In this episode, Luis talks about why making more money won’t necessarily make you happier, and things you can do to increase your happiness on your way to wealth. Luis is the founder of Build a Better Financial Future LLC. He came to the U.S. at age 11 from the Dominican Republic. Growing up in New York City Luis noticed the lack of financial literacy in his community and was inspired by his parents to work hard and pursue an education. 

From participating as an FPA NexGen ambassador and host, to speaking at the CFP Board Center for Financial Planning’s Diversity Summit, Luis uses his platform to help spread financial literacy via media outreach as well as encourage younger and diverse planners to join and thrive in the industry.

He is the host of the “On My Way to Wealth” podcast, co-founder of the BlatinX (BLX) Internship Program and LatinXcellence – an initiative that seeks to bring awareness to and help close the wealth gap in the LatinX community.  Luis was named one of InvestmentNews 40 Under 40 in 2019 and Financial Advisor Magazine’s 10 Young Advisors to Watch, as well as Investopedia Top 100 Financial Advisors in 2020. 

Notes:

In this episode, Luis discusses the following and more:

• Why higher income is not necessarily the road to happiness
• The three things that happier people buy with their money
• Reflecting on your goals as they relate to your values

Resources:

• Download the 3 Fundamental “Money Moves” to Make Before Turning 45
• LatinXcellence, more than a brand, it’s a movement!
• How Happier People Spend Their Money by Jeff Haden via Inc
•  Inc Article by Paul Keegan about the story of Dan Price and Gravity Payments
• Luis’ Instagram
• Luis’ Facebook
• Luis’ LinkedIn
• Luis’ Twitter
• On My Way To Wealth YouTube Channel