Helen Baker is a licensed Australian financial adviser and author of the new book, Money For Life: How to build financial security from firm foundations (Major Street Publishing $32.99). Helen is among the 1% of financial planners who hold a master's degree in the field. Proceeds from book sales are donated to charities supporting disadvantaged women and children. Connect with Helen Baker on LinkedIn.
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