May 06, 2024
Brennan Schlagbaum
Meet the expert
Brennan Schlagbaum is a financial expert and the creator of the platform Budget Dog. Alongside his wife, Erin, Brennan has built a multimillion-dollar net worth in their early 30s. The couple, who reside in Texas with their two children, Logan and Ellie, have achieved financial independence through a combination of disciplined savings, investments in the stock market and real estate, and maximizing side hustles. Brennan’s journey into financial freedom began as a quest for independence but transformed into a mission driven by the health needs of his daughter, Logan, who was born with Gervais syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy. This prompted him to advocate for and raise awareness about the syndrome, while also ensuring top-notch care for his daughter through strategic financial planning and wealth building. Despite stepping away from corporate careers, Brennan and Erin have focused on creating generational wealth so their children can have a solid financial foundation without becoming overly reliant, thanks to structured investments like 529 plans and Roth IRAs.
