Pays to be a financial wolf and not a stock market sheep
It can pay to look past the ‘herd mentality’ that grips markets and make your own judgments, even if it makes you look stupid at the time.
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Invest in your life, not just your bank account
Most of the things society has us chasing won’t mean a thing when we die. One of the world’s greatest investors has revealed the secret to obtaining real wealth.
This policy doesn’t have me dancing on the table
Josh Frydenberg has done a good job with the Federal Budget but he’s created a policy that will lead many into financial insecurity, writes Scott Pape.
The best gift you could ever give your mum
Many people see Barefoot as being about money-grubbing finance, but at its core it’s about how to look after those we love. Here’s the best thing you could do for your mum.
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Getting lost and finding way out
THIS is the story of three people who found themselves in deep trouble but took control of their situation and changed it. Barefoot Investor reveals three uplifting tales for our troubled times.
Debts rule out early house hunt
THERE’S no point thinking about getting into the housing market if you are saddled with debt. Fix that first and build your savings, writes Barefoot Investor.
Hey, big spender, watch out!
WHEN a saver ponders a serious relationship with a spender, she needs to set some ground rules about him getting debt free for starters, writes Barefoot Investor.
The price you’ll pay for indulging your teen
A BELOW-average grade in money management colours your entire life so start testing your teenagers now, writes Barefoot Investor.
Love can lead to a dumb call
JUST because love is all around you, don’t jump into joint finances too quickly. Take your time to see how the partnership develops, writes Barefoot Investor.
Revenge is coming for first home buyers
THERE are 15,000 new Melbourne apartments due to settle before June 30. Many won’t. Tick. Tick. Tick. That’s the sound of the inner-city apartment market, writes Barefoot Investor.
No drama that can’t be sorted
A WIFE’S insolvency issue has stalled an expansion loan for a business but she should dial down the drama as it can be sorted, writes Barefoot Investor.
Will first home buyers get a foot in the door?
FIRST home buyers will soon be able to divert extra money into their super and then draw it out to buy a house. Is this a good thing? Barefoot Investor investigates.
Stay calm about debt hex
IF you have a HECS debt don’t rush to pay it off. It’s the cheapest loan you’ll ever get and it’ll come out of your salary, writes Barefoot Investor.
How an old gardener achieved real wealth
A CHAT with garden guru Peter Cundall was one of the most thought-provoking of Barefoot Investor’s life. What can an old gardener teach about achieving real wealth? Read on.
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