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Ask an Advisor: Dominic Alafaci - Best way to invest for kids?

Season 7, Ep. 79

Dominic Alafaci is the founder of Collins House Private Wealth and is a financial advisor with more than 40 years experience in the industry. No one better to help answer some questions from the Equity Mates community.


We answer questions from Equity Mates Community Members Dylan, Jeremy, Brad, and Niall. Want more Equity Mates or to send a question? Click here


PS. Big announcement from us – we’ve written a new book! It’s coming out on 22 August and you can pre-order now from Amazon or Booktopia. Keep your ears out for events that’ll celebrate the launch, but we look forward to sharing it with you!


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