Is Budgetdog Academy a certification program?

No. It's a coaching and education program focused on personal financial systems — it doesn't issue any professional certification or credential.

Who teaches the program?

Brennan Schlagbaum, a CPA, teaches the core curriculum, supported by a team of coaches, Student Success Managers, and a behavioral psychologist for mindset sessions.

How long does the program take?

Direct coaching access runs for 6 months, with lifetime access to the community afterward (without ongoing 1-on-1 coaching).

Does it include investment management?

No — the program teaches you to build and manage your own system. It does not manage your money or accounts on your behalf.

Is pricing the same for everyone?

Pricing isn't published publicly and is shared after an application/consultation call, so cost may vary by household and package.

Is there a refund policy?

AllPros could not locate a clearly published refund policy specific to this program on the official site — confirm this directly with Budgetdog before enrolling.

Budgetdog Academy

Name: Budgetdog Academy
Brand: Brennan Schlagbaum, CPA
Rating: 5 (12 reviews)

By Brennan Schlagbaum, CPA

5.0/512 reviews

Discipline · Coaching

Budgetdog Academy Reviews & Product Details

Budgetdog Academy combines education, coaching, and community for high-earning families who want a structured financial system. Members receive a course library, 1-on-1 sessions, plug-and-play spreadsheets and calculators, six months of coaching access, weekly live classes and Q&As, Student Success Manager support, a private community, behavioral psychology sessions, and live portfolio updates from Brennan.

Best For

Households earning $100K–$300K+ per year People wanting full control of their own money Those ready to commit 6+ months consistently Anyone willing to audit spending honestly People who prefer structure over improvisation High earners feeling financially disorganized

Not For

Anyone earning under $100K annually People wanting someone else managing their money Those seeking passive, watch-only learning Anyone avoiding financial self-audits People wanting fast income generation Those hoping for "secret" shortcuts

Budgetdog Academy Reviews (12)

5.0

12 reviews

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Brandon

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Budgetdog Academy Student

3/30/2026

“Our year-on-year net worth increased by just over $181K, and we crossed the $1M net worth threshold. BD Academy gave us the clear orientation and tools to reach”

5/5

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Mayline

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Budgetdog Academy Student

3/11/2026

“We paid off $57K in credit card debt and lowered our mortgage by over $1K/month!”

5/5

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Amy

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Budgetdog Academy Student

11/8/2025

“I learned how to allocate money in different areas. I’m now on track for $25,980/year in passive income and currently have no debt.”

5/5

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Mandy

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Budgetdog Academy Student

9/25/2025

“just did a quick update on my balance sheet and realized my net worth increased by $65K since January. This community helped me stay on top of my finances”

5/5

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sarah

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Budgetdog Academy Student

9/3/2025

“I completed my 3-month look back and new budget, and it was eye-opening. I found almost $2K/month in savings by cutting subs and trimming mindless spending”

5/5

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Kirk

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Budgetdog Academy Student

5/2/2025

“I crossed the $1.57M net worth mark and realized financial freedom is possible”

5/5

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Elizabeth

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Budgetdog Academy Student

4/2/2025

“I completed my Q1 net worth review and realized that after joining BDA, my financial picture shifted dramatically. In 15mo, my net worth increased by $340,692”

5/5

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Kevin

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Budgetdog Academy Student

12/18/2024

“My net worth increased by over $240K after joining BDA and tracking my finances.”

5/5

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Kelly

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Budgetdog Academy Student

9/25/2024

“Through BDA and the speakers in the academy, I learned a strategy that helped me write off over $70K on my 2025 taxes and use the savings for my second property”

5/5

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austin

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Budgetdog Academy Student

4/4/2024

“After breaking up with my financial advisor, I’m up exactly $100K in my cumulative investment accounts.”

5/5

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About the Creator

Brennan Schlagbaum, CPA

Brennan Schlagbaum, CPA Brennan Schlagbaum is a Certified Public Accountant who paid off over $300,000 in debt and built a $1M net worth by his early 30s. Founder of Budgetdog and Budgetdog Academy, he's a USA Today/national bestselling author and former Deloitte audit manager turned full-time financial educator.

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