Balance Traditions and Wealth-Building with ‘Culturally Competent’ Tips from Jannese Torres

Understand how first-gen Americans can achieve financial success with tips for balancing cultural obligations and wealth-building strategies. How can first-generation Americans grow their wealth and protect their money? How can you set financial boundaries with family and friends while staying committed to your long-term financial goals? Hosts Sean Pyles and Kim Palmer discuss the unique financial challenges faced by first-generation Americans and immigrant families to help you understand strategies for achieving financial independence. They begin with a discussion of tips and tricks on managing dual financial pressures of supporting oneself and one's parents and breaking cycles of poverty through self-compassion and financial education. Jannese Torres, host of the personal finance podcast Yo Quiero Dinero , joins Kim to discuss the importance of building a strong financial support network tailored to individual needs. They discuss strategies for identifying trustworthy financial advisors, setting and maintaining financial boundaries with family and friends, and gracefully declining costly invitations in favor of ensuring long-term financial success. This episode is essential listening for anyone navigating cultural and familial obligations while striving for financial independence. In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: financial success, first-generation Americans, wealth building strategies, Jannese Torres, mastering money, immigrant families, navigating financial challenges, first-gen success, building wealth, immigrant stories, financial freedom, new Americans, supporting family, financial goals, empowering immigrant communities, financial literacy, actionable advice, cultural responsibilities, retirement savings, breaking cycles of poverty, self-compassion, financial stability, culturally competent education, financial trauma, financial support network, trustworthy advisors, financial boundaries, costly events, long-term financial success, multiple income streams, personal finance, and money beliefs. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com . Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices