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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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Squirreling away my nuts?
Hi Scott, What do you think of the new app ‘Acorns’? Apparently it’s a new smart way to invest without too much thought.
Super Sucks, I’m Outta Here!
Hi Scott, I have a pre-tax income of $64,000 a year, and my wife does not work. In December 2016 I will be able to withdraw $195,000 tax free from my AustralianSuper account.
Sisters Are Doing it For Themselves
Hi Scott, I’m a 37-year-old married women with two kids. My husband works at one of the major banks and looks after all things financial.
Bouncing Back from Bankruptcy
Hi Scott,I’m 42 years old old and I feel I have one shot left. I'm just three months away from my bankruptcy being removed from my credit file -- a failed relationship, and a failed business, behind me.
I’m probably going to die (soon).
Hi Barefoot, I’m facing a dilemma: whether to retire now or to keep grinding. I am 66 and my husband is 68 -- he retired some years ago -- and we have about $1 million in superannuation.
So, we have $160,000 of Credit Card Debt
Hi Scott, Love reading your column each week, and this has taken me way too long to write to you. My husband and I earn $147,000 between us and have got into serious debt over the years through bad business decisions and other reasons.
Your Stuff is Just Common Sense!
Dear Mr Barefoot, Your stuff is just plain common sense. How stupid do you think we are?
Are We Going to Be Okay?
Hi Scott, I am feeling a bit overwhelmed. My partner and I are both 30 and have a combined income of $140k.
Time to Go to MyBudget?
Hey Scott, My wife and I are in a bit of a financial mess that we can’t seem to get on top of. With a $300k mortgage, a $15k car loan and $10k in credit card debt, I can’t see how we’ll ever get on top.
Dealing with the Ultimate Risk
Hi Scott, I am 63 and not presently working. About two years ago I inherited some money.
What's Mine is Mine
Hi Scott, My partner and I are building a house, my first and his second. He made a $100,000 profit from his first house.