In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we’re diving into one of the most avoided — yet absolutely essential — conversations in personal finance: estate planning. Host [Your Name] sits down with Alexandra Sepulveda, Head of Legal at Trust & Will, to break down the myths, cultural taboos, and emotional barriers that often keep us from preparing for the inevitable.

Alexandra shares her deeply personal journey that began after a close brush with tragedy in her own family — and how that experience ignited her passion for helping others protect their legacy. Together, they discuss how to start the conversation with loved ones, why estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy, and how digital tools like Trust & Will are breaking down barriers to make legacy planning more accessible than ever.

From defining what an “estate” really is (hint: it’s everything you own!) to understanding the difference between a will and a trust, this episode is your crash course in protecting your hard-earned assets and ensuring your loved ones are cared for — without the financial chaos.

💬 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

[00:03:25] Why talking about death and money doesn’t have to be scary — it’s an act of love 💛

[00:08:10] How Alejandra’s family story inspired her mission to make estate planning accessible

[00:15:20] The difference between a will and a trust (and why you might need both)

[00:22:45] When to create or update your estate plan (hint: it’s sooner than you think!)

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Estate planning isn’t about death — it’s about legacy.
• You don’t need to be wealthy to need a will or trust.
• Life changes fast — keep your estate plan updated!
• Digital platforms like Trust & Will make it easier than ever to protect what you’ve built.

🛠️ Resources Mentioned:

• Visit trustandwill.com to start your estate plan today.
• Explore the Trust & Will blog for guides on wills, trusts, and family planning.

💌 Let’s Keep the Conversation Going:

DM us or tag @YoQuieroDineroPodcast to share your estate planning journey! Your story could inspire someone else to take action.

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This week on Yo Quiero Dinero, Jannese sits down with Cristina Olivarez—award-winning visibility and leadership coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Social Butterfly Gal and Hustle + Socialize. Cristina shares her journey from chasing the “perfect” career path in broadcast journalism to building her own platforms that empower Latinas and women of color to step into visibility unapologetically.

From navigating rejection in traditional media to creating her own conference, Cristina opens up about the power of storytelling, embracing pivots in business, and how authenticity builds lasting leadership. If you’ve ever struggled with showing up online, owning your voice, or figuring out how to lead in your community, this episode will inspire you to embrace your visibility as a superpower.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

15:49 The “cookie-cutter” script many Latinas are given—and how Cristina rewrote it for herself.

23:52 Giving yourself permission to pivot in business and in life.

24:56 The origin story and impact of the Hustle + Socialize conference.

26:11 Why centering Latinas and women of color in business is both revolutionary and necessary.

28:45 Why visibility is more than marketing—it’s about legacy and leadership.

33:54 Practical first steps to start building your personal brand and showing up online.

Resources & Links:

• Follow Cristina on Instagram: @thesocialbutterflygal | @hustleandsocialize
• Listen to her podcast: Unapologetically Visible (Apple, Spotify, YouTube)
• Visit: thesocialbutterflygal.net
• Get your free guide: The Financially Lit Latina

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In this episode of Yo Quiero Dinero, host Jannese Torres sits down with Elena Gergis, the creator behind Made With Sazón, to talk about the journey from beauty blogging to becoming a viral Puerto Rican food content creator. Elena shares how rediscovering her cultural roots led to explosive growth online, why niching down matters, and how consistency pays off when building a brand. From her viral coquito recipe to monetizing her website and landing brand deals, Elena gives a real look into what it takes to grow as a solo creator while balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. This conversation is full of practical lessons for anyone thinking about launching their own content brand.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

2:01 Elena’s transition from beauty and lifestyle blogging to food content

4:30 The power of embracing your culture and niche to stand out online

7:26 What it feels like to go viral—and how to prepare for it

13:30 Elena’s income streams: ads, brand partnerships, and social media monetization

21:13 What she's accomplished so far

24:34 What Inspired her to build on Youtube

26:21 How she structures her days as a mom and creator

35:00 The role of AI and automation tools in her business

37:46 Elena’s vision for the future—including cookbooks, TV appearances, and more

Resources & Links:

• Follow Elena on all platforms:@madewithsaz0n
• Visit her website for recipes: https://curlsnpearlsss.com/
• Learn more about Jannese: yoquierodineropodcast.com

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