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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May 31, 2023 • 12min
You May Be Richer Than You Think. Here's Why.
Nicole gives her weekly pulse check on Wall Street. Today: the complicated story of America's household savings. By some metrics, the average American net worth is on the rise. But on the other side of the coin, we're facing an uphill battle. So, what's the real story? Nicole explains.
May 30, 2023 • 13min
Student Loans and the Debt Ceiling Deal
On Sunday night, Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy revealed a 99-page debt deal that would stop the U.S. from defaulting on its debt and raise the debt ceiling. The people who will be impacted most from this proposed agreement are people who have student loan debt, who are on food assistance programs, and mama earth. Nicole explains the new debt deal and the biggest implications.The next President will have to address the debt ceiling question yet again, so make sure that person represents your priorities. To help someone in your life register to vote, send them this link: https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/
May 29, 2023 • 12min
Encore: How to Get an Amazing Mentor
Originally aired 5.24.21A dream mentorship is hard to come by - especially when you’re cold emailing someone who’s successful and in-demand. But one brilliant listener not only caught Nicole’s eye after slipping into her DMs asking about mentorship… she also got a YES. If you’ve ever had the urge to contact your heroes and ask for a slice of their time, use listener Andrea’s tactics to get an enthusiastic response… and never, under ANY circumstances, use the phrase ‘pick your brain’.
May 28, 2023 • 28min
Encore: "We finally have some extra money. How should we spend it?" (Listener Intervention)
Originally aired 10.19.21Today’s Money Rehabbers (AKA the best couple ever) have had some good news in the money department lately. Their bank account is more full than it’s ever been, and they want to make sure they make smart decisions to make the most of it. Today, Nicole jumps in to help.
May 27, 2023 • 20min
Encore: Robert Rooks, CEO of REFORM Alliance, on Meek Mill and the Justice System (Change Maker)
Originally aired 11.10.21Today Nicole sits down with Robert Rooks, CEO of REFORM Alliance, an organization that aims to transform probation and parole by changing laws, systems and culture to create real pathways to work and wellbeing. Nicole and Robert talk about the current problems with the justice system, and how the financial repercussions of these problems affect us all. To learn more about REFORM, click here: https://reformalliance.com/actions/
May 26, 2023 • 25min
Encore: Money Rehab Court, Case of Girlfriend Versus Boyfriend
Originally aired 9.16.21In the financial justice system, money-related crimes are considered especially heinous. In Lapin Land, the dedicated Rehabbers who investigate these financial fibs are members of an elite squad known as the Money Rehab Court. These are their stories. DUM-DUM!
May 25, 2023 • 7min
Unlocking Memorial Day Weekend's Biggest Sales
Nicole shares the biggest bargains to look out for this weekend, plus one cautionary tale.
May 24, 2023 • 13min
SLUGs, Car Prices, and Good Inflation News
Nicole gives her weekly pulse check on Wall Street. Today: SLUGs (but not the slimy kind), the confusing story on car pricing trends and, dare we say, good inflation news.
May 23, 2023 • 17min
"Good Debt" Is Real. Here's How To Use It.
Today, Nicole gives you a way to fight back against a system that’s typically set-up against you: lending. Along the way, she shares insights from a recent conversation with Scott Sanborn, the CEO of LendingClub, who shares Nicole's passion for making lending more equitable. Nicole and Scott unpack who gets hurt in traditional systems of lending, how to use credit as a tool and "good debt."
May 22, 2023 • 34min
Introducing Mind The Business: Money Management to Keep You on the Right Track
Today, Nicole hands over the mic to money experts Jannese and Austin, who host the show “Mind the Business: Small Business Success Stories." In this episode of "Mind the Business," Austin and Jannese unpack how fellow biz owners can manage their finances, track cash flows and choose the best business accounts.
