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.
Episodes
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Jan 10, 2025 • 10min
Winning Financially in 2025: Getting a Deal with Your Credit Card
Discover how to negotiate your credit card terms like a pro. Learn key strategies to lower annual fees, interest rates, and late fees. It’s all about advocating for yourself and getting the best deal on your hard-earned money. The episode also highlights how leveraging your credit score can work in your favor. Plus, get actionable tips and scripts to make negotiations easier and more effective. Don't leave money on the table—you deserve better financial terms!
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Jan 8, 2025 • 11min
Winning Financially in 2025: Setting Yourself Up For Retirement
The very first step in making a successful retirement plan (yes, even before starting that IRA) is to know how much you’ll actually need for retirement. Today, Nicole answers a question from a listener about how the heck to make that prediction. Tune in to find out!
Jan 6, 2025 • 22min
Winning Financially in 2025: Making a Budget
Discover how to master your finances for 2025 with practical budgeting tips. Learn to allocate funds for essentials, retirement, and fun activities like vacations. Gain insights into creating a spending plan that makes budgeting feel less daunting. Explore effective strategies for setting financial goals that match your lifestyle dreams. Plus, uncover the secrets to tracking your spending effectively and adjusting your budget to align with personal aspirations.
Jan 3, 2025 • 17min
Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Making Your First Investment
Learn the essential steps to make your first investment and set up a brokerage account. Discover the different types of brokerage accounts and how to fund them. Gain insights on smart investment choices to maximize your returns over time. Explore practical tips for new investors and understand the value of self-investment. Resources like the Public app are highlighted as useful tools to enhance your investing experience.
Jan 1, 2025 • 13min
Are You Financial Healthy? 5 Tips To Improve Your Financial Fitness
Discover why financial health should be part of your overall wellness journey. Learn five actionable tips to enhance your financial fitness, like establishing a wealth routine and utilizing positive reinforcement for bill payments. Emphasizing the connection between self-care and financial wellness, the conversation promotes a positive mindset towards managing finances. Dive into practical strategies that blend mindfulness with money management, transforming your approach to financial tasks into a fulfilling practice.
Dec 31, 2024 • 32min
Winning in Real Estate with Kelly Killoren Bensimon
Kelly Killoren Bensimon, a real estate expert and former star of Real Housewives of New York, dives into the craziness of the housing market. She shares essential tips for navigating investment properties and standing out in rental applications. Kelly also discusses her journey from a personal crisis to impressive real estate success, along with her thoughts on potentially rejoining the RHONY cast. Tune in for her insights on authenticity, financial independence, and the realities of being a reality TV star!
Dec 30, 2024 • 27min
Financial New Year’s Resolutions That Work with Peter Mallouk (CEO of Creative Planning)
Peter Mallouk, CEO of Creative Planning, shares valuable insights on making New Year’s financial resolutions stick. He emphasizes the importance of setting achievable goals and automating financial decisions for success. Listeners learn about common investment mistakes to avoid and the emotional biases that can cloud judgment, such as panic selling and trend-based buying. Mallouk also discusses navigating inflation in the current economy, urging a disciplined approach to investment planning for a stable financial future.
Dec 27, 2024 • 35min
"I Feel Behind in My Career. Help!"
This week features a compelling conversation on rekindling career trajectories. The hosts discuss the challenges of feeling stagnant and the importance of vulnerability in sharing professional struggles. They emphasize setting clear financial goals and exploring multiple income streams for growth. Insights reveal how identifying needs can turn insecurities into opportunities. Finally, a humorous take on unique career beginnings adds levity to the discussion, making it clear that passion and self-reflection are vital in navigating one's professional journey.
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Dec 26, 2024 • 36min
"I Have Too Many Ideas and Analysis Paralysis. Help!"
This discussion dives into the struggle of analysis paralysis when making career decisions. A listener grapples with job dissatisfaction despite a fulfilling personal life. The hosts offer a formula to help clarify which aspects of work need change and suggest reframing pivots as experiments. They also emphasize the benefit of limiting choices to enhance decision-making. Through the lens of personal insights, they highlight the journey towards fulfilling work by aligning aspirations with practical career paths.
Dec 25, 2024 • 27min
Call Him Daddy... At Work?
Ever wondered if mixing romance with work is a recipe for disaster? Discover humorous anecdotes about networking flubs and embarrassing voice memos that expose personal lives at the office. Get tips on when to keep professional and personal identities separate, highlighted by a memorable nickname mishap. The hosts share lighthearted warnings about the chaotic moments that arise when boundaries blur, all while revealing why maintaining clarity in workplace relationships is essential. It's a fun dive into work-life balance!
