Most traditional budgeting services take your weekly wage, put it into their own accounts, and pay your bills for you.
We believe that creates dependency, not freedom.  As your trusted finance coach, we do things differently.
Our Australia-wide coaching service is built on education and empowerment.
We don’t take your money; we provide the financial coaching you need to manage your money, save and achieve your goals.

Breaking it Down

 
 
 
 
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 Angela  
 
 
 
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I am so grateful that our broker referred us to Your Budget Mates, Andrew and Alyssa. They have helped us completely turn our finances around. We have no more financial stress and are in such a better position after only 6 months. We have stayed on with Your Budget Mates for another 12 months as this experience has been life changing. We can't thank Your Budget Mates enough. What a fantastic couple to work alongside with, helping us every step of the way without any judgement, just a sincere desire to help. Thanks again Andrew and Alyssa.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Emmanuel  
 
 
 
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As a buyers agent, I work closely with professionals across the country, and Andrew and Alyssa at YBM are genuinely a cut above. I refer clients to them with full confidence because they do what very few people in the money space actually do, they teach clients how to take real control of their cashflow, build sustainable habits, and move toward their property and lifestyle goals without judgement or shame. Their approach is warm, practical, and tailored. Clients come out of their program clearer, calmer, and far better positioned to step into a property purchase. The feedback I get from every client I send their way is consistent, they feel supported, accountable, and empowered. If you are serious about taking control of your finances and setting yourself up for the long term, Andrew and Alyssa are the team you want in your corner. Highly recommend.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Claire  
 
 
 
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Andrew and Alyssa are amazing. They are extremely knowledgeable and have taught us so much about finance and life. They are also incredibly kind and compassionate, and they genuinely care about their clients. I'm so touched by the empathy they have shown us and immensely grateful for their guidance and support through the most difficult period of our lives. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Gret  
 
 
 
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We commenced with YBM earlier this year after being frustrated living week to week despite two incomes, feeling lost with having a workable budget & no financial goals or savings. Trusting strangers with our finances was scary, not doing anything seemed worse so we took the plunge after a recommendation. What we have achieved since, with your guidance & honest advice has not only set in stone better spending habits (good bye afterpay), relieved the end of week 'no money strain' while seeing savings actually happen. Your forward thinking advice, planning & financial mapping has got us to be 100% debt and mortgage free and has set our family onto a financial trajectory we did not ever actually consider possible. Our children will feel the benefits of this for generations to come. Thank you Andrew and Alyssa, working with you has drastically changed our financial future for the better. You are trustworthy honest people who genuinely care about your clients. We are so excited for what working with you in 2026 will bring, and beyond!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Ryan  
 
 
 
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We signed up because we felt like we were living pay check to pay check, adding to a credit card that never seemed to be paid off and stressed all the time. Andrew and Alyssa listened to our goals and helped us understand where our money was going. We set a goal to pay off our credit card debt and we smashed it (earlier than planned!). We couldn't recommend them highly enough.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Jason  
 
 
 
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I can’t thank Budget Mates enough for the impact they’ve had on our finances. We came in feeling overwhelmed, but they’ve completely changed the way we think about money. It hasn’t just been about numbers—it’s been about learning new habits and gaining confidence in how to manage our budget. We’re now on track to becoming debt-free, something I never thought possible a year ago. If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares and wants to see you succeed, I couldn’t recommend Budget Mates more highly. They’ve honestly helped change our lives.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Becky  
 
 
 
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We highly recommend Your Budget Mates to assist with your finance issues. With stress free, non judgemental coaching and tailored planning strategies we have been able to take our finances from a jumbled mess to a controlled system that has enabled us to foresee paying our mortgage off well before the 30 years we thought it would take. With monthly meetings and extra support offered whenever needed, Andrew and Alyssa have allowed us to take control of our financial future which is allowing us freedoms we never thought we could achieve.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Natalie  
 
 
 
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I truly can’t thank Andrew and Alyssa enough! As the saying goes, you don’t realise how much you need them until you can’t imagine going without them. From day one, they’ve been so much more than just “budget helpers” they’ve been genuine partners, guiding me to take control of my finances, keeping me accountable, and helping me enjoy guilt-free spending. What makes Your Budget Mates stand out is that they don’t just do the work for you; they equip you with the tools, strategies, and confidence to create lasting change. Their honest, encouraging, and down-to-earth approach makes the whole process not only manageable but actually enjoyable. If you’re looking for people who genuinely care about your success, Andrew and Alyssa are exactly who you need by your side.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Courtney  
 
 
 
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10/10 recommend- a worthy investment. My husband and I have been working with Andrew and Alyssa over the last 3 months with both short and long term goals. With upcoming maternity leave and no clear budget, we were highly stressed about if we could make it through the next 12 months without being left in financial ruin. Thanks to their help, we have had a budget overhaul and feel confident moving forward that we will be okay! They work collaboratively with everyone you need (brokers, planners etc) and listen to understand exactly what your goals are and keep you accountable with working towards achieving them. We highly recommend Your Budget Mates if you have any financial worries or goals. We didn't feel judged regarding our spending and Andrew and Alyssa take the time to understand what your 'deal breakers' are so you can still maintain your lifestyle and don't feel restricted. We will continue to work with them and are excited for what our future holds!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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I referred one of my clients to Your Budget Mates three years ago, and the results have been nothing short of incredible. Before working with Your Budget Mates, these clients were with a well-advertised budgeting firm but were spiralling in the wrong direction. The team at Your Budget Mates stepped in, turned things around, and helped them regain control of their finances. Thanks to their expertise and personalized approach, my clients have paid off over $100,000 in debt and are now on track to home ownership. I highly recommend Your Budget Mates to anyone seeking real financial solutions!"