Practical budgeting and money skills for real life
The Simple Budget helps individuals, young people, NDIS participants, small business owners and community groups build practical money skills in a simple, useful and easy-to-understand way.
Founded by Jackie Matjasec, The Simple Budget offers budgeting workshops, 1:1 mentoring, NDIS money skills support, online learning and practical books.
What do you need help with?
Personal Budgeting
Get clear, practical help to build a budget that works for you. Learn how to track spending, manage bills, handle debt and feel more confident with your money.
NDIS Money Skills
Practical, easy-to-understand support for NDIS participants to build everyday money skills, make choices, plan ahead and feel more independent in managing money.
Workshops & Speaking
Engaging workshops and keynote sessions for schools, community groups, workplaces and events. Real-life strategies that are practical, relatable and empowering.
Books & Courses
Access practical books and online courses to build confidence with money. Learn at your own pace and revisit the lessons anytime you need.
Logan-based budgeting support, workshops and money skills education
The Simple Budget is proudly based in Logan, Queensland, supporting individuals, families, NDIS participants, small businesses, libraries, councils and community organisations across Logan, Brisbane, Ipswich, the Gold Coast and online across Australia.
Whether you need personal budgeting support, NDIS money skills sessions, a community workshop or a practical small business money session, Jackie can tailor the support to your needs.
New book coming soon
The Money Side of Living: Starting Out With Money
A practical money book for young people starting out in the real world.
Covers first jobs, pay, tax, super, banking, scams, budgeting, saving and everyday money decisions, in a simple, down-to-earth way.
What we can work on
🌿 Understanding money
🌿 Needs and wants
🌿 Budgeting for everyday expenses
🌿 Shopping, paying and practising change
🌿 Saving for goals
🌿 Safe banking and avoiding scams
🌿 Building independence with mone
Why The Simple Budget?
We make money simple and practical with down-to-earth tools you can use straight away.
Practical. Friendly. Real.
No jargon. No shame.
Join thousands of individuals and organisations building confidence and skills with money.
12,000+ Australians helped
We make money simple and practical with down-to-earth tools you can use straight away.
Meet Jackie
Hi, I’m Jackie Matjasec, founder of The Simple Budget.
I’m a financial literacy educator, author and workshop facilitator based in Logan, Queensland. I’m passionate about helping people build practical money skills, confidence and independence for real life.
Whether you’re just starting out or want to sharpen your skills, I’m here to help you feel more in control of your money.
The Simple Budget
The Simple Budget provides general financial education, not personal advice. Consider your own situation and seek professional guidance where needed