Are you needing new ideas or inspiration when it comes to saving that money? Our Reina Crew this month discusses just that! Don’t miss out and tune into this episode. What you'll learn about in today's episode: Challenges they have had when it comes to saving How they overcame those challenges and started saving more Some creative ways they have saved and others they are wanting to try For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/ 193 Be sure to continue to join us in more ...
Oct 24, 2019•33 min•Season 9Ep. 193
Twins Camilo and Francisco had a good life until their life got turned upside down. They lost their dad at 7 years of age and their mom had to raise 3 boys on her own. Despite enduring financial hardship Camilo and Francisco (known as The Finance Twins) preserved and had an uncanny drive that got them to Harvard, Mayo Clinic and so much more. Be sure to tune in to this episode to hear their inspiring story and how they made me tear up. What you'll learn about in today's episode: The lessons they...
Oct 17, 2019•46 min•Season 9Ep. 192
Each of our journeys is unique and this week’s guest Moni Jefferson has truly an inspiring story. From living in deplorable conditions to bouncing a rent check, paying for beers in quarters and pennies….all helping her grow and move forward in her financial journey. Make sure to listen for all the details of her money story as it has led her to become a successful entrepreneur managing multiple businesses! What you'll learn about in today's episode: What changed after living in a roach-infested ...
Oct 10, 2019•37 min•Season 9Ep. 191
Have you ever heard of a no-spend challenge? If not, no worries I have got you covered because that is the focus of today’s episode. A no-spend challenge can not only help you boost those savings but have a better understanding of your spending while improving your savings habits. What you'll learn about in today's episode: The benefits you don’t want to miss out on from a no-spend challenge What to consider when doing one The key things you need to do after doing the challenge For a quick recap...
Oct 03, 2019•22 min•Season 9Ep. 190
Join us in this candid conversation about Latina heritage with this month’s Reina Crew. You will get to meet Elle Martinez, Mrs. Miller, and Carla Titus This episode was recorded in person at FinCon so you will hear some background noise. Enjoy! For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/ 189 Be sure to continue to join us in more money conversations in our FREE community over here: http://www.jenhemphill.com/community Enjoy this episode and want more? Be sure to subscrib...
Sep 26, 2019•34 min•Season 9Ep. 189
We all experience some sort of struggle and struggle is struggle no matter how minor you may think your struggle is. In this episode, Gidget Benitez shares the financial struggle she overcame that involved homelessness and going hungry. Despite this struggle she has gone on to become a successful lawyer, don’t miss this episode! What you'll learn about in today's episode: The financial struggle she grew up that included being homeless for a bit The wake-up call she had starting college which had...
Sep 19, 2019•34 min•Season 9Ep. 188
Changing the course of your career isn’t always easy, but it is always doable. In this episode, Joselyn Martinez shares how she made the change from wanting to become a lawyer to jumping into a career in acting. She shares the details, how she is making it as an actress and more! What you'll learn about in today's episode: Why she changed her career from being a pre-law student to acting Her best tips as to what has helped her to make it as an actress The biggest money lesson that she has learne...
Sep 12, 2019•37 min•Season 9Ep. 187
If you have been listening to this podcast for a while, you know we always talk about money stories. In this episode, I am taking it a step further and digging further into my money story by asking my parents questions about their money story. While they don’t join me on the podcast, you do hear what I learned. I also present you challenge you at the end of this episode! For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/186 Be sure to continue to join us in more money conversati...
Sep 05, 2019•25 min•Season 9Ep. 186
All throughout the month of August, we spoke about frugality. I have had my own experience and thoughts on it, but I did some reflection after hearing what our guests had to say about this topic. In this mini-episode those thoughts and reflections. Enjoy! For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/185 Be sure to continue to join us in more money conversations in our FREE community over here: http://www.jenhemphill.com/community Enjoy this episode and want more? Be sure to...
Aug 29, 2019•17 min•Season 9Ep. 185
Does living frugal describe your way of life? Or maybe you want to be more frugal but haven’t been successful with it. In this episode, the Reina Crew has an in-depth discussion on frugality which will for sure change your view on the matter. What you'll learn about in today's episode: The various ways frugal can look like for different people An interesting discussion and perspectives on the difference between cheap vs frugal Some valuable lessons on frugality you don’t want to ignore For a qui...
Aug 22, 2019•34 min•Season 9Ep. 184
Have you ever wondered how to become a financial planner? In this episode, Joe Bautista shares exactly what it takes. He also shares why Latinos should pay more attention to this field. What you'll learn about in today's episode: The decision he made when learned that his parents declared bankruptcy The stats of Latino financial planners vs the Latino population in the U.S. What it really takes to become a financial planner His best tips for anyone considering a career as a financial planner For...
Aug 15, 2019•35 min•Season 9Ep. 183
How to stop being broke starts from within, not with your paycheck. In this episode, we chat with Angelina Rosario who found herself broke. This was a turning point in her life to led to reflection, growth and to thriving in her financial life. What you'll learn about in today's episode: The story of when she spent $80k in 3 months How this resulted in finding herself broke with only a piece of salmon and a banana What she did to transform her life from broke to thriving For a quick recap of thi...
Aug 08, 2019•31 min•Season 9Ep. 182
Do you consider yourself to be frugal? Have you found yourself not seeing your savings increase as a result of your hard work? If so this episode is for you. At one time in my life, I was an extremely frugal and I learned some valuable lessons as a result which I want to share with you. What you'll learn about in today's episode: The lessons I have learned from my attempts in frugality One question you need to ask yourself. How to make frugal work for you For a quick recap of this episode go to ...
Aug 01, 2019•18 min•Season 9Ep. 181
We are continuing this month’s travel theme with the Reina Crew where we discuss travel tricks and tricks. There is so much to learn in this one! What you'll learn about in today's episode: Top lessons they each learned about travel saved money One big challenge they each had with travel and money The one trip they are each really proud of and why For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com /180 Be sure to continue to join us in more money conversations in our FREE communi...
Jul 25, 2019•42 min•Season 9Ep. 180
You want to master your money, right? We all want to be able to do this. In this episode, we meet Kayla Nedza who discovered 2 keys that I strongly believe can help you master your money. What you'll learn about in today's episode: Why her father gave her a credit card as a teen and what happened as a result The money lessons she learned that involved grace and confidence Her biggest money challenge she is facing currently For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/ 179 B...
Jul 18, 2019•32 min•Season 9Ep. 179
We each have our own unique money stories that shape us into who we are today. No matter what challenges, wake up calls or surprises arise there is something good to learn from it. It is no different in Christina Igaraividez’s case. She’s an actor, comedian, and storyteller who shares with us her unique story. What you'll learn about in today's episode: One amazing trait her mom passed on to her despite the hardship her mom endured raising her as a single mom The wake-up call she had applying fo...
Jul 11, 2019•33 min•Season 9Ep. 178
How to save for travel is a topic that comes up quite a bit. Have you ever met anyone who doesn't want to vacation more? I know I have not. According to the U.S. Travel association, in 2017 $718.4 billion was spent on leisure travel. That's a ton of money! I don't want to think how much more that number would increase if people were traveling like they wanted to. In this episode I share my view on how to save for travel (and make it a normal part of your life)- because dang it you deserve it! Wh...
Jul 04, 2019•20 min•Season 9Ep. 177
The theme for June is Love & Money and in this episode, I invited Wendy Amara, Elle Martinez, and Cristina Maduro for a raw conversation on their experience with this. They get real and vulnerable and the conversation is so good! What you'll learn about in today's episode: They each share if they had the money talk before they got married and the impact having or not having it has had Each of our Reina Crew shares a time where they weren’t on the same page with their spouse and what has resu...
Jun 27, 2019•46 min•Season 9Ep. 176
Have you ever found yourself where the money you are making is flowing easily only to find later that you are wondering where it went? Our guest Danay Escanaverino found herself in this position at one point of her life. She shares this story, how it changed and the role belief played in her financial life. What you'll learn about in today's episode: She shares what immigrant thinking is and what she saw as a result What happened as an adult when she didn’t know how to balance her checkbook The ...
Jun 20, 2019•38 min•Season 9Ep. 175
Impostor syndrome is not fun to battle. In this episode, Michelle Gomez talks about her experience with it as well as her own financial journey. What you'll learn about in today's episode: What she learned as a girl from the bank’s automated line Her mother’s struggles as a single mom and what she took from it Her dealings with impostor syndrome, what she did to overcome it and what resulted Her top tips in overcoming impostor syndrome so you can improve your financial life For a quick recap of ...
Jun 13, 2019•36 min•Season 9Ep. 174
Money conversations with your significant other is not always an easy task. The reality money conversations are important in a relationship. In this episode, I share 8 money conversations no couple should ignore. I also introduce some new segments of the show! For a quick recap of this episode go to http://www.jenhemphill.com/173 Be sure to continue to join us in more money conversations in our FREE community over here: http://www.jenhemphill.com/comunidad Enjoy this episode and want more? Be su...
Jun 06, 2019•33 min•Season 9Ep. 173
Here is the beginning of Her Dinero Matters 2.0 where there new segments of the show (i.e. Pregunta of the Week, Reina of the Week, monthly Reina Crew (panel discussion) start happening.
Jun 03, 2019•1 min•Season 9Ep. 175
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 30, 2019•35 min•Season 9Ep. 31
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 30, 2019•35 min•Season 9Ep. 30
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 29, 2019•52 min•Season 9Ep. 29
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 29, 2019•47 min•Season 9Ep. 28
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 28, 2019•30 min•Season 9Ep. 26
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 28, 2019•24 min•Season 9Ep. 25
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 27, 2019•42 min•Season 9Ep. 24
Have you ever found yourself saying “I’m starting to sound like my mom (or dad)”? It’s no secret that our upbringing can have a long life impact. This also includes how our parents managed their money. In this episode, Jenny Pulido shares with us how she stopped the cycle of the money conversation being “cosa de adultos” (an adult thing) and so much more. Lo que vas aprender en este episodio (What you'll learn about in today's episode): The response she got after asking her parents a money quest...
May 27, 2019•19 min•Season 9Ep. 23