• #50: How Renting Clothes Supports My Mental Health, Body, and Budget
    Jan 18 2026

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    In this episode of Wealth Para Todos, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino shares their journey of renting clothes since 2017.

    As a money and self-care coach dedicated to helping marginalized communities, they discuss the financial and emotional benefits of renting clothes, particularly during significant life changes like pregnancy and the pandemic.

    Soledad explains how renting clothes has supported their minimalist lifestyle, provided emotional self-care, and enabled them to dress authentically. They highlight the convenience, cost-effectiveness, and self-affirmation that renting clothes has brought to their life, encouraging listeners to find financial and self-care strategies that work for them.

    00:00 Introduction to Wealth Para Todos

    00:41 Why I Started Renting Clothes

    02:57 Embracing Minimalism and Renting During Pregnancy

    04:36 Post-Pregnancy and Continued Clothing Rentals

    06:44 Pandemic and Clothing Rentals

    08:36 The Emotional and Practical Benefits of Renting Clothes

    09:42 How Renting Clothes Works for Me

    12:59 Final Thoughts on Renting Clothes

    14:59 Podcast Updates and Listener Engagement

    17:05 Conclusion and Disclaimer

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    18 min
  • #49: Everything You Need to Know About Your Employer Retirement Account
    Jan 11 2026

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    In this episode of Wealth Para Todos, host Rita Soledad Fernández Paulino offers invaluable insights for first gen wealth builders on how to navigate their employer retirement accounts. They share personal stories and essential tips to help listeners understand account access, plan options, contribution evaluations, and investment choices.

    Soledad explains the complexities of 401(k), 403(b), 457, and TSP plans, including traditional vs. Roth options, contribution limits, and the significance of employer matches and vesting periods.

    By following their four-stage roadmap to investing in the stock market, listeners will gain confidence to take control of their financial futures.

    00:00 Introduction to Wealth Para Todos

    00:21 The Cost of Not Understanding Employer Retirement Accounts

    01:01 My Personal Journey with Employer Retirement Accounts

    02:34 Understanding Employer Retirement Accounts

    03:32 The Four Stages of Investing in the Stock Market

    03:58 Navigating Employer Retirement Systems

    08:27 Choosing Your Employer Retirement Account Type

    11:31 Contribution Limits and Personal Contributions

    15:28 Choosing Your Investment Assets

    19:37 Employer Matches, Vesting, and Loans

    22:44 Handling Employer Retirement Accounts When Leaving a Job

    24:51 Final Thoughts and Additional Resources

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    28 min
  • #48: Using Money for Joy, Wellness, and Resilience — Ruby’s Story
    Jan 4 2026

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    In this episode, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino speaks with Ruby Oluoch, a creative public speaker and narrative strategist, about her experiences in coaching and financial management.

    Ruby shares her journey from feeling uncomfortable with a significant salary increase to developing financial systems and resilience through the Wealth Para Todos Academy. The conversation delves into the importance of using money as a tool for wellness, dealing with systemic barriers, and the emotional impact of financial stability.

    Ruby emphasizes the importance of self-care and the supportive environment of the academy for marginalized communities.

    00:00 Welcome and Important Announcement

    00:45 Meet Your Host: Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino

    01:06 Introducing Ruby Oluch: Storytelling as Resistance

    01:49 Ruby's Journey to Coaching

    03:09 Financial Goals and Money Management

    04:47 Transformations Through Coaching

    06:51 Navigating Life Events and Building Resilience

    10:52 Using Money to Support Wellness

    18:33 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

    22:43 Disclaimer and Closing Remarks

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    23 min
  • #47: How a Primary Breadwinner Reclaimed Time, Energy, and Joy After Burnout — Nathalia’s Story
    Dec 28 2025

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    In this episode of Wealth Para Todos, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino is joined by Nathalia from @chapina.buildingwealth, a Guatemalan immigrant and first-generation wealth builder, who shares her journey of overcoming $18,000 in credit card debt and her transformation into a money coach.

    Nathalia discusses the pivotal role of self-care in her life, the challenges of balancing work, family, and personal well-being, and the importance of establishing boundaries. She details how hiring Soledad as her self-care coach helped her reclaim joy, implement healthy habits, and improve her financial coaching practice.

    Nathalia provides insights into the D.I.V.E.R.S.E. Self-care framework and shares practical tips for those struggling to find time for self-care amidst their busy lives.

    00:00 Introduction to Wealth Para Todos

    00:21 Meet Nathalia: A Financial Transformation

    01:07 The Journey to Self-Care

    02:21 Recognizing and Addressing Burnout

    07:27 The Impact of Self-Care on Financial Coaching

    11:21 Implementing Self-Care Practices

    15:25 Balancing Work, Family, and Self-Care

    17:54 Choosing the Right Coaching Program

    20:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    23 min
  • #46: What to Do When Your Partner Can’t or Won’t Talk About Money
    Dec 21 2025

    In this episode of Wealth Para Todos, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino breaks down the concept of financial capacity and its impact on relationships. They discuss why some individuals struggle to engage in financial planning and how chronic stress, money trauma, mental health, grief, shame, and overstimulation can affect one's capacity to handle financial matters.

    Soledad provides practical tips for the partner managing finances to cope without becoming resentful and emphasizes the importance of mutual consent, simplified financial systems, and external support. Join the Wealth Para Todos Academy Waitlist for more personalized guidance.

    00:00 Introduction to Wealth Para Todos

    00:58 Understanding Capacity in Financial Planning

    03:44 Impact of Chronic Stress and Burnout

    05:38 Money Trauma and Its Effects

    07:06 Mental Health and Neurodivergence

    09:02 The Role of Grief in Financial Capacity

    10:48 Shame and Self-Protection

    12:02 Overstimulation and Decision Fatigue

    13:53 Managing Finances in a Relationship

    17:53 Tips for Coping Without Resentment

    23:53 Conclusion and Invitation to Wealth Para Todos Academy

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    26 min
  • #45: Why I Don’t Use IULs for Wealth Building (Indexed Universal Life Insurance Explained)
    Dec 14 2025

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    In this episode of Wealth Para Todos Podcast, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino delves into the intricacies of Index Universal Life Insurance (IUL) policies.

    Soledad explains what IULs are, why they are marketed as tax-free retirement solutions, and who they might be suitable for. They discuss the high fees, limited growth, and complexities involved with IULs, highlighting the emotional tactics used to sell these products. Soledad also provides guidance on alternative wealth-building tools like Roth IRAs and emphasizes the importance of financial literacy and being wary of fear-based financial decisions.

    If you're considering an IUL or already have one, the podcast offers practical advice on managing these policies effectively.

    00:00 Introduction to Wealth Para Todos Podcast

    01:01 Understanding Index Universal Life Insurance (IUL)

    02:12 Why IULs are Popular in Certain Communities

    02:54 The Financial Incentives Behind Selling IULs

    04:16 The Emotional Appeal of IULs

    06:25 The Hidden Costs and Risks of IULs

    10:03 When an IUL Might Make Sense

    11:05 Alternatives to IULs

    13:43 Personal Experiences and Final Thoughts

    16:29 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

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    18 min
  • #44: When Your Income Outgrows Your Identity: Carla Santamaría’s First-Gen Story
    Dec 7 2025
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    In this episode of the Wealth Para Todos podcast, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino interviews Carla Santamaria, a first-generation coach who shares her journey of overcoming wealth guilt and achieving financial empowerment.

    Carla Santamaria is a community psychologist, LinkedIn educator, and career strategist who more than doubled her salary in 10 months by leveraging her transferable skills and pivoting industries from higher ed to healthcare to tech. As a Miami-raised, Honduran born immigrant and first-gen professional, Carla is on a mission to help her community build careers that support the lives they truly want to live.

    In addition to her full-time tech job, Carla is the host of The First Gen Coach: A Career Development Podcast for Latinas and First Gen Professionals.Carla has been featured in notable outlets including Univision Noticias, PopSugar Juntos, and Latinas in Tech.

    In this interview, Solead and Carla discuss Carla's initial hesitation and guilt after winning a free membership to the Wealth Para Todos Academy, her journey to overcoming financial anxiety, and how she learned to manage her business finances. The conversation delves into the importance of self-care, understanding systemic inequities, and cultivating a mindset that embraces financial security.

    Carla also speaks about the transformative impact of coaching on her life and promotes her upcoming webinar on negotiating raises. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their financial literacy while maintaining their overall wellness.

    00:00 Introduction to Wealth Para Todos

    00:21 Meet Our First Guest: Carla Santa Maria

    00:54 Carla's Journey to Wealth Para Todos Academy

    02:36 Overcoming Wealth Guilt

    03:54 Financial Milestones and Realizations

    04:59 The Importance of Self-Care in Financial Planning

    06:16 Navigating Systemic Inequities

    14:37 The Role of Coaching in Personal Growth

    16:48 D.I.V.E.R.S.E. Self-Care Practices

    20:32 Knowing Your Numbers: A Financial Shift

    26:26 Who Should Join Wealth Para Todos Academy?

    28:30 Carla's Upcoming Webinar

    29:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    31 min
  • #43: Rebuilding Financial Security After a Layoff
    Nov 30 2025

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    In this episode, host Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino, a queer Mexican-American money and self-care coach, explores how job loss, especially due to external factors like politics or policy, can severely disrupt one's financial security, identity, and nervous system.

    Soledad focuses on the concept of moral injury and how it affects money behavior. They outline the importance of building real financial security through awareness of financial literacy, knowledge of one's numbers, increasing income intentionally, and nurturing a positive money mindset.

    This is supplemented by their D.I.V.E.R.S.E. self-care approach, which emphasizes nurturing the nervous system to make clear financial decisions post-layoff.

    The episode ends with an invitation to join the Wealth Para Todos Academy for further support in building durable financial safety.

    00:22 Reflecting on Job Loss and Its Impact

    01:39 Understanding the Political Layoff

    02:06 The Myth of Job Security

    03:03 Building Financial Systems for Security 05:22 Moral Safety and Its Disruption

    07:01 Navigating Emotional Reactions to Layoffs

    10:19 The Wealth Building Cycle

    11:16 D.I.V.E.R.S.E. Self-Care After a Layoff

    15:31 Developing Financial Literacy

    19:49 Knowing Your Numbers

    22:13 Increasing Your Income with Intention

    23:39 Redefining Security and Stability

    27:53 Conclusion and Next Steps


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    31 min