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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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  • Kanjus on 16/03/2023 - 17:01
    +2

    When is the 2023 book dropping? Worth waiting for?

    • avoidfullprice on 16/03/2023 - 19:43

      After the budget has passed both houses

  • Drpepper666 on 16/03/2023 - 17:01
    +17

    Best book for pillow advice 10/10

    • scratchy on 16/03/2023 - 17:05
      +1

      Best enjoyed via Audiobook to get the full enthusiasm for pillows.

  • Spacexyz on 16/03/2023 - 17:01
    +40

    The author invests in updating the book every year to get more profit in his lifetime, and that is truly genius.

    • Slo20 on 16/03/2023 - 17:21
      +12

      Don’t forget the different versions within that year. Barefoot investor, kids version, families version and so on

      • saintpat on 16/03/2023 - 18:10
        +5

        And the updates only amount to "this has now changed, do you own research!".

        Good book though.

        • 811b11e8 on 16/03/2023 - 20:34
          +4

          Well he does recommend you borrow it from a library or do a trial on Amazon to get the audio version lol.

  • XxBargainHuntaxX on 16/03/2023 - 17:01
    +10

    Bit of an oxymoron seeing this on ozbargain

    • Wonderfool on 16/03/2023 - 19:57
      +10

      I don't really think so? It makes sense to me that financially conscious people spend money to learn to be better financially conscious. If we constantly post about banks with highest interest rate in this site, this book fits right in.

    • dmbminaret on 17/03/2023 - 11:50
      +4

      I once heard a quote:
      Being tight is not wanting to pay for anyone's dinner. Being frugal is wanting to pay for everyone's dinner at a restaurant you can afford.

  • scratchy on 16/03/2023 - 17:03
    +42

    Still the go to book for the majority of Australians wanting to take control of their finances. A great first book to read in this space and I've recommended it to a bunch of people. Very easy reading. Books to continue with after that (and also Australian) 1 Motivated Money - Peter Thornhill, 2 Money School- Lacey Filipich, 3 The Joyful Frugalista (for something a bit different).

    • Leeeroy on 16/03/2023 - 17:50
      +1

      Noted thanks!

    • CryptoReaper on 16/03/2023 - 18:04
      +1

      Motivated Money - highly recommended read.

      • duchy on 17/03/2023 - 10:49
        +2

        I thought MM wasn't all that great.

        LICs are an obsolete product (compared to ETFs). Also - Peter Thornhill was able to invest in shares thanks to property (his house in England which has grown in value). He hates property wholeheartedly.

        I would suggest Investopoly as a much better book for follow-up.

    • FiDad on 17/03/2023 - 15:46

      another recommendation from me would be Pyscology of money.

  • sfac on 16/03/2023 - 17:06
    +5

    Just wondering how much he makes from selling this book than making profits from investments.

    Does he advice you to write a similar book to compete with him?

    • Aureus on 16/03/2023 - 19:08
      +27

      He isn't one of those scummy guys selling unrealistic dreams of easily becoming a multi-millionaire, with little actual real world advice. He is just teaching basic financial literacy that could actually help people.

      No doubt he has made most of his money selling books, but I don't see a problem in that.

    • AN Other on 17/03/2023 - 09:45
      +8

      That's not the tone of this book at all. There is nothing in this book which isn't a common sense approach to managing your money. There are no "get rich quick tips" and no "you too can be rich like me" Ponzi schemes.

      All he's saying (in a nutshell) is build up some savings, pay more in to your super and don't waste money on junk you don't need. Not sure how you could object to that.

      • surg3on on 17/03/2023 - 12:21
        +3

        but I like my junk. Oh self emptying roomba, Never leave me.

    • scratchy on 17/03/2023 - 12:21
      +1

      No. Just sound practical advice. No Ponzi, Pyramid, Multi Level stuff at all. There are American authors doing the same things and there is some repetition in this space as the concepts are simple but it is an easy read about something that can be complex so extra points for being able to pull that off. David Koch "Kochie" similarly is an effective communicator and has similar books.

  • DaTa on 16/03/2023 - 17:11
    +1

    Is it a better move to buy the kindle version so you always get the updated version?

    • life is suffering on 16/03/2023 - 17:45
      +1

      Good question. I assume you dont

      • scratchy on 17/03/2023 - 12:22

        each new addition has a new ISBM number so I suspect not.

  • scratchy on 16/03/2023 - 17:13
    +21

    Because he brings out a new version regularly and because he's popular your local library would have several copies (including Audiobooks and ebook). 99% of the info would be the same so if you're on the fence just grab an older version from your library.

    • WwDesi on 16/03/2023 - 17:33
      +4

      That’s what I do get it from my local library

  • RocketSwitch on 16/03/2023 - 17:34
    +6

    Good book for the basics

    • 811b11e8 on 16/03/2023 - 20:38
      +10

      If you read the book you would know why.

      His goal isn't to make billions infact he has given up quite profitable subscription businesses so he can help others as a financial counsellor.

        • 811b11e8 on 16/03/2023 - 21:02
          +6

          Read the book it should take you about an hour well it might take you personally a bit longer.

          The guy isn't trying to make billions his trying to make money yes but his genuinely trying to help people.

    • rowanb1 on 18/03/2023 - 16:14
      +3

      the book really isn't about making money, it's about getting the basics right first and living within your means.

    • Leeeroy on 16/03/2023 - 17:51
      +1

      You saying he's poor and doesn't invest money? Statements need proof

    • DiscountForThee on 16/03/2023 - 18:01
      +32

      AFAIK the book isn't a guide to investment, more of a "here is a clear and structured method to stop SUCKING with money". The book does so well because so many people clearly do suck with money and it provides tons of help with that

    • MakkhiChoos on 16/03/2023 - 18:09
      +2

      Have you read the book?

      • ssfps on 16/03/2023 - 20:46
        +1

        I haven't, but excuse those of us that think it's about investment, considering "investment" is half the title.

        • avoidfullprice on 17/03/2023 - 01:19

          Buffalo wings arent from a buffalo, considering half the words…

    • Azro on 16/03/2023 - 18:11
      +6

      It’s not about investing. Mostly it’s about “stop for a moment and think what you do with your money”. And most people don’t think about money, money controls them while people think that they control their money.

  • TheCunningLinguist on 16/03/2023 - 17:42
    -5

    Stonk investing book for smooth brains

    • cashews on 16/03/2023 - 22:27
      +6

      Lots of clueless people commenting on this deal.

  • Royale with cheese on 16/03/2023 - 17:44
    +1

    With the current financial situation and banks going under, not sure if the investment is as easy as Mr Pepe make it sound like. Good read to learn basics though

    • 811b11e8 on 16/03/2023 - 20:39

      Australian banks are not going under they have some of the highest regulation in the world.

      • Royale with cheese on 16/03/2023 - 23:52
        +1

        Market is fluctuating a lot and we cant ignore whats happening in the rest of the world. Lets hope we can avoid the R word

        • surg3on on 17/03/2023 - 12:22

          R word probably going to happen but the banks themselves are solid.

    • TheJoker on 17/03/2023 - 08:08
      +1

      Don't let the headlines fool you. Now is a great time to invest imo

    • AN Other on 17/03/2023 - 09:55

      Well firstly, Australian banking is highly regulated, and your savings are guaranteed by the government up to $250K per account. So unless you think the RBA is going bust (technically impossible as a lender of last resort) then your savings are 100% secure.

      As for investments, this book quite clearly suggests not to invest in individual stocks but rather indexed funds (i.e. you are betting on the performance of the stock market itself not any one company). So again, although in the short and medium term markets do go down as well as up, over the long term it's a safe investment.

      And finally, to paraphrase Warren Buffet, the time to invest is when the economy is doing badly. An investment should be something you hold for many years, so the cheaper you can buy it the more profit you'll ultimately make.

      • Royale with cheese on 17/03/2023 - 16:21

        Every ozbargainer has more than $250k in bank accounts through all the savings here

  • Lord Fart Bucket on 16/03/2023 - 17:47
    +9

    Waiting for the barefoot crypto investor.

    Oh @rektrading, where art thou?

  • Leeeroy on 16/03/2023 - 17:49
    +1

    Everyone on ozbargain (and possibly Australia) needs to read this

    • MakkhiChoos on 16/03/2023 - 18:09
      +1

      It’s a good read for effective basics. It’s also free at libraries.

    • Griffindinho on 16/03/2023 - 19:44

      Nah, it's basic online research. Which can be found for free online on finance websites or subs on Reddit.

      • 811b11e8 on 16/03/2023 - 20:43
        +4

        This is better then most of them because it structures the information and puts a timeline on it similar to a course. It also does it in a fairly entertaining writing style and the author is very relatable to most Aussies. There is a reason the book has done so well.

        Also lots of shit advice on Reddit's, and finance is one of those things where consistent average advice is better then brilliant advice with a bit of shit advice.

        • Griffindinho on 17/03/2023 - 00:30

          There's better guides on online for free. Best savings accounts, what ETfs to invest into etc.

          • AN Other on 17/03/2023 - 09:57
            +2

            @Griffindinho: But you miss the point. The Barefoot Investor is a book for people who don't go online reading articles about which EFTs are best (ie. 99% of the population).

  • Wizard on 16/03/2023 - 18:02
    +5

    I'll save you $9.47.

    Spend less then you earn.

    • garetz on 16/03/2023 - 18:14
      +12

      You are pretty much explaining the purpose of libraries in general, same goes for most books are available in libraries.

    • Kanjus on 16/03/2023 - 18:16
      +4

      You could say that about pretty much any book

    • xers on 16/03/2023 - 18:24
      +1

      What a ridiculous reason to downvote

    • Chicken Kyiv on 16/03/2023 - 18:33
      +2

      some library books even have free 8 year old gum inside

    • Chickenleg on 16/03/2023 - 18:37
      +1

      What a bizarre neg

  • TheFIREnanceGuy on 16/03/2023 - 18:21
    -2

    FYI only for undisciplined noobs who don't know how to save. Not particularly useful if you're already saving money and investing it

    • GregRust on 16/03/2023 - 18:27
      +10

      This book isn't intended for those people, nor is it marketed as such.

      • TheFIREnanceGuy on 16/03/2023 - 22:19

        It's not, but how it's presented is. When you already have a house in Brighton with over $2m invested you don't need it;)

        • zoner on 16/03/2023 - 23:54

          I wish I noticed your comment before

    • 811b11e8 on 16/03/2023 - 20:55
      +4

      The book is good for anyone, it's like a checklist of personal finance. You can read the book very quickly it's simply written. I reread it every couple of years encourages me to do the basic financial health check stuff like check utilities are still competitive, check insurance is still competitive, get the bank to knock off a bit interest of the mortgage etc.

      There is a reason even in advanced medicine with doctors with 8 years of education still use a basic flow chart or check list when performing.

      I literally copy and paste a page of it and email it to my bank every year and they knock a bit off my interest rate. However after doing this for a few years the amount they knock off is getting smaller every time 🤣

      • TheFIREnanceGuy on 16/03/2023 - 22:23
        -1

        My broker does it for me every few months. If you did the first level maths in year 11 or 12 you shouldn't need this book. Pape teaches noobs how to be average, not well off

        • greatlamp on 17/03/2023 - 07:43

          I think you overestimate the average person. A large proportion of people are carrying credit card debt for example

  • Frozensage on 16/03/2023 - 18:22
    +5

    It’s more like a beginner guide to personal finance. I wouldn’t really call this an investment book and a lot of it is just common sense.

    • Griffindinho on 16/03/2023 - 19:45
      +6

      Common sense is not so common after all..

    • Whomastadon on 16/03/2023 - 21:56
      +2

      Do things now to reap the rewards later.

      Sounds like investment to me.

  • GregRust on 16/03/2023 - 18:25
    +1

    Easy to read, clear explanations. Good basic guide to learn how to stop being bad with your money.

    Not sure about buying the revised version every year, but I'm also not sure you're meant to.

  • Korban Dallas on 16/03/2023 - 18:50
    +6

    I've read a bit of it. There were no real takeaways and nothing really I don't know about.

    He needs to have an advanced version. Or like a volume 2.

    I guess it is amazing for people who don't know how to invest or save.

    • Frozensage on 16/03/2023 - 23:54
      +1

      you could probably get most of the same info free on youtube or just reading in the forums.

  • NeggerOfDeals on 16/03/2023 - 18:54
    +1

    Just gonna wait for the movie.

  • ilove on 16/03/2023 - 18:58

    He tells you to invest in shares like Bunnings?

  • unfinishedsentenc on 16/03/2023 - 19:06

    If you want to manage your finances better, you wouldn’t waste your money on this book.

  • sob baget on 16/03/2023 - 19:08
    +1

    Personally I recommend finding yourself written into the will of a wealthy but recently deceased relative and saving yourself $9.47, but to each their own.

  • Shane034 on 16/03/2023 - 19:15
    +1

    For total tightwads like myself, it should still be possible to do a free trial on audible and get a free audio book version of this.

    • smartProverble on 16/03/2023 - 20:49
      +1

      I wonder how different it would be… I have the 2019 one I think…

      The advice seems to be very general (and good!)

      • Shane034 on 16/03/2023 - 23:42
        +1

        I think they're all very similar. I flicked through the latest version. He updates some of the commentary but it's still practically the same book.

  • syousef on 16/03/2023 - 19:52
    +1

    I thought the best way to save money was to gamble, buy lots of takeout and go to restaurants. Who'd have thought being frugal, saving and investing were the key!?!? Thank you stinkyfooted investor!!!

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