Brennan Schlagbaum, CPA (Budgetdog)
CPA and author; budgeting, family wealth building, investing discipline, and financial independence.
Moving States Can Slash $24k From $250k Salary
A $250k salary is worth: $180k after tax in Texas $173k after tax in Arizona $167k after tax in Illinois $162k after tax in New York $156k after tax in California A $500 U-Haul can save you $24k on taxes.
Simple Discipline Today Funds Generations of Wealth
Don't let social media trick you... - Act broke - Dress simply - Ignore judgement - Kill debt - Stack cash flow - Invest, invest, invest - Set yourself up for life A few years of discipline can fund a few generations of wealth.
One Rule to Retire Early and Achieve Financial Freedom
If you want to retire comfortably while you're young... There's only one rule you need to follow. How to become financially free at any age:
7‑Step System Paid Off $304
In 7 years, my wife and I: - Paid off $304k of debt - Built a $1M+ net worth - Without a financial advisor Here's our 7-step money system that any family can copy:
Protect Your Family: Estate Planning Beats 40% Tax
If you die without a plan... - The government takes 40% in tax - Probate court costs $100k+ - Your kids get the scraps If you love your family, here's every document you need to protect them: (from a CPA & father of two)
US Heading Toward Debt Crisis Threatens Families
The US is going full speed towards a debt crisis: - Interest rates are high - The dollar is weakening - Bond yields are skyrocketing This is going to be disastrous for families...
Earn $100k+? Paycheck‑to‑paycheck Means Endless Work
I don't want to scare you, but if you make $100k+ and live paycheck to paycheck... You'll probably work until you die. Let me explain:
Raise Kids for Life on Under $500 Monthly
Don't buy your kids Jordans. Don't buy your kids a new iPad. Don't buy your kids an iPhone. Here's how you can set up your kids for life without spending more than $500 a month...
ETFs Turn $50k Into $193k Over 20 Years
In 20 years... - $50k in savings will be worth $41k - $50k in gold will be worth $74k - $50k in ETFs will be worth $193k Here's how ETF investing can make YOU a millionaire:
Skip Car Payments, Grow Six‑Figure Wealth Over Time
Friendly Reminder: The average car payment is $749/mo. If you invest that money instead? You'll have: $142,789 in 10 years. $485,350 in 20 years. $1,311,510 in 30 years. That "new car smell" is your money on fire 🤣
10 ETFs That Could Make You
ETFs made my wife and I millionaires in 7 years. But there's over ~10,000 to choose from. Here are 10 ETFs that can make you a millionaire in 2026:
7 Simple Habits That Saved My Family $100K
These 7 habits saved my family over $100k... And none of them require you to make an extra dollar. Save this before you forget it... Share it with someone who needs it... And follow me for more @budgetdog 🤝🏻
Wealth Without Inheritance: 14 Simple Rules
You don't need an inheritance. You don't need a finance degree. You don't need a financial advisor. If you want to get rich, just follow 14 simple rules:
Tax‑Smart Investing Can Make You a Millionaire in 15 Years
15 Year Millionaire (how to cut your taxes by 48%) 1. Assume you make $100k/ yr 2. Invest $4,400 in an HSA 3. Invest $7,500 in a Roth IRA 4. Invest $24,500 in a 401k 5. Take the $16,100 single filer deduction 6. Enjoy your new 22%...
Keep Housing Costs Below 25% of Net Income
If these numbers make you uncomfortable... You’re probably overpaying 😬 The rule is simple: Your rent or mortgage should NEVER exceed 25% of your take home pay. Not gross. Overspending on housing is one of the biggest barriers to building real wealth... So if you want...
