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Budget Calculator

well-planned budget is essential for financial health and growth. Our free Budget Calculator will help to calculate your estimated minimum expenditure. This complete audit allows you to plan your budget and manage your assets and expenses. You will quickly gain more accurate knowledge of your surplus (or if you are spending more than you earn).

Just insert your income as take-home pay, bonuses and overtime, income from savings and investments, Centrelink or family benefits payments, etc. Then add your expenses as home and utilities, insurance and financial, groceries, personal and medical, entertainment, transport and auto, etc.

With the data provided, the calculator will automatically give you a budget summary and show you the estimated minimum expenditure results.
You can freely arrange as per weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly, or annual budgets, whatever best suits your personal finances. So download the results and keep track!

Please note that these calculations are estimates based on the details you provide, and should not be your only source of data. The best way to get control of your finances and grow your wealth is with the help of Melbourne's best financial advisers.

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Scoring Guide

Out of 38 if all questions answered


36 if 1 not applicable (Q 5, 8, 9)
34 if 2 not applicable (Q 5, 8, 9)
32 if 3 not applicable (Q 5, 8, 9)

26-38 if all questions answered
24-36 if 1 not applicable
23-34 if 2 not applicable
21-32 if 3 not applicable

You're Financially Confident — Now It's Time to Optimise


You’ve clearly made solid progress in building a strong financial foundation. You’re either actively investing, managing your debt, or planning for the future with a great level of intention.
Still, there’s always room for refinement — whether that’s maximising tax efficiency, reviewing your investment strategy, or preparing for big life events like retirement, children’s education or legacy planning.

How ActOn Wealth can help:

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Out of 38 if all questions answered

 

13-25.5 if all questions answered

12-23.5 if 1 not applicable

11-22.5 if 2 not applicable

10-20.5 if 3 not applicable

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You’ve already laid some important groundwork — maybe you’ve started investing, built up super, or set financial goals. That’s fantastic progress.
With a few adjustments, clearer strategies, and some expert support, you could move from financial confidence to real financial empowerment.

How ActOn Wealth can help:

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Out of 38 if all questions answered

0-12.5 if all questions answered

0-11.5 if 1 not applicable

0-10.5 if 2 not applicable

0-9.5 if 3 not applicable

There’s Huge Potential for You to Benefit from Financial Advice

You’re not alone — many Australians feel unsure about where to start. If you’re feeling disorganised, unsure, or worried about the future, now’s the time to take control.
Working with a financial adviser isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s for anyone who wants clarity, confidence, and a roadmap forward.

How ActOn Wealth can help:

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No matter your score, ActOn Wealth can support you with clear, strategic advice to help you take control of your financial future. Whether it’s optimising your super, reducing tax, planning for retirement or aligning investments with your values – we’re here to help.