The Financial Foundations Course
The Financial Foundations Course is your step-by-step guide to getting out of the paycheck-to-paycheck loop, taking control of your cash, and finally understanding how money works. (Without needing a finance degree or a high paying career to get ahead.)
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Learn how to manage your money, so you can build a life you love.
You weren’t taught this stuff in school, but you’re expected to know it anyway.
How to budget, how to save, how to get out of debt, how to grow your income, how to build real financial security…. no one handed you a manual.
So, instead, you’ve probably been:
Googling random advice and hoping it applies to you
Beating yourself up for not being ‘better’ with money
Avoiding your bank account like it personally offended you
None of this is your fault. But it is your responsibility to fix now, and you don’t have to do it alone.
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Take control of your cash
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learn how the financial system works
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Create security and eliminate stress
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start growing your wealth
You don’t need more shame, or a ‘money mindset coach’.
You need knowledge, facts, and an understanding of how the financial system works,
So you can start playing the game.
(and stop getting played)
what will you learn?
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Learn how to boost your cashflow immediately with a 30-day challenge of small but mighty actions that help you save and earn more, starting now. This is a crash course in impactful money moves. Starting here will help you find the extra cash you need to apply the lessons you’re going to learn later in the program.
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Before we dive into the technicals, we’ll clear out the old money myths, limiting beliefs, and shame stories standing in your way. Then, you’ll design your dream life, complete with financial goals that reflect your values, and a plan to get there without burning out or selling your soul.
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This is where we get into the real world skills school forgot to teach: how to track your expenses without crying, manipulating your savings rate, the ‘wealth bathtub’ framework of understanding income streams, budgeting, and spending based on what matters to you.
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Learn how to build an emergency fund that makes you feel unf*ckwithable, use credit cards in your favor, and understand the difference between good debt and bad debt. We’ll cover how to manage and pay down debt strategically, while setting you up to never spiral into it again.
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Learn how the Canadian tax system actually works (no jargon, promise), the best options for filing your taxes, how to reduce your tax burden, and how to use tax advantaged accounts. You’ll also understand how different types of income are taxed differently - a key building block for future wealth.
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Set up your personal finance systems so your money basically manages itself. Learn how to automate savings, bills, and account transfers, track your net worth, and finally stop wondering if you’re ‘doing it right’. You’ll build a system once, and benefit from it forever.
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From joint accounts to monthly ‘money dates’, lean how to navigate finances in relationships. You’ll also get a crash course in insurance to cover the progress you’ve made so far, AND start planning your next steps toward wealth building with an intro to investing.
the three part system that teaches you everything you need to know about money. Step-by-step:
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Step 1: Financial Foundations
Master your money, before it masters you.
This course is where everything begins, and where your financial security is born. You’ll learn how to manage your cashflow, build savings, understand taxes, use credit cards properly, and create an automated money system that supports your life (not the other way around).
Before you invest a dollar, you need this information. It’s the solid ground your financial future will stand on. -
Step 2: Investing essentials
Build wealth confidently, consistently, and safely.
Once your foundation is in place, it’s time to grow your money. This course walks you through exactly how to build a six-figure, self-directed investing portfolio. No jargon, no guesswork, no intimidating finance bro energy. You’ll learn how to invest safely, how to make smart long-term choices, and how to know you’re doing it right, even if you’re starting from zero. -
Add on: Join The Money Club
Ongoing support, motivation, and answers; whenever you need them.
Both courses are self-paced, but you don’t have to go it along. Join the Monthly Money Meet Up Group for live expert Q&As, new financial lessons each month, and a community of people who get it. Whether you’ve got a specific question or just need a dose of inspiration, think of this as your financial office hours; show up when you need it, stay as long as you’d like.
is this for you?
This course is for you if:
You feel like you make decent money but it disappears the second it hits your account
You’ve tried budgeting apps, financial podcasts, or TikTok hacks, but nothing sticks
You want to stop feeling anxious every time you check your bank balance
You know money isn’t everything, but right now? It feels like the thing holding everything back
You’re ready to finally get your financial sh*t together (without selling your soul or cancelling your life)
about cory fowler
Hi, I’m Cory, the founder of the How To Adult School. I started this platform because I believe everyone deserves access to the personal finance education we never got in school. With a background in entrepreneurship and a passion for financial literacy, I’ve spent years learning how to make money work for us, not the other way around. Now, I’m here to help you build a solid financial foundation, so you can feel confident, secure, and ready to grow your wealth and design your life on your own terms.
FAQs
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Amazing! That means you’re motivated, which is half the battle. This course is designed to fill in the gaps, provide structure, and give you a complete system (not just tips and hacks). Even if you’ve picked up bits and pieces elsewhere, Financial Foundations ties it all together so you’re actually applying what you’ve learned in a way that works.
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You’ll have lifetime access, including any future updates or bonus content. Come back to it anytime you want a refresher, or as your financial situation changes.
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This course was created with Canadians in mind, especially when it comes to topics like taxes, credit, and government accounts. If you’re not in Canada, some content may not apply directly, but many of the foundational skills (like cashflow management, values based spending, and building financial security) are universal.
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This is a self-paced program, so you can move through it on your own schedule. That said, most people complete the course in about 6-8 weeks if they work through 1-2 modules per week. Each module includes short, clear lessons and practical action steps you can implement right away.
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Simple, then you can email me and I’ll send you your money back. No hard feelings, no hoops to jump through. If the course isn’t what you expected, or you realize it;s not the right fit, just send me an email within 30 days of purchase and I’ll issue a full refund. My goal is to help people improve their lives through financial education, not to sell more stuff on the internet.
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I do not. This course is education, not specific personal finance advice. You won’t be told what stocks to buy or exactly what to do with your money and when. You will learn to make those decisions for yourself with clarity and confidence. If you can either give a man a fish once, or teach him to fish for a lifetime, I’m all about teaching him to fish.
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I only offer two courses. Financial Foundations, and Investing Essentials. Once you’ve got your financial base built, you can move on to investing to start growing your wealth, which is why I’ve split them up. Each course is valuable on its own, but they’re designed to work even better together, and offer you the complete financial education you need to succeed. You can also join the Monthly Money Meet Up Group for ongoing support and coaching.