We help and coach individuals set up actionable financial roadmaps that allow them to achieve all of their financial goals, all while having access to 1:1 support, a wealth building community of 3,000+ families, and private investment deals for a lifetime.
Budgetdog, LLC (budgetdog.com) has 634 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Also known as
Budgetdog, budgetdog.com
Website
budgetdog.com
Category
Employment & Career
Location
Independence, Kentucky
Listed on Five Star Index
2026
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Being able to ask questions at any time in the coaches chat has been a game changer!
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 15, 2025
Thank you for sharing that. Having access to the coaches chat is something we’re really proud of, and it’s great to hear how much of a difference it has made for you. Being able to ask questions in real time and get clear guidance removes so much uncertainty and keeps momentum going. We’re glad it’s been a game changer for you and that you’re making the most of that support.
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vanessa W.
Joining Budgetdog has been incredible
Joining Budgetdog has been incredible! It’s such a welcoming and supportive community, and the coaches always go above and beyond to answer questions and offer help whenever you need it. My only regret is not becoming a member sooner.
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 15, 2025
Thank you for the kind words. It’s wonderful to hear how supported and welcomed you’ve felt in the community. The coaches truly care about showing up for every member, so your feedback means a lot. And don’t worry about timing...you’re here now, you’re building momentum, and that’s what matters most. We’re grateful to have you as part of Budgetdog.
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Beca
If you want to accelerate your financial growth, learn with the people who've done it before.
As cliche as it may sound, if you want to accelerate your financial growth, learn with the people who've done it before. As a new mom and US immigrant who wants financial freedom for myself and my daughter, this course makes me believe that I can achieve everything I want through simple and actionable steps. I feel accomplished every time I finish each module, I feel more knowledgeable, and capable. It is an investment that I will never regret as this lays down the foundation I need to succeed financially, and overall, in life.
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 14, 2025
It means a lot to hear how this experience has helped shape your confidence and outlook. The Academy is built around simple, actionable steps, and it’s encouraging to know those have helped you feel more capable and accomplished with each module, especially during such a meaningful season of life.
That growing clarity and momentum are exactly what create long-term progress. As you continue, the foundation you’re building now can support even bigger wins ahead.
Keep moving forward and lean on the coaches, the modules, live calls, and community whenever you need support. Thank you for trusting us with your financial journey. We’re here to support you.
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Karen T.
Budgetdog is really an academy
Budgetdog is really an academy. It is well laid out, well structured course, short videos, neat materials. There are coaches, student relation manager, therapist…there is a whole group of people invested in your success, keeping you accountable and making the materials and content even more accesible.
We haven’t finished the program but so far so good. It really presents clarity on how and why the orden and importance of the weekly tasks providing us with confidence our goals are indeed attainable.
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 10, 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review. It’s great to hear how much you appreciate the structure of the Academy and the clarity it brings to each step of the process. The short videos, organized materials, and guided weekly tasks are designed to make everything manageable and intentional, and it’s wonderful to know they have helped you build confidence in your goals.
We are also glad the support team has made such a strong impact. Having coaches, a student relations manager, and a therapist all invested in your success is one of the things that makes this a true academy rather than just a course.
You are making great progress already, and we are excited to see how the rest of the program continues to support your journey.
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Elizabeth S.
Should have joined sooner!
Budget Dog Academy isn't just a program. There is so much to learn with a clear path laid out to set you up for your goals, if you are ready to finally "have it all." Only several weeks in but I realize I have been winning from day 1 of joining. Small wins add up to big wins in my life:
✅Learning through the classroom and live group calls. I didn't think I would enjoy or benefit from it and I look forward to each call every week.
✅Mindset shift!! (Wow this one was huge) I've been trying to achieve this for soooooooooo long and nothing stuck. Actually putting in some food prep each week, bringing all my kids snacks from home instead of at the gas station, being mindful of what I want to achieve, etc.
✅Not being afraid to "talk about my finances"
✅Actually seeing the numbers (good and bad) have kicked my motivation into overdrive 🔥
✅Finally putting "me" at the front of all this. As a wife and mom to two amazing little boys my needs seem to always have been a luxury most of the time. It's an ongoing process but I can feel the change beginning.
Although I have a long way to go, I feel like I've gained so much in such a short period of time. Thank you, BDA. Looking forward to my future updates. Let's go!!!!! 📣
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 9, 2025
Thank you for sharing such an honest, powerful, and uplifting review. You captured exactly what makes this journey transformative, not just the financial tools, but the personal breakthroughs that come with them.
Your small wins list says everything. From showing up to the classroom and live calls with excitement, to your mindset shift, to the practical changes like meal prep and mindful spending, these steps compound faster than most people realize. The fact that you’re no longer afraid to talk about your finances and are facing your numbers with clarity is a major turning point.
What stands out most is your recognition of putting yourself first. As a wife and mom, it’s easy to put your needs last, and seeing you reclaim space for your growth is incredible. That shift alone will ripple into every part of your life and your family’s future.
You’re right that you’ve been winning from day one. The momentum you’re building is real, and the progress you’ve made in just a few weeks is only the beginning. We’re excited to see your future updates and proud to be part of your journey. Let’s keep going.
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Joe C.
Hyper Organized and Energized!
Hyper Organized! OMG, I wish every course I've taken in my life was this organized, energized and digestible. BD Academy excels in delivering bit sized portions with deep dives for clarity, personal delivery, and incredible support. The community alone, its wins, access to all prior info, weekly calls, (and again personnel/coaches) to be there for you is unmatched!!! Highly, highly, highly recommend. Don't wait, your future financial amazing self is waiting! 1000 Stars!
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 8, 2025
Thank you for this amazing review. Hearing how much you appreciate the organization, clarity, and structure of the Academy means a lot. That level of detail and intention is something we take seriously, and it’s great to know it made such a strong impact.
The fact that you found the lessons digestible while still offering deep dives, personal delivery, and real support is exactly what we aim for. And you’re right: the community, the wins, the access to everything you need, and the weekly calls create an environment that’s hard to find anywhere else.
Your enthusiasm is contagious, and your “1000 stars” says it all. We’re grateful to have you in the Academy and excited to see the financial future you’re building.
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Evelyn
Highly recommend the Budgetdog program
I highly recommend the Budgetdog program! Brennan and his team are a pleasure to work with, demonstrating exceptional customer service as they go above and beyond for each client while considering individual lifestyle goals. It’s a truly life-changing investment, offering a clear and easy approach to budgeting, debt planning, and investing that is tailored to personal goals. The program also features an incredible community for support and connection. If you are considering joining, don't wait—sign up as soon as you can!
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 8, 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful review. It is great to hear how much the program has helped you and how supported you have felt along the way. Brennan and the team work hard to personalize the experience for each student, so your recognition of that effort means a lot.
We are glad the approach to budgeting, debt planning, and investing felt clear and aligned with your goals. The community is a big part of what makes this experience powerful, and it is wonderful to know you found real value in that connection.
Thank you for the strong recommendation and for trusting us with your financial journey. We are excited to see where this continues to take you.
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Cherise R.
Life changing program!!!
There are so many gains we’ve had from the Budget Dog Academy, but we can’t list them all. So we will mention our top two-first was learning that we didn’t lack knowledge, we lacked confidence. Working through the materials in the academy opened our eyes to realize that we did have the knowledge and ability to handle our finances well. This confidence gain was essential for us to get out of our negative money mindset and take ownership of our financial future.
The second biggest gain was finally being on the same page with our finances, after 20 years of marriage.
Budget Dog is worth every penny! We are so grateful to be a part of this amazing community!
Response from Budgetdog, LLCDec 6, 2025
Thank you for sharing such a meaningful review. Your two biggest gains speak to the heart of what this Academy is designed to do.
Realizing that you never lacked knowledge, only confidence, is one of the most powerful breakthroughs anyone can have. Once you see that you are fully capable of handling your finances, everything changes. That mindset shift opens the door to real progress and helps replace fear with ownership.
The second win you mentioned is just as important. Getting on the same page financially after twenty years of marriage is a life changing milestone. Many couples spend their whole lives struggling to find that alignment, and it is incredible to hear that the Academy helped bring that clarity and unity to your family.
We are grateful to have you in the community, and it means a lot to know you see the investment as worth every penny. Your growth, your teamwork, and your renewed confidence are exactly why this program exists.