Financial literacy is something most people know nothing about until life forces them to learn. It gets even harder when you’ve moved from another country and now must learn a completely new financial system. This podcast exists to make these complex topics, simple and to share resources that can help you avoid costly mistakes on your personal finance journey. Hear from your host, Reni the Resource, who will give her take on what she would do in certain situations. You will also hear from guests who have made financial mistakes and hear their experiences, so you don’t have to make them.
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If you've ever set New Year’s financial resolutions that fade by March, this episode is for you.
In this episode, Reni breaks down the money truths you need to hear even if they sting a little. From understanding your real numbers to aligning spending with priorities, building systems over relying on fleeting motivation, and embracing the “boring steps” that lead to financial freedom, Reni lays it all out.
This episode is a reset, helping you start 2026 with clarity, structure, and practical strategies that actually work. Whether you want to save more, invest consistently, or simply feel less stressed about money, this episode makes taking action approachable and realistic.
DISCLAIMER:The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
Don’t go broke trying to have a baby with IVF (Part 2)
Season 4 · Episode 21
Friday, September 12, 2025 • Duration 35:10
This is Part Two of Efe’s powerful story on Don’t Go Broke Trying. If you haven’t listened to Part One yet, we recommend starting there before coming back to this episode for the full picture.
In this episode, Reni continues her honest conversation with Efe about her IVF journey. Efe opens up about the pain of miscarriage, the support of her husband, and how her faith and finances carried her through.
She also shares how IVF changed the way she thinks about money, why choosing the right partner is so important, and the advice she has for families who may be considering IVF.
This episode is full of real lessons about money, love, faith and resilience.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
How Efe found resilience and strength through faith during her most painful moments
Why the right partner can make all the difference in the IVF journey
The ongoing physical and emotional toll IVF takes, even after birth
Practical steps to prepare financially for IVF without going broke
Why motherhood is more than just giving birth
Efe’s advice for families considering IVF
Whether you’re preparing for IVF yourself or supporting someone on that journey, this episode is a heartfelt reminder of the courage, faith, and that with the right support, planning, and mindset, you can hold onto your dream of family without losing financial stability.
In this episode of Don’t Go Broke Trying, Reni sits down with Efe, who shares her five-year journey through IVF from the emotional rollercoaster to the heavy financial realities that come with trying to conceive this way.
This is Part 1 of Efe’s story, where she opens up about the physical, emotional, and financial toll of IVF while breaking down the hidden costs that most people never talk about.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
What government funding and insurance actually cover and what they don’t
The emotional and physical toll of IVF treatments
The step-by-step IVF process explained in simple terms
The hidden costs of IVF beyond treatment
The true financial costs of IVF in Canada
Smart financial strategies for the journey through IVF
Whether you’re planning for IVF or just want to understand the realities behind the headlines, this episode is a powerful reminder of the resilience and preparation required to grow a family, without going broke trying.
Stay tuned for Part 2, releasing next week, where Efe dives even deeper into her journey and the lessons she learned along the way.
Coinfessions: The Messy Side of Love, Family and Money
Season 4 · Episode 19
Friday, August 22, 2025 • Duration 31:07
In this episode of Don’t Go Broke Trying, Reni is back with another round of Coinfessions. From a wife wanting to retire from lottery winnings, to a boyfriend with poor financial habits, to a parent demanding a cut of their child’s inheritance, Reni shares her honest thoughts on what’s smart, what’s risky, and what she’d do differently.
She also unpacks the tricky topic of money in families and relationships, like setting financial boundaries, protecting yourself from a partner’s money mistakes, and knowing when it’s time to walk away.
What you'll learn in this episode:
How to deal with a partner who isn’t financially responsible
Why setting money boundaries is a form of self-protection
The dangers of ignoring money red flags in relationships
When it’s okay to say no to family financial demands
Reni’s honest take on balancing love, loyalty, and money
Whether you’re married, dating, or navigating money with family, this episode will give you practical insights to handle financial conflicts with confidence and clarity.
If you've ever wondered how to build wealth as a Muslim without compromising your values, this episode is your perfect starting point.
In this insightful conversation, Reni sits down with Shakira, a halal investing advocate, who breaks down the fundamentals of faith-conscious investing. From screening stocks and ETFs to navigating crypto, mortgages, and real estate, she explains what’s halal, what’s not, and how to confidently take control of your financial future. She also outlines the exact steps a new Muslim investor should take from opening a brokerage account and funding a TFSA, to choosing halal ETFs, purifying dividends, and monitoring compliance quarterly.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What halal investing really means and how it works
Tools and platforms to screen halal investments
How to start building your investment portfolio the halal way
What “halal” and “haram” mean in the context of money and investing
The best apps to check if an investment is halal
How to transition out of non-halal investments (without panic or guilt)
Whether you're just starting out or seeking a values-aligned way to grow your money, this episode is packed with clarity, practical steps, and thoughtful insights.
Prenups 101: What They Are, Why You Need One, and When to Get It
Season 4 · Episode 17
Friday, July 25, 2025 • Duration 46:02
In this eye-opening episode of Don’t Go Broke Trying, Reni sits down with Aimee Schalles and Amanda Baron, two practicing lawyers and co-founders of Jointly, a legal tech platform making prenups and cohabitation agreements more accessible for everyday Canadians.
Together, they unpack the stigma around prenups and explain why legal agreements like prenups, postnups, and cohabitation contracts are important tools for anyone in a serious relationship, not just for celebrities and millionaires.
From breaking down what these agreements really mean, to busting the myths that make people avoid them, this conversation will make you rethink what financial protection in love actually looks like.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The difference between prenups, postnups, and cohabitation agreements
Why everyone, not just wealthy couples should consider one
How to bring up a prenup with your partner (without killing the romance)
What a prenup can and can’t include (especially when it comes to kids, houses, and businesses)
How to use these agreements as tools of care, not conflict
This episode will leave you with a clear understanding of what prenups are (and aren’t), why they’re not just for the rich and famous, and how they can actually strengthen your relationship not weaken it.
In this episode of Don't Go Broke Trying, Reni sits down with writer and personal finance expert, Shannon Terrell from Nerdwallet Canada to break down the ins and outs of debt consolidation and how to do it right.
Whether you're drowning in multiple credit card bills or juggling personal loans, this episode walks you through smart ways to simplify your repayments without falling into more financial traps.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
What debt consolidation really means
How to tell if debt consolidation is the right option for you
The biggest myths and mistakes people make when consolidating their debt
Shannon’s proven strategies for paying off debt without going broke
Steps to take before and after consolidating to stay financially on track
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by multiple debts, or just exploring your options, this episode will help you make smart, confident decisions so you can take control of your finances without going broke.
The No-Stress Guide to Investing In Nigeria Ft. Yanmo
Season 4 · Episode 15
Friday, June 27, 2025 • Duration 42:32
In this episode of Don't Go Broke Trying, Reni is joined by Yanmo Omorogbe, co-founder of Bamboo, to break down everything you need to know about starting your investment journey, no matter how little money or experience you have.
They talk through how the Bamboo app works, what makes it trustworthy, and how you can start investing in Naira or USD with as little as ₦50k. Yanmo explains the difference between US and Nigerian stocks, the perks of managed portfolios, and how to avoid the trap of waiting for the “perfect” time to start.
If investing has ever felt overwhelming, intimidating, or just out of reach, this episode is your simple, relatable guide to getting started and building wealth, one small step at a time.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why you don’t need a lot of money to start investing
The difference between Nigerian stocks, US stocks, ETFs, and fixed-income options
How Bamboo protects your money and earns user trust
What a managed portfolio is and who it’s perfect for
Why the best time to invest is right now
Whether you’re just starting out or trying to get back into investing, this episode will help you build confidence, take action, and grow your money without going broke trying.
Coinfessions: Money in Relationships – What’s Smart, What’s Risky.
Season 4 · Episode 14
Friday, June 13, 2025 • Duration 37:31
In this episode of Don't Go Broke Trying, Reni is back with another round of real, messy Coinfessions. From a husband separating accounts because of his wife’s debt, to a mom using her daughter’s college fund to pay off a dream house, Reni shares her honest thoughts on what’s smart, what’s risky, and what she’d do differently.
She also unpacks the tricky topic of managing money in relationships like splitting finances, talking about debts, and setting boundaries without causing tension.
What you'll learn in this episode:
How to set financial boundaries without damaging your relationship
Reni’s honest take on handling love and money the smart way
When it might make sense to split finances in a relationship
How to navigate money conversations with your partner
Why hiding debt can lead to bigger issues
Whether you're navigating money with a partner or preparing for those conversations in the future, this episode will help you handle real-life financial decisions with clarity, confidence, and common sense.
Making over $500K From Content Creation: What Worked, What Didn’t, and What’s Next
Season 4 · Episode 14
Friday, May 30, 2025 • Duration 24:46
In this episode of Don't Go Broke Trying, Reni gets real about her journey as a content creator and how not to go broke trying to “make it.”
She walks you through how she diversified her income over the years and also breaks down some mistakes creators make, especially as beginners, from chasing brand deals to underpricing their services/self.
Reni also reflects on her 5-year journey as a creator, from simply wanting to share financial knowledge to landing over 25 paid speaking engagements this year alone. If you're building a platform or dreaming of turning your content into a real career, this episode gives you the roadmap to do it wisely, profitably, and with purpose.
What you'll learn in this episode:
How to treat your content like a business
How to build authority and attract high-value opportunities
Mistakes content creators make and how to not to make them
Reni’s personal journey and best lessons from 5 years of content creation
Outsourcing as a content creator
Whether you're just starting out or already creating content consistently, this episode will help you think bigger, earn smarter, and grow your influence without going broke in the process.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. This is NOT financial advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before investing.
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