Take control
OF YOUR
money!
THE COURSE
Build the financial foundation you need — whether you're saving for your first home, getting out of debt, or just trying to make your money work harder for you.
WHO IT'S FOR
You want to get your finances in order before buying a home
You're not sure where your money is going each month
You have some debt you want to manage smarter
You want to build genuine savings that lenders will accept
You're starting from scratch and want a clear financial roadmap
You want to understand your credit file before speaking to a broker
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MONEY STORY
Where your money goes, why it matters, and how to see your finances clearly for the first time.
BUILDING A BUDGET THAT WORKS
Simple frameworks for tracking income and expenses without the spreadsheet overwhelm.
DEBT — GOOD, BAD & HOW TO MANAGE IT
Credit cards, personal loans, HECS — what matters to lenders and what to pay down first.
SAVING FOR A DEPOSIT
What counts as genuine savings, how much you need, and how to build it faster.
YOUR CREDIT FILE
How to check your credit score, what lenders see, and simple steps to improve your profile.
GETTING MORTGAGE-READY
The 3–6 month checklist to get your finances in shape before talking to a broker.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR MONEY STORY
Where your money goes, why it matters, and how to see your finances clearly for the first time.
BUILDING A BUDGET THAT WORKS
Simple frameworks for tracking income and expenses without the spreadsheet overwhelm.
DEBT — GOOD, BAD & HOW TO MANAGE IT
Credit cards, personal loans, HECS — what matters to lenders and what to pay down first.
SAVING FOR A DEPOSIT
What counts as genuine savings, how much you need, and how to build it faster.
YOUR CREDIT FILE
How to check your credit score, what lenders see, and simple steps to improve your profile.
GETTING MORTGAGE-READY
The 3–6 month checklist to get your finances in shape before talking to a broker.
FROM OUR TEAM
COMMON QUESTIONS
How much does this course cost?
Managing Money 101 is $14.99. Enrol directly at courses.thefinancefamily.com.au.
Do I need to be thinking about a home loan to take this?
Not at all. This course is for anyone who wants to get their finances in order — whether saving for a home, paying off debt, or just wanting more clarity.
How long does it take?
Most people work through it in 1–2 hours at their own pace.
Will a broker contact me after I enrol?
Only if you tick the consent box on the enrolment form. We won't contact you without your permission.
Not ready for the course? Have a no-obligation chat with one of our brokers →