The Barefoot Investor, Revised and Updated Edition: The Only Money Guide You'll Ever Need Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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THE ALL-TIME NUMBER ONE AUSTRALIAN BEST SELLER

This is the only money guide you'll ever need.

That's a bold claim, given there are thousands of finance books on the shelves.

Yet there’s a reason this book is in one in every 20 Australian homes.

You’ll find out how to create an entire financial plan that is so simple you can sketch it on the back of a serviette...and you'll be able to manage your money in 10 minutes a week.

The Barefoot Steps stand the test of time. In this classic edition, you’ll get the skinny on:

Saving up a six-figure house deposit in 20 months
Doubling your income using the 'Trapeze Strategy'
Saving $77,641 on your mortgage and wiping out almost seven years of payments
Handing your kids (or grandkids) a $140,000 cheque on their 21st birthday
Why you don't need $1 million to retire...with the 'Donald Bradman Retirement Strategy'

Sound too good to be true? It's not.

This book is full of stories from everyday Aussies — single people, young families, empty nesters, retirees — who have applied the Barefoot Steps, freed themselves from crippling debt and achieved amazing, life-changing results.

And you're next.

Scott Pape is the Barefoot Investor.

Since 2002, he’s reached millions of Australians through his email newsletter, national weekend newspaper columns, appearances on TV and radio and his bestselling books, The Barefoot Investor (2016) and The Barefoot Investor for Families (2018).

He has worked with the heads of government, schools across the country, AFL and NRL teams, bushfire survivors, and some of the most vulnerable people in our community.

In 2020, Scott was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for ‘service to the community and to financial education’.

Scott gave up his financial services license in 2020 to become a volunteer financial counsellor.

He lives in country Victoria with his wife, Liz, and their four children on their family

farm and is often seen belting around in an old ute that doesn’t need to be locked.

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7 hours and 7 minutes
Author

Scott Pape
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Scott Pape
Audible release date

1 January 2017
Language

English
Publisher

Audible Studios
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B071G3N6VC
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Listening Length	7 hours and 7 minutes
Author	Scott Pape
Narrator	Scott Pape
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Audible.com.au Release Date	01 January 2017
Publisher	Audible Studios
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B071G3N6VC
Best Sellers Rank	49 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) 1 in Personal Finance (Audible Books & Originals) 3 in Business & Economics

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victor matthews

If You Want to Retire Wealthy - Don't Buy This Book

Reviewed in Australia on 22 May 2020

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If you want to work hard all your life until you reach retirement age, own your own home and retire with a small income to supplement the govt pension then this book offers a pathway to achieve mediocrity.

However if you want to retire youngish, and not rely on the govt, because you have enough wealth to support yourself and family in your latter years, then the advise given in this book will ensure you fail.

The author has a narrow and limited understanding of how money works, and lacks both the foresight and insight to advise on any asset classes other than his beloved stock market.

31 people found this helpful

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Timid approach to finance

Reviewed in Australia on 23 April 2019

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This book is over-hyped in Australia. I see it in prominent location in every book rack across major book stores. Maybe that's why I had high expectations. But the book is just a mom-dad common sense timid advise for living an average life. Good advise if you want to exist as an "average". Not good if you want to opt for a aggressive approach to life in which you may end up being broke or being really well.

38 people found this helpful

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For real: The only money book you need

Reviewed in Australia on 21 November 2017

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I never buy financial advice guides because I dont see the value in contributing to an already wealthy persons bank account. the Barefoot Invester is my one exception. I purchased this in January 2017 having returned from overseas 12mths earlier with no savings + multiple debts + my car as only assert. Its now November 2017 and I have saved a home deposit (admittedly not 20%) + $3,000 savings + $2000 buffer. Most of my savings and payments are now automatic and I know as a single woman on just below average wage I dont need to worry about bills.

I cant reccommend this book highly enough for anyone wanting practical and achievable advice.

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Buy this book! Life changing!

Reviewed in Australia on 5 August 2017

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This book is wonderful for Australian based readers who are unsure of what to do with their finances. It will ensure your financial freedom! Easy to follow steps and solid advice. It's embarrassing to admit but I've been in debt for almost 20 years and with this help after only 9 months I have paid it all off and I am now starting a small investment portfolio and I have the confidence to say that I will be able to save a house deposit in a couple of years (or less) plus i have no more fears about retiring in poverty. I really didn't think any of this was possible! It's such a great feeling! Stop reading this and start reading the book!

20 people found this helpful

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No Boring Budgets!

Reviewed in Australia on 7 August 2017

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So the beginning of this was a bit 'rah rah' motivational for me... with lots about the author's personal scenarios on his farm (there was a fire) and more to do with alpacas and planting trees. Once we got past the metaphorical though, this book got extremely useful, very practical, and it got there fast.
It nails down to scripts to empower you to talk with your bank manager, super-fund manager, insurance brokers etc; and what to look out for in terms of fees and costs on everyday bank accounts/credit cards etc etc. Beating the banker is a key aim, and who doesn't like the idea of that?
It's also got a nice touch of humour which made me giggle in parts.
My hubby was a fan of Scott Pape's newspaper column, though I've never read it. He tells me that used to have a nice line of humour in it too.
So it's a good read in terms of language and style, and it has some excellent information that I intend to follow. I don't think I'm chopping up my credit card as he advocates, but beyond that, the amount you need to retire comfortably, and how superannuation will get you there, was the biggest benefit to me. Oh - and the back of the book - stuff about legacy? That's a great reminder that you can't take the whole lot with you when you fall off your perch.
There's a lot in this book about less is more - and you don't need huge incomes to get started (who knew that people earning more than $70k/year are not necessarily happier than those earning less??), you do need to start saving/growing money now though, or as young as you can as the greatest lever for wealth creation is time. Oh, and there are no boring budgets in this book, although there are definite buckets for your money!
Thank you Scott Pape for sharing such insight and knowledge. I have a feeling it's going to become a bit of a Bible.
p.s. I bought this on Kindle sale... I think that speaks to my financial management ;)

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 February 2021

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The first chapter of the book is a harrowing account of animal suffering that is completely unnecessary to the book and haunts you though out.
Its supposed to make you 'gaurd your money but instead it just leaves you feeling theirs something not quite right with the guy for thinking it was OK.
Using barefoot implied an element of connection with animals and earth which resonated with me.
Instead there was a lack of empathy using such an upsetting analogy.

6 people found this helpful

runner

Absolute must-read for everyone

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 June 2018

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Everyone should read this. Written for an Australian audience (gives solution examples of Australian accounts and products), but sage advice for everyone. Should be a mandatory part of the school curriculum globally - how to manage your money & financial position throughout life. I am giving a copy to each of my family members for their birthday this year and my Aussie friends and I all rave about this book (and we’re highly educated). Great sound advice for everyone from all walks of life, whatever your financial starting point or background. Can not recommend highly enough. Scott Pape deserves an Order of Australia medal.

9 people found this helpful

M. Needham

Not just for Australians!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 February 2019

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This practical book is a great easy to follow guide no matter where you live. Although all the examples are Australian, most of the principles apply wherever you live. Setting up your key bank accounts and focusing on paying down debt is great, sensible advice that anyone can follow. Scot’s easy writing style and plain language make this a practical and easy read that will have a significant impact on your wealth and wellbeing.

2 people found this helpful

Jack Atherton

This book is second to none if you want to take control of your finances

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 June 2021

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Living in the UK I wasn't sure if the Auzzie principles written about in this book would translate to my situation. It does really well because it makes sure the rules and suggestions made are universal to anyone, anywhere, and from any background. Also, the rules and principles are written in a way that is fun and, most importantly, simple to understand. Would recommend this book to anyone who wants to be in control of their finances and achieve financial freedom for themselves and their family.

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Alice

I thought he was bluffing...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 December 2017

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...when he said this is the only finance book you’ll need

I’ve read a number of finance books that all lay out different variations of finance ‘dieting’ none of which last more than a few months but I feel like a fog has lifted reading this and whilst I have my short term work cut out for me I know I’m going to get in control once and for all. I can’t wait to feel free!

I never write reviews but I felt compelled to after reading this!

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