Yo Quiero Dinero

This week on Yo Quiero Dinero, Jannese is joined by the brilliant and unfiltered Eduek Brooks, a Canadian financial educator and founder of Two Sides of a Dime. Sis does not play when it comes to money — and in this episode, she gets real about how she paid off $47,000 of debt in just 20 months, turned her financial rock bottom into a thriving business, and created the Surplus Method — a roadmap that’s helping women all over reclaim their money power.If you’ve ever felt like traditional personal finance advice wasn’t built with you in mind, this episode is your antidote. Eduek throws out the cookie-cutter advice and breaks down why building wealth as a woman of color requires a whole new approach — one rooted in mindset, community, and actual surplus (aka: MONEY LEFT OVER after your bills are paid!). What We Cover:The exact moment Eduek decided she was DONE being brokeWhy she still invested while paying off debt (and how it paid off big)Her no-fluff guide to building a plan you can actually stick toCelebrating small wins & avoiding burnout on your debt-free journeyThe truth about high earners still living paycheck to paycheckA breakdown of the Surplus Method (S.U.R.P.L.U.S.) and how to use itHow Eduek knew it was time to quit her 9-5 and go full-time in her bizCanadian investment accounts 101 (hello, tax-free savings!)Why mini-retirements are part of her wealth strategyQuote:“Your income builds wealth, but your surplus is what gets you to your goals.”👑 Meet Our Guest:Eduek Brooks is a financial educator and the powerhouse behind Two Sides of a Dime. Through her membership community, Surplus Stack Society, she helps women ditch debt, build savings, and invest confidently — without sacrificing the joy of living. She’s not here to make you feel guilty about Starbucks. She’s here to help you stack, save, and spend with intention.📲 Follow Eduek:Instagram: @twosidesofadimeJoin the Surplus Stack Society: surplusstacksociety.comMore from YQD™:Full show notes: Visit our blog.Watch the full interview on YouTube — don’t forget to subscribe!Grab my book Financially Lit! in English or Español.Ready to level up? Learn more about our signature programs.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — Get 10% off your first month: betterhelp.com/dinero Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when you do everything “right”—go to college, land the six-figure job, make your family proud—and still end up buried in debt, burned out, and feeling trapped? In this episode, Jannese sits down with Rose Han, a first-gen wealth builder, YouTuber, and now author of Add A Zero. Rose opens up about her journey from over $100K in student loan debt to becoming a self-made millionaire, and the mindset shifts, financial strategies, and rebellious choices that made it possible.We talk about:The real impact of student loan debt on millennials & Gen Z’s version of the American DreamWhy “employee income” is the least free kind of income (and what to focus on instead)Rose’s Add A Zero framework for going from negative net worth to your first million—step by stepHow money identity, family conditioning, and cultural expectations shape our financial choicesWhy sometimes you have to ignore your parents’ advice and carve your own pathThe freedom and fulfillment that come when you stop playing small and start building wealth on your own termsIf you’ve ever felt stuck in debt, confused about money, or pressured to follow someone else’s script for success, this conversation is your permission slip to rewrite your financial story.📘 Grab your copy of Add A Zero at addazero.com and get access to Rose’s bonus content.📺 Follow Rose on YouTube and socials: @itsrosehan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Jannese is joined by Victor Zeledón (@ourjourneywithless) a husband, dad, and Airbnb mentor who proves you don’t need six figures, a trust fund, or a fancy investing background to build wealth through real estate.Victor started with what most of us already have: a home, two extra rooms, and a need to build an emergency fund. Fast forward seven years and those two rooms turned into five cash-flowing rentals, a fully retired wife, homes in multiple states, and a roadmap to financial freedom.This convo is packed with gems, game-changing strategies, and the kind of transparency that our comunidad NEEDS to hear — because real estate is not “just for other people.” It’s for us, too.What We Get Into04:30 — Who’s actually renting rooms on Airbnb? (It’s not who you think!)05:50 — How they scaled from 1 room to 5 properties.06:40 — The real talk on hosting strangers: Safety, locks, boundaries, and vibes.08:15 — Airbnb vs. traditional renting: Why Airbnb was the wealth-building accelerator.09:20 — The Airbnb landscape in 2025: Regulations, fees, and why boring listings get no love.13:00 — Wild host lessons: What every new host should prepare for (yes, including tias who leave surprises).14:30 — Emergency funds + financial safety nets: How to protect your pockets.16:20 — Is Airbnb still worth it today? Victor breaks it down.17:30 — Why they bought in Waco & Tulsa: Out-of-state investing made simple.19:10 — How they bought a house in Tulsa with $0 out-of-pocket.20:40 — How to manage rentals remotely without losing your mind.24:00 — The family vision: From paying off debt → replacing his wife’s income → full financial freedom.26:00 — How Victor mentors new Airbnb hosts for FREE through the Airbnb Ambassador Program.Top TakeawaysStart where you are. A spare room can be your entry point into real estate — not a barrier.Airbnb hosting is work, but the income potential is REAL. Many hosts earn 2–3x a traditional rental.2025 is still a viable year to invest, especially if you explore mid-term rentals and lower-cost markets.About Our GuestFollow Victor: @ourjourneywithless He offers free Airbnb mentorship in English & Spanish through the Airbnb Ambassador Program.Links MentionedFree Financial Guide: courses.yoquierodineropodcast.comOrder Financially Lit!: FinanciallyLitBook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful episode, Jannese sits down with Jessica Fick of The Fioneers to break down one of the most game-changing concepts in the financial independence movement: Coast FI.If the traditional FIRE path has ever felt too intense, too extreme, or too unrealistic (hello, $20k/year budgets and biking everywhere), this conversation will feel like a breath of fresh air.Jessica shares how she and her husband hit COAST-FI in their early 30s, how stepping off the corporate treadmill unexpectedly increased their savings rate, how they stopped using money to cope with burnout, and how Coast FI ultimately gave them the freedom to build a life aligned with their values — travel, entrepreneurship, flexibility, and joy.If you’ve ever wondered: “Is early retirement even realistic for me?” or “What would it take to never HAVE to work again?” this episode is your blueprint.💬 What We Get Into01:20 — What The Fioneers are all about: designing lives you love02:09 — Are they OGs? A look back at the early FIRE movement03:25 — Why extreme frugality turned so many people off04:31 — What Coast FI actually means (hint: not living on the coasts!)05:20 — The “aha moment” that changed Jessica’s entire financial life06:50 — The freedom Coast FI gives: sabbaticals, risks, lifestyle design07:37 — Why retirement is NOT an age — and how to rethink it16:08 — Their financial starting point + saving 30–35% on nonprofit salaries17:57 — Were they over-saving? Money dynamics in their marriage19:42 — How their savings rate hit 50% without trying27:30 — Her husband’s sabbatical → entrepreneurship → more freedom28:44 — They haven’t contributed to retirement in 2 YEARS… and still on track?!35:10 — Coast FI for older adults (yes, even if you’re 45+)37:22 — It all comes back to: know your numbers + intentional spending47:20 — Proactive ways to prep for healthcare costs48:25 — Why uncertainty shouldn’t stop you from pursuing FI49:53 — “If you lost everything, you could rebuild.” A listener storycheck out Jessica’s previous episode herehttps://yoquierodineropodcast.com/podcasts/episode-84/📌 Links MentionedThe Fioneers Coast FI CalculatorThe Fioneers on YouTube @PhioneersTheFioneers.com📚 Resources to Check Out✨ Get my FREE financial freedom guide: courses.yoquierodineropodcast.com📘 Grab my book: FinanciallyLitBook.com🔥 Join the Black Friday waitlist: yoquierodineropodcast.com/friday Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Jannese sits down with therapist, writer, and Latina mental health educator Israa Nasir for a conversation that is about to drag all of us (in the best way). We're talking toxic productivity—why we glorify burnout, why rest feels like a sin, and why so many of us (especially first-gen, immigrant, and women-of-color communities) feel like the whole world will fall apart if we slow down for 5 minutes.if you feel guilty taking a nap, or if your self-worth is low-key tied to your to-do list… yeah. This episode is for you.What We Get Into02:02 – The Moment She Realized Productivity Was Becoming Toxic03:41 – First-Gen & Immigrant Upbringing + Hustle Culture05:48 – Rest = Laziness? The Messages We Grew Up With07:34 – The Emotional Payoff Behind Chronic Busyness10:32 – Toxic Productivity vs. Healthy Productivity14:44 – When Work Becomes a Coping Mechanism16:56 – The Financial Pressure to Keep Producing18:06 – Creativity as a Tool for Emotional Regulation21:42 – Stop Monetizing Your Joy22:43 – Social Media, Comparison, & Overstimulation27:00 – It’s Not a Willpower Issue28:41 – Separating Your Worth from Your Achievements31:38 – How Busyness Is Breaking Community & Connection34:33 – Israa’s Personal Boundaries & How She Stays Healthy37:03 – Jannese’s Own Experience with Burnout & Book Tour Story.39:23 – Breaking the Cycle as Parents43:23 – Screens, Exhaustion & Parenting in Survival ModeAbout Today’s GuestIsraa Nasir is a therapist, writer, and the author of Toxic Productivity. Her work focuses on emotional wellness, preventative mental health, and giving people the language they need to understand themselves. Her Substack dives deeper into culture, identity, emotional regulation, and community care.📘 Book: Toxic Productivity 🌐 Website: israanasir.com 📝 Substack: longform insights + tools 📲 IG: @well.guideJoin the Black Friday Waitlist!Don’t miss the biggest deals of the year! Get early access to my exclusive Black Friday offers, available ONLY to waitlisters.👉 Join here: yoquierodineropodcast.com/fridayGrab My FREE Guide: The Financially Lit Latina!If you're ready to start building wealth but don’t know where to begin, download my free step-by-step dinero guide.👉 courses.yoquierodineropodcast.com📚 Get the Financially Lit! BookMy new book, Financially Lit!, is your roadmap to money confidence, wealth building, and financial freedom.👉 FinanciallyLitBook.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.