Our Financial Journey Started with a Simple Question

Why do so many hardworking Australians struggle with money despite earning decent wages?

Back in 2019, I was working as a financial advisor in Brisbane when I noticed something troubling. Clients would come to me already stressed about money, often after years of making the same financial mistakes. They weren't lacking intelligence or motivation — they were lacking the right education at the right time.

That's when Teach Bend was born. Not as another investment firm or loan company, but as an educational platform that meets people where they are in their financial journey. We moved our headquarters to Toowoomba in 2021, drawn by the community's values and the opportunity to serve regional Australia better.

Today, we've helped over 3,200 Australians develop practical money management skills that actually stick. Because financial literacy isn't about complex theories — it's about building habits that work in real life.

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What Drives Us Every Day

Practical Over Perfect

We don't believe in one-size-fits-all financial advice. Your budget should work with your lifestyle, not against it. That's why our methods focus on small, sustainable changes that compound over time rather than dramatic overhauls that rarely stick.

Education Before Sales

We're teachers first, advisors second. Every interaction is designed to increase your financial knowledge and confidence. You'll never feel pressured into products or services — instead, you'll understand your options well enough to make informed decisions.

Real Australian Context

Our strategies account for Australian superannuation, tax structures, and cost of living realities. We understand the difference between financial advice that works in textbooks versus what works in Toowoomba, Brisbane, or wherever you call home.

Meet the Team Behind Your Financial Education

We're a small but passionate group of educators and financial professionals who believe everyone deserves access to quality financial education, regardless of their starting point.

Marcus Chen

Founder & Financial Planning Director

Marcus spent eight years in traditional financial services before realizing that most people needed education, not just advice. He holds a Diploma of Financial Planning and has helped hundreds of families develop sustainable money management systems. When he's not teaching financial concepts, you'll find him volunteering with local youth programs or exploring Queensland's hiking trails.

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Why Our Approach Works

3,200+

Australians Educated

89%

Still Using Our Methods After 12 Months

4.8/5

Average Program Rating

50+

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