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THE ALL-TIME #1 AUSTRALIAN BESTSELLER

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 ome using the ‘Trapeze Strategy’
Saving $77641 on your mortgage and wiping out almost 7 years of payments
Handing your kids (or grandkids) a $140000 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.

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SCOTT PAPE is the Barefoot Investor. Since 2002, he has reached millions of Australians through his email newsletter, national weekend newspaper columns and appearances on TV and radio. In 2014 Scott and his family lost everything in a bushfire?but what they did next?that?s the real story.

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THE ALL-TIME #1 AUSTRALIAN BESTSELLER

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 $77641 on your mortgage and wiping out almost 7 years of payments
Handing your kids (or grandkids) a $140000 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.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley; Classic edition (7 April 2022)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 073039753X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0730397533
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 17.78 x 1.78 x 23.37 cm

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Sparkle.22

Fun to read and very educational

Reviewed in Australia on 6 May 2024

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This book has really helped me take control of my finances and given me confidence to plan for a better future. It is so easy and fun to read.

Reviewed in Australia on 10 March 2024

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So very educational and easy to read

Reviewed in Australia on 17 January 2024

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I have borrowed this book several times from my library… & thought now I’m gonna buy a copy… this is a fantastic & easy book to read, it gives great advice on all levels of finance…
Well worth reading…
And yes you can read this book barefoot 😆

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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Naomi Thomas

Fantastic General Advice

Reviewed in Australia on 25 March 2019

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People get particularly fanatical about this book so naturally I had to see what the fuss was about.
I'm in no way financially educated or well off but I do have good money sense so I was already doing similar steps to the ones in this book. I would say it's a must read, mostly for the shift in perspective. The book is an easy, down to earth read with very little jargon and good explanation. The visuals are great and simplify the process that's being explained.
I will say that some parts of the book would be more helpful in other chunks of the process, example, I'd rather have 3 months of expenses in my 'mojo' account BEFORE I tackle a house deposit savings. And I'd like to see the tips for picking a mortgage in the section about buying a house rather than the paying it all off section.

So I definitely suggest reading the entire book before making any changes to your life.
This is also general advice. You don't need to follow every step exactly as stated. For example, if you use and utilise your health insurance and are happy with it, you don't need to change it just because the steps tell you to. Do what's best for you and these steps will really set you on a great path.

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JENNIFER BRADY

Easy to read

Reviewed in Australia on 14 January 2024

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Great book.
Unlike most financial books, this is easy to read and follow. Great suggestions and step by step instructions on how to take control of your finances and improve your finances.

Reviewed in Australia on 1 June 2024

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Great book, easy to read

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Rennie Schmid

Excellent and Compulsory Reading for all people wanting to take control of their finances.

Reviewed in Australia on 16 October 2022

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This book is easy to read and offers important practical guidance to help people take charge of their finances. Reading and applying the insights from this book will help you control your saving, spending, and implement a plan to write off debt. It validated our past financial planning and is providing a structured approach towards managing our money during retirement. When you understand the principles, you can adapt them to your situation. The Barefoot Investor is not a substitute for engaging a financial planner, but it does prepare you to seek financial advice with a good foundation of manage management in place. Read this book to take the ownership of your money from the banks and financial institutions and to empower yourself to charge of your financial future

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Laura

I Recommend This Book All the Time

Reviewed in Canada on 14 June 2023

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Great Financial Handbook. Doesn't just advise on what to do, but walks you through HOW to do it. Great for people who are combining finances.

Nathan Miranda

Great book. Everybody should ready it.

Reviewed in Brazil on 29 December 2020

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Scott writes the book from his heart giving valuable advice. Very import read for anyone who needs to take control of its finance. Totally recommend this book.

Chambers Greg

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 August 2022

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This is a solid book with practical everyday advice for those looking to get into saving and planning for the future financially.
The system in the book is no frills but gives a clear structure with reasons why. Once the steps are implemented then things can run automatically. Unlike other authors in this space, the book is not there to sell a course or a program - good honest help

Benedicte suzuki

Un livre a absolument s'acheter

Reviewed in France on 18 May 2021

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J'ai entendu parler de Scott Pape par un podcast appelé "Mme Fauchée", elle en faisait un résumé et je l'ai trouvé tellement intéressant que j'ai acheté l'audio (impossible d'avoir le livre en France).
Bien que Scott Pape soit australien et que certaines de ses idées soient pour le système australien, il est un génie quand aux idées de bien gérer son argent! Je regrette n'avoir pas eu son livre plus tôt

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Vladimir C.

very interesting

Reviewed in Italy on 23 March 2020

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a very interesting book to read

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