubs off disturbingly quickly and then the reality of the responsibility sets in.
Scott Pape wants to create a ruckus after Kenyan-based internet scammers stole an Australian family’s entire house deposit and their bank is refusing to reimburse them.
As long as you own your own home, Scott Pape says you can live a meaningful, purposeful, retirement with much less money than you’ve probably been led to believe.
For years we’ve been told that we’ll need half a million dollars to retire comfortably but Scott Pape says research shows it’s actually much less than that. Find out how much.
If you are freaking out about the market meltdown, Barefoot Investor feels your pain. Here’s how to deal with it.
The Reserve Bank ‘shocked the market’ with its biggest hike in 22 years but interest rates, compared to the 1990s, are still incredibly low.
The term ‘ethical’ is about as loose as an over-28s nightclub, so you need to dig in and see what your super fund is actually investing in, says Scott Pape.
Are you financially flabby or fit? Check out how much super the average Australian your age has and how you can follow the Barefoot Steps to get yourself and your future in better shape.
Thanks to Barefoot Investor’s advice John and Suzie were able to get a home loan rate cut from their bank and a $2000 reward for being a loyal customer. See how they did it.
Bad stuff happens if you haven’t prepared for it so follow the Barefoot Steps and focus on what you can control.
A mum-to-be who needs to find $2200 in seven days to avoid eviction represents the dark side of the housing crisis but Barefoot says there are long-term solutions political leaders could explore.
With interest rates on the rise things are looking a bit gloomy but you can sleep easier at night if you follow Barefoot Investor’s top ten tips to stress less.
Scott Pape talks to one of the world’s top fund managers whose investment performance shows that the less you pay in fees, the more you get — and the less you do, the better your returns.
Scott Pape says most good finance shows involve greed and stupidity and if you have the control of the TV remote, he has some top tips.
I don’t need your vote, so I’ll tell it to you straight: avoid the government’s Home Guarantee Scheme. This is why, explains Barefoot Investor Scott Pape.
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape is not happy about one common household expense, and reveals how Aussies can ease the money pain.
Barefoot is scouting for inspiring youngsters to feature in his upcoming book for kids and he may not have to look far with his own sons pitching him a creative business idea.
Scott Pape was recently scammed by a bloke. But here’s why he was a sitting duck and how you can learn from his experience.
Insurance costing $28,000 a year in flood-ravaged Lismore shows just how the system has failed the most vulnerable people in our communities, says Scott Pape.
If you don’t get at least a five per cent pay rise this year, you’ll be going backwards. So here are the Barefoot Investor’s tips on what you should do.
They may sound like a way to finally get your dream home but Scott Pape says rent-to-buy deals often only lead to heartbreak. Here’s what you should know before you sign up.
Mark Zuckerberg, the boy wonder billionaire, is losing for the very first time in his career but don’t get sucked into his ‘virtual reality’ vision.
Scott Pape has 500,000 Facebook followers but says social media influencers and celebrities create “out of whack” expectations of wealth.
It’s been a scary time on financial markets and Barefoot has some sage advice for a woman whose husband lost big on crypto.
Books on financial speculation, the private thoughts of the wisest Roman emperor in history and the best way to change your habits are in Scott Pape’s Santa sack this year.
Food prices have surged a staggering 30 per cent this year and are likely to shoot even higher in 2022. Here’s what you can do to beat the price rise.
Scott Pape prays for his crypto critics, telling them any investment that offers a 17 per cent yield is a red flag that they are taking on an increased risk.
There are 7773 cryptocurrencies in the world and Barefoot Investor Scott Pape says the vast majority will end up being worth digital diddly squat.
Barefoot Investor Scott Pape has returned from a massive road trip around Australia — which gave him the best investment he’s ever made in his life.
Saving money can be one of the toughest things to do — and it may not always bring you happiness. It’s what you do with it that counts.
It’s natural to want to help your children with money but think twice before you dip into your own pockets to help them buy their first home.
As the housing market gets more depressing, Aussies are falling in love with stocks. Learn to lose your stock market virginity — and not regret it.
Scott Pape isn’t sorry he pointed Australians to an ATO tool that could help them. Now he’s found a new way to help build on retirement savings.
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