Master Your Money in 2025

Real-world budgeting skills that actually work. No fluff, no complex theories — just practical strategies you'll use every day.

What's Coming Up

We're launching three comprehensive programs in 2025, each designed for different experience levels. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to refine your approach, there's something here that'll click.

  • March 2025
    Budget Foundations — Six weeks covering the essentials. Perfect if you've never had a budget that actually stuck.
  • June 2025
    Advanced Planning — Eight weeks diving deeper into saving strategies, debt management, and goal setting.
  • September 2025
    Long-term Wealth — Ten weeks covering investment basics, property planning, and retirement preparation.
Students working together on budgeting exercises in a bright, modern classroom setting
Sarah McKenzie, lead financial educator, smiling warmly in professional attire

Meet Your Instructor

Sarah McKenzie

I've been helping Australians get their finances sorted for over twelve years. Started as a financial planner, but realised most people needed practical budgeting skills before anything else. These days, I focus entirely on teaching the fundamentals that actually make a difference.

My approach is straightforward — no jargon, no impossible standards, just methods that work with real life. I've seen what happens when people finally get control of their money, and that's what keeps me passionate about this work.

  • Certified Financial Planner (CFP)
  • Bachelor of Commerce, University of Melbourne
  • Member, Financial Planning Association
  • Over 3,000 students taught since 2013

What You'll Actually Learn

Each program builds practical skills you can use immediately. No theory without application.

Module 1

Getting Real About Money

Where your money actually goes versus where you think it goes. We'll track everything for two weeks — no judgment, just data.

  • Expense tracking that doesn't drive you mad
  • Identifying your money patterns
  • Setting realistic starting points
Module 2

Building Your First Real Budget

Creating a budget that actually fits your life. We'll test it, break it, and fix it until it works.

  • The 50/30/20 rule (and when to ignore it)
  • Handling irregular income
  • Emergency fund basics
Module 3

Dealing With Debt

Practical strategies for paying down what you owe. Avalanche, snowball, or something in between — we'll find what works for you.

  • Debt prioritisation strategies
  • Negotiating with creditors
  • Staying motivated during payoff
Module 4

Saving That Actually Happens

Automatic systems that build wealth without constant willpower. Set it up once, then let it run.

  • Automation strategies that work
  • High-yield savings accounts
  • Goal-based saving systems
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Ready to Get Started?

Registration opens in January 2025. Join our interest list and we'll send you course details plus a free budgeting starter guide.

Small Class Sizes

Maximum 25 students per session for personalised attention

Lifetime Access

All materials and recordings available forever

Support Community

Private group for ongoing questions and encouragement

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