Articles & Questions
Every week I publish a fun new article on a money topic I think you’ll find interesting. I also answer a handful of reader questions. Subscribers to my newsletter get to see everything first — but you can browse some of my past articles & questions on this page.
My Best Articles
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The Worst Car Loan Ever?
Hi Scott,
My nephew borrowed $51,681 from ‘Infinity Finance’ for a car at 18.35% interest.
The Worst Question EVER
Hi Scott,
My adult son posed a hypothetical question the other day: what happens if someone dies and they have a huge gambling debt? Sadly this is the reality for many young men today.
My Drug Addict Little Sister Needs My Help
Scott,
I’m trying to help my 23-year-old sister get back on her feet after a drug problem that’s cost her her relationships, her apprenticeship, and her confidence.
The Desperate Mumma
Dear Scott,
As I write this my two-year-old is screaming in his cot and I’m in tears because we’re financially ruined by the rental market.
My Son is a Disaster
Scott,
My adult son is a financial disaster. He owes money to lenders I’ve never even heard of – Credit24, Fair Go, Pepper – and over the years I’ve paid off loans that weren’t mine just to keep him afloat.
The Working Poor
I'm a single mum of two very active teenagers. I earn a decent full-time wage but I am overwhelmed by debt. Right now, I only have $50 left in my account until the next payday. Their father doesn’t contribute.
Have a beer with me
Thank you so much for last week’s column about helping the pensioner with the insurance claim. I live in South Lismore and I’m still waiting for my insurance payout, and it is increasingly difficult to get any information from the insurance company.
After Midnight We’re Going to Let it All Hang Out
I have owned a small coffee shop for eight years, but since Covid started I just haven’t been able to catch up. I’ve been taking on credit cards to keep suppliers off my back, and also for wages.
You can taste the danger in the air
Right before a bushfire, you can taste the danger in the air.You can smell the smoke.You can often see the flames flickering way off in the distance.