Personalised Investment Advice — Based in Bundoora, Melbourne

We help everyday Australians build investment strategies that are clear, structured, and built around their actual goals — 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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Investing feels complicated. Most people put it off. That's exactly when the cost of waiting starts to grow.

"I have money sitting in a savings account doing nothing — but I don't know what to do with it."

"I don't want to make the wrong move and lose everything."

"I don't know who to trust — everyone seems to be selling something."

"I know I should be investing. I just don't know where to start."

These are not signs of financial failure. They are the natural result of a system that is genuinely complex, full of conflicting opinions, and not designed to make the right answer obvious.

The cost of waiting, however, is real. Every year without a structured investment strategy is a year of compounding growth you do not get back. The longer uncertainty wins, the harder it becomes to close the gap.

At Plan My Wealth, we cut through the noise. We understand your goals, your timeline, and your risk tolerance — and we build an investment strategy that reflects all three. Documented in writing. Explained in plain English. Built around you, not a product.

What We Actually Deliver

The portfolio is the vehicle. Building genuine wealth on your terms — is the destination

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Clarity over complexity

We use institutional modelling software to project the impact of different investment decisions on your cash flow, debt, tax, and long-term wealth — so you can compare real scenarios, not assumptions.

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Confidence without pressure

We do not have a product to sell you. Our role is to understand your situation and recommend what is genuinely appropriate — documented clearly in a written Statement of Advice before you commit to anything.

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A portfolio built around you

We build and tailor investment portfolios to each client's specific requirements — using ETFs for low-cost market exposure, retail and wholesale managed funds for specialist strategies, and direct shares where appropriate for your tax position and portfolio size.

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Someone who stays in your corner

Markets change. Life changes. We offer structured review appointments to keep your strategy current and your portfolio aligned to where you are headed — not where you were when we started.

Who This Is For

Does any of this sound familiar?

You do not need to be wealthy to benefit from investment advice. You need a starting point, a structure, and someone who will be honest with you about both. If any of these resonate, we should talk.

● You have savings sitting in a low-interest account and want to put them to work

● You are unsure how to structure investments alongside super, property, or other assets

● You want to understand your options without feeling pressured into a product

● You are approaching a life event and need clarity on next steps

● You want a diversified portfolio built around your specific situation — not a template

Why It Matters

Good investment advice is not about picking winners. It is about building a strategy you can hold through anything.

The investment landscape for Australian households has shifted considerably. Interest rate movements, inflation expectations, and changing superannuation rules have all affected the relative performance and suitability of different asset classes. Generic, one-size-fits-all approaches often fail because they do not account for your personal tax position, existing asset allocation, or how you respond to market volatility.

A well-structured investment strategy is appropriately diversified, aligned with your risk tolerance, and built to help you reach your specific financial goals — without taking on unnecessary complexity, unnecessary cost, or unnecessary risk.

OUR PROCESS

How We Work

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Step 1

Goals & Risk Assessment

We begin by understanding what you are trying to achieve and when. Your timeframe changes everything. We conduct a thorough risk profile assessment — not just a questionnaire, but a genuine conversation about how you actually respond to market volatility.

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Step 2

Current Position Analysis

We review your existing investment holdings, superannuation balance, debt position, tax situation, and income — to identify your starting point and any gaps or inefficiencies in your current structure.

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Step 3

Scenario Modelling

Using institutional modelling software, we model the impact of different investment strategies on your cash flow, tax, debt, and projected wealth outcomes. This means you can compare scenarios with real numbers — not assumptions.

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Step 4

Portfolio Construction

We build and tailor investment portfolios to each client's requirements. Depending on your situation and goals, this may include:
— Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) — for low-cost, diversified market exposure
— Managed funds (retail and wholesale) — for actively managed, specialist strategies
— Direct shares — where appropriate for your tax situation, income needs, or portfolio size

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Step 5

Statement of Advice

All investment recommendations are documented in a clear, written Statement of Advice (SOA) that explains what we recommend, why we recommend it, and what it costs — before you commit to anything.

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Step 6

Implementation Support

We assist you in implementing your strategy — whether that involves setting up investment accounts, transitioning existing holdings, or establishing regular investment contributions.

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Step 7

Ongoing Review

Investment strategies require regular review as markets, legislation, and personal circumstances change. We offer structured review appointments to keep your strategy current and your portfolio aligned to your goals.

SCOPE OF SERVICE

What's Included

Included
  • Goals and risk tolerance assessment

  • Review of existing investments and asset allocation

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

  • Personalised investment strategy — written

  • Portfolio construction: ETFs, managed funds (retail & wholesale), direct shares

  • Asset class and structure recommendations

  • Statement of Advice (SOA) with all costs disclosed

  • Implementation support

  • Scheduled strategy reviews (ongoing engagement)

Not Included
  • Tax advice or tax return preparation (referral provided)

  • Property valuation or real estate advice

  • Day-trading or speculative strategies

  • Cryptocurrency-specific advice

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
Beneficiary
SERVICE AREA

Serving All of Australia — Based in Bundoora, Melbourne

Plan My Wealth is based at The Watermans Bundoora, Level 2, 1/3 Janefield Drive, Bundoora VIC 3083. We provide investment advice to clients across Bundoora, Mill Park, Epping, Lalor, Wollert, Reservoir, Preston, Heidelberg, Greensborough, Macleod, Montmorency, Eltham, South Morang, and Diamond Creek — and to clients across Australia via secure video consultation.

Questions Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

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

There is no universal minimum. The right starting point depends on your existing financial position, debt obligations, cash flow, and goals. We can advise on whether investing is the right next step, or whether paying down debt or building a cash buffer first makes more sense.
ETFs are exchange-traded funds that track an index or asset class — typically low-cost and tax-efficient. Managed funds (retail or wholesale) involve active management by a fund manager — they can provide specialist exposure but usually carry higher fees. Direct shares give you ownership of individual companies — offering control and potential tax benefits, but requiring more active management. We recommend the appropriate combination based on your goals, tax position, and portfolio size.
Risk is managed through diversification across asset classes, appropriate investment structure, and matching the portfolio's risk profile to your goals and timeframe. We do not eliminate risk — no adviser can — but we structure your strategy to ensure risk is proportionate and clearly understood before you commit.
We prepare you for market volatility as part of the strategy-building process. Your strategy will include a clear explanation of the range of expected outcomes, including the possibility of short-term losses in growth-oriented portfolios. Our modelling software allows us to stress-test your portfolio against adverse scenarios.
Yes, and for most clients this is the most tax-efficient approach. We review your full financial position and recommend the most appropriate structures for your situation.
At minimum, annually — and also following any major life event such as a change in income, property purchase, marriage, divorce, inheritance, or retirement.
Yes. We work with clients across Australia via secure video consultation. Our client systems are cloud-based and managed for security, so distance is no barrier.