Budgeting Advice for Everyday Australians — Based in Melbourne, Serving All Of Australia

We help everyday Australians build cash flow systems that actually work — based in Bundoora, serving all of Australia.

Manny Tran
Manny Tran Verified Adviser
Director & Senior Financial Adviser
850+ Happy Clients
1,000+ Successful Plans
17+ Yrs Experience
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You don't have a spending problem. You have a structure problem.

"I have no idea where my money goes each month."
"I earn good money — so why can't I seem to get ahead?"
"I keep meaning to sort out a budget, but I never know where to start."
"Every time I try to save, something comes up."

These are not small frustrations. The constant feeling of financial uncertainty — even when you are earning well — quietly drains your confidence, your peace of mind, and your ability to plan for anything beyond next month.

Most people assume the problem is what they spend. It rarely is. The real problem is the absence of a system — a structure that tells every dollar where to go before it disappears.

At Plan My Wealth, we do not just hand you a spreadsheet. We build you a cash flow system designed around your actual life — your pay cycle, your irregular expenses, your goals — and we model the impact of that structure on your debt, your tax position, and your long-term wealth. So you stop wondering where your money went and start deciding where it goes.

What We Actually Deliver

The budget is the vehicle.
Financial confidence is the destination.

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Relief from the monthly money stress

Knowing exactly where your money is going — and where it is heading — removes one of the most persistent anxieties in daily life. That clarity is what we build first.

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A system that survives real life

Not a rigid budget that falls apart by week two. A living cash flow framework aligned to how you actually earn, spend, and save — built to adapt as your circumstances change.

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Confidence to make progress

Whether you are saving for a home, paying down debt, or building toward retirement — your cash flow plan connects today's decisions to tomorrow's goals, so every dollar has a purpose.

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Someone who shows you the full picture

Using institutional modelling software, we map the impact of your cash flow on your debt position, tax exposure, and long-term wealth — so you are never making financial decisions based on a guess.

Who This Is For

Does any of this sound like you?

You do not need to be struggling financially to benefit from this. Most of our clients are earning steadily and still feeling stuck. If any of these resonate, we should talk. 

● You want to know exactly where your money is going each month

● You are trying to save for a home, holiday, or investment but cannot seem to make progress

● You feel stressed about money despite having a steady income

● You want a plan that accounts for irregular expenses, not just fixed bills

● You are self-employed, on commission, or earn a variable income

Why It Matters

A good income is not enough on its own. A system is what makes it work

Australian household budgets have been under sustained pressure. Rising mortgage repayments, higher energy and grocery costs, and persistent cost-of-living increases mean that the same income that felt comfortable two years ago may feel tight today — even when nothing obvious has changed.

Without a clear picture of your cash flow, it is nearly impossible to make meaningful progress toward any financial goal. A well-structured cash flow plan does not restrict what you spend. It gives you clarity, reduces financial anxiety, and ensures every dollar is allocated intentionally — before it disappears.

OUR PROCESS

How We Work

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Step 1

Discovery Session

We start by understanding your full financial picture: income sources, fixed commitments, discretionary spending, irregular expenses, and existing savings habits. No judgment — just an honest starting point.

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Step 2

Cash Flow Analysis via Institutional Modelling Software

Using institutional modelling software, we map your current income against all outgoings, identify gaps, and quantify where money is leaking — often in areas clients have not considered, including subscription services, irregular annual bills, and under-budgeted lifestyle costs. We then model the downstream impact on your debt, tax position, and wealth trajectory.

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Step 3

Build Your Cash Flow System

We build a personalised cash flow framework aligned to your pay cycle, lifestyle, and financial goals — with clear allocation rules for saving, spending, and investing. This is not a spreadsheet you will abandon. It is a living system designed to adapt as your life changes.

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Step 4

Goal Alignment

We connect your day-to-day budget to your medium and long-term financial goals — home ownership, debt reduction, retirement, or building an investment portfolio — so every dollar has a purpose.

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Step 5

Ongoing Review

Circumstances change. We review and adjust your cash flow plan as your income, expenses, or goals evolve — so your system stays relevant and your progress stays on track.

SCOPE OF SERVICE

What's Included

Included
  • Full income and expense analysis

  • Identification of cash flow gaps and spending leaks

  • Institutional scenario modelling (cash flow, debt, tax, wealth)

  • Personalised cash flow framework — pay-cycle aligned

  • Goal-aligned savings and allocation plan

  • Clear action steps with timeframes

  • Written Statement of Advice (SOA) where applicable

Not Included
  • General bookkeeping or accounting services (referral provided)

  • Tax return preparation (referral provided)

  • Investment product selection (separate service)

Client Feedback

Hear From Our Clients

Carol W
"My husband and I have been with Plan My Wealth since our retirement and have found all those we have had dealings with to be professional and friendly. They make us feel welcome and take the time to explain what we see as complex processes to make it easy to understand and follow. Great team."
Carol W
Property Investor
Maggie J
"Highly recommend Manny, he was very knowledgeable and took time to explain everything so I could understand, he made me feel like a valued client rather than just a number."
Maggie J
Retiree
Charlie M
"Working with Manny has been an excellent experience. He's professional, friendly, and takes the time to make complex financial matters easy to understand. His guidance has given me real confidence in managing my finances. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to take control of their financial future."
Charlie M
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SERVICE AREA

Serving All of Australia — Based in Bundoora, Melbourne

Plan My Wealth is headquartered at The Watermans Bundoora, Level 2, 1/3 Janefield Drive, Bundoora VIC 3083. We provide cash flow and budgeting advice to clients across Bundoora, Mill Park, Epping, Lalor, Wollert, Reservoir, Preston, Heidelberg, Greensborough, Macleod, Montmorency, Eltham, South Morang, and Diamond Creek.

We also work with clients throughout metropolitan Melbourne and across Australia via secure video consultation. Geography is no barrier to getting quality advice.

Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about your superannuation or retirement strategy? Find clear, straightforward answers to our most common inquiries here.

A budget tells you how much you are allowed to spend in each category. A cash flow plan maps the timing and flow of money through your financial life — accounting for pay cycles, irregular bills, savings transfers, and financial goals. A cash flow plan is more dynamic and better suited to real life.
No. Many of our clients are in stable financial positions who simply want more control, clarity, and a system to accelerate their progress. Cash flow planning is equally valuable for people who want to save faster, prepare for a major purchase, or feel less anxious about money.
Your initial discovery and analysis typically takes one to two sessions. Your completed plan is usually ready within two to four weeks. Ongoing refinement continues as your circumstances change.
This is exactly where cash flow planning adds the most value. We build systems that account for variable income, including setting baseline living expenses, building buffer accounts, and managing lean periods without accumulating debt.
Yes. We incorporate debt management into your cash flow plan — prioritising high-interest debt reduction while maintaining forward momentum toward your savings goals. Our modelling software allows us to test different debt repayment scenarios and show you the long-term impact of each approach.
Apps track what happened. We help you design what should happen — and model the impact of those decisions on your cash flow, debt, tax, and wealth over time. Our role is to provide expert analysis, strategic structure, and ongoing accountability that self-managed tools cannot replicate.
Yes. We serve clients across Australia via secure video consultation. Our systems are cloud-based, so location is no barrier to receiving quality financial advice.
In some cases, the cost of financial advice may be tax deductible. Please consult your accountant for guidance specific to your situation.