#13: How First-Gen Wealth Builders Can Save One Month of Expenses
In this episode, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino, a queer Mexican-American money and self-care coach, focuses on helping first-generation wealth builders achieve stage four of financial security which entails saving one month of expenses.
Soledad discusses overcoming guilt, fear, or shame around saving, developing key beliefs necessary for financial progress, identifying essential financial literacy skills, and cultivating habits that support ongoing savings and financial stability.
Soledad also celebrates the podcast reaching 1,000 downloads and sets a personal goal of 25,000 downloads within the first year. Listeners are encouraged to share the podcast and join an upcoming free webinar for a chance to win 12-month access to Wealth Para Todos Academy.
00:00 Webinar Announcement and Introduction
01:17 Celebrating Podcast Milestones
02:35 Understanding Stage Four of Financial Security
04:06 Beliefs First Gen Wealth Builders Need to Save
09:53 Essential Financial Skills
13:46 Habits for Maintaining Financial Security
17:57 Conclusion and Next Steps