Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin
Money News Network
Ever notice that we will talk about everything before we talk about money? Sex? No problem. Politics? Bring it on. Money? Totally taboo. But not for long! Nicole Lapin— the only financial expert you don’t need a dictionary to understand, New York Times best-selling author, and host of Money Rehab— is here to rehab your wallet, so you can get your financial life together once and for all. Episodes are just ten minutes-ish... no frills, just bite-sized tips and tricks so you don’t waste any time. And Nicole wants to hear from YOU! Email the money questions you want answered to moneyrehab@moneynewsnetwork.com and Nicole will help–and you could even join Nicole on the show for a one-on-one intervention.
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Jul 12, 2021 • 11min
Insider Hacks for a Credit Score Glow-Up
If you’re flunking your credit report, you’ll pay a higher interest rate on your credit card… when you’re buying a home, it will screw with your mortgage rate (and closing costs), and it can be the deciding factor in whether you can get a mortgage at all; and if you need to take out a loan for something important, banks will look at your credit score to approve you… or…. Not. Long story short: you need to ace your credit report. Here are five new tips from Nicole on boosting your credit score. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 9, 2021 • 20min
Change Maker - Devon Kennard, Athlete, on Paying College Athletes and “Mailbox Money”
Not only is Devon Kennard the linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals, but he’s also a philanthropist, real estate investor, soon-to-be financial author and now, Money Rehabber! Listen up for his real estate hacks, tips for negotiating contracts, and more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 8, 2021 • 20min
Time to Wine about Money
After following Nicole’s 3 E’s and putting your spending plan together… are you struggling to figure out how to fit wining and dining into your budget? We gotchu! Today, Nicole talks to sommelier Sarah Tracey (the mind behind the blog @thelushlife). They cover the best wines on a budget… plus, the lingo you need to know to sound like a wine expert. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 7, 2021 • 12min
Mo’ Mortgage, Mo’ Problems Pt 2
In Part 2 of Nicole’s primer on mortgages, she shares her tips on interest rates… and her all-time favorite mortgage hack. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 6, 2021 • 11min
Mo’ Mortgage, Mo’ Problems Pt 1
Buying a house has historically been a big part of the American Dream… but a mortgage? What a nightmare! In Part 1 of Nicole’s primer on mortgages, she breaks down how to make your mortgage work (for you). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 5, 2021 • 11min
It Pays to Live in Certain States… Here are Nicole’s Picks!
Happy birthday, America! To celebrate, Nicole breaks down which states give their residents the most tax love… and how it could save you big. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 2, 2021 • 21min
Change Maker - Melissa Ben-Ishay, Founder, on Unapologetically Following her Gut and How Getting Fired Kick-Started her Company
Melissa Ben-Ishay tells Nicole Baked by Melissa’s whirlwind origin story, her tips on building a team, and how she learned the language of business.
Jul 1, 2021 • 13min
What to Financially Expect When You're Expecting
Babies are tiny and cute... and yet, there’s nothing tiny or cute about the way a mini-me will affect your spending plan. Nicole shares six things you NEED to do if you’re expecting. For more info, go to: https://childcare.gov/consumer-education/financial-assistance-for-families Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 30, 2021 • 16min
Choose Your Fighter: 401k or Roth IRA
401k... IRA… alphabet soup… help? Nicole breaks down the difference between the darlings of the retirement world, and how to know which option is right for you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 29, 2021 • 13min
Minimum Wage is a Broken System - Here's Why (and Why You Should Care)
In the United States, there are 1.1 million workers making minimum wage or below. Nicole breaks down why they should all be making more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
