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

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

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5.0 out of 5 starsFor real: The only money book you need
Reviewed in Australia on 21 November 2017
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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victor matthews
1.0 out of 5 starsIf You Want to Retire Wealthy - Don't Buy This Book
Reviewed in Australia on 22 May 2020
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.
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Ross Spokes
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Book you will ever read on Financial Control
Reviewed in Australia on 18 August 2017
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I was told by two or more people to read The Barefoot Investor.
I thought what is all the hype about. I don't have any money to invest and I thought that the book was targeted at younger people than me. I am 62 going on 63 years of age. How wrong was I.
I had in place some of his suggestions already, but oh my did I learn a lot.
Still plenty of work for me to do, and I have already followed Scotts suggestions to place me in a better financial situation.
His method is so easy to follow.
He should be crowned Australian of the year.
I will now reread the book to ensure I have things in place and make sure I understand everything Scott recommends.
You really need to read this book, and spread the word.
Thanks Scott.
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Irene Atkins
4.0 out of 5 stars Would've like the updated versions free
Reviewed in Australia on 9 March 2020
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I think this is a great and simple read. I am now on a path to a far more secure future. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant, thanks SCott. I'm disappointed however, that Kindle don't provide the updated veriosn free of charge. I bought the 2018 version assuming its "the only money guide i'll ever need". Since then it has been updated; i'd assumed buying the Kindle version, this update would be provided free of charge, but that doesn't seem to be the case. The update leaves me wondering what needed updating and subsequently what important information i'm missing out on. Maybe this should be titled "the only money guide you'll ever need until it's updated, then maybe get that one too just so you're up to date!"
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5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommend
Reviewed in Australia on 12 October 2018
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I can't recommend this book enough, I just downloaded and read it and now I'm a fully fledged "cult member ". I have the ing bank accounts/closed my big bank/big fees accounts, swapped my super to a low fee one and have actual knowledge about what I'm being charged for in fees in my super fund. I have been quietly panicking about money since becoming a home owner this year and reading this made me feel confident and like I can be in control of my finances rather than them controlling me. This book has so many practical, common sense things you can do to get on top of debt, build your savings and gain financial freedom. It's also the first time I've ever understood anything to do with superannuation or even been able to think about retirement without dread. I always just assumed I'd not have enough super to live with any kind of comfort but now I feel like it's actually possible to retire comfortably on an average wage. Read this book, then get your friends and family on to it too!
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Bridgette
5.0 out of 5 stars The most worthwhile read ever.
Reviewed in Australia on 21 September 2017
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Do yourself a favour and read this book. Even if you think you're already good with money... read it anyway. Give it a go, you're gaurenteed to get at least 1 beneficial bit of advice from it. And it's an extremely interesting and easy read! You won't be able to put it down!
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Cassandra
5.0 out of 5 stars Easiest guide I've ever read and understood
Reviewed in Australia on 6 December 2017
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Simple, Smart and so so so easy to understand, everything explained so simply its really like wow I can't believe it's that simple. This book honestly should be on the list for all high school students, I wish I had ready this 15 yrs ago!
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Tu Sen
5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and Actionable Steps to Manage Our Money
Reviewed in Australia on 24 February 2021
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The Best Personal Finance and Investor Book ever: easy to read and follow, great sample, it is really as it's name BAREFOOT the testimonial and sample in this book is coming from ordinary people, is not showing the big guy like other books e.g: get 1 million in xxx days, etc. Scott's simple steps will make most of us reach our financial goals. Thank you Scott..
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best book I've ever read
Reviewed in Australia on 23 April 2019
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I read this book in a day. I could not put it down.
Scott advises what to do with your money in the most user friendly, easy to understand terms.
He breaks everything down into bite size, manageable chunks and is very generous and clear with his information.
He writes with so much humour and compassion and is so completely relatable that it's like having a conversation with a mate.
Best of all, he has given me hope that I can still have a comfortable retirement.
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Ivor Davies
5.0 out of 5 stars Best in class by a country mile
Reviewed in Australia on 12 May 2018
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I’m 71, financially set after many a struggle Then this book came along! It’s the best book I’ve ever read that deals with money and life. I started to change things the day I open the book.
Family, friends, colleagues, and associated have all been gifted this book. It’s my reference and ‘go to’ book that informs my money conversations.
Already I’m seeing the light turn on and financial freedoms underway around me.
Thank you
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Anjelina
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you
Reviewed in Australia on 6 February 2019
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Thank you so much for this book, this is the best step by step money guide anyone ever need, It’s easy to read and understand with the steps by steps, and easy to follow. I love the date nights and follow it religiously, this book has helped me a lot around money, I can’t thank you enough I’ve even bought new pillows, thank you so much Scott.
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Kimberley Cartledge
5.0 out of 5 stars The best information I ever read
Reviewed in Australia on 6 June 2018
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The best information I ever read. Communication to us normal Elle is excellent and I am following his suggestions and I have pasted on the books to the family.
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