Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

Is the social media algorithm sending you manifesting money content? Us too. But, should we be paying attention to it? The internet’s favorite expert on manifesting money, Aliza Kelly, is here to explain how she’s manifested money, and how you can too.

As you get more familiar with investing, you’ll see public companies generally divided into two groups with respect to investors: growth stocks and value stocks. Nicole explains the difference, and what it has to do with an embarrassing moment at CNN. Happens to the best of us, right?

You won’t find data on these areas in any stock chart, but it’s vital to a company’s success. Nicole explains.

Originally aired Aug 2, 2021. Just like there is no global currency, there is no global financial system. If you’re new to the US, the rules of the financial game are going to be different… and set-up for home-court advantage. Follow Nicole’s five tips to close on the American Dream once and for all.

Originally aired Sept 16, 2021. In 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. DUH-DUM!

Our favorite real estate agent on Selling Sunset, Emma Hernan, is here to talk about her delicious second job, hacks for finding your dream home, high school bullies and why being underestimated is a superpower. You can find more about Emma (including her delicious plant-based treats), here: https://emmaleighco.com/

A few months ago, Nicole did an episode on real estate in the metaverse. But because a few months in the metaverse is like several lifetimes in the real world, we’re due for an update. Joining Nicole for this update is the amazing Randi Zuckerberg— who is the Founder and CEO of Zuckerberg Media and host of the weekly radio show Randi Zuckerberg Means Business on Sirius XM. Randi's here to tell us all about how to go into the metaverse; whether we should in the first place; and if/when we do, how to get a bada$$ pair of glittery NFT heels. Connect with Randi here: https://withkoji.com/@randizuckerberg

In this age of the Great Resignation, there are options if you’re not loving your job. But, just because the current job market is a worker’s market, doesn’t mean that quitting your job is a risk-free endeavor. If you don’t have any other work lined up, you could be looking at a lull where you don’t have any money coming in. And let’s be honest: not everyone is in a position to cut off income. So, realistically, there will be times when you need to keep at a job that you don’t love. If you find yourself in that kind of a scenario, here are five things you can do to hate your job less.

The hilarious and wonderful Amanda Hirsch (of @notskinnybutnotfat) is here to answer two big questions: 1) How to monetize your passion—something all Money Rehabbers can and should do. And 2) Are the Kardashians just famous for being famous, or do they have some serious business cred that we can all learn from? To find more Amanda, start here: https://www.instagram.com/notskinnybutnotfat/

Before you invest in a company, you need to know how to read their P/E ratio. Don't let the jargon trip you up— it's a lot simpler than it sounds. PE class was harder than P/E ratios, trust us.

Originally aired July 20, 2021. Honestly, the episode title says it all. This is one you have to hear to believe.

Having a baby is a huge financial commitment. Before you make that commitment, there's one thing you need to do first. Today, Nicole explains.

Nicole is joined by Lisa Mayer, founder of the initiative Boss Beauties, to talk about the value of NFTs beyond the financial ROI. Plus, they discuss how you can (and DEFINITELY should) protect your NFTs. You can learn more about Boss Beauties here: https://bossbeauties.com/

We’ve heard a lot about the supply chain over the last year. But, what is it, why is it so mad, and how can Money Rehab producer Mike get his body wash? For a deep dive on the supply chain, Nicole is joined by Olive & June founder and our #wcw Sarah Gibson Tuttle. To learn more about Olive & June, read here: https://oliveandjune.com/

The phrase “working mother” is redundant. Being a mother might be the toughest job you will ever have. But, thinking about how you’ll balance your career before the stork arrives can make taking on the job as mom go more smoothly. And as soon as you do, you’ll encounter the question: to work or not to work?

Nicole gives an update for student loan borrowers, decodes the chance of forgiveness, and why Biden's hand is forced.

Elon Musk is at it again. This time, there’s a lawsuit involved. Nicole gets you up to speed on today’s episode.

In the second part of Nicole's conversation with artist Skylar Grey, Skylar shares how she found love after her divorce, and the amazing engagement story you may just want to try at home.

The music business is one of the most cut-throat, complicated and capital-intensive industries in the world. To give Nicole an insider perspective on the biz is Skylar Grey; singer, songwriter, musician extraordinaire who has written and co-written mega hits like Love the Way You Lie, Clarity, Gangsta— so many award-winning-critically-acclaimed-certified bops. Skylar shares her experience with record deals, releasing independent albums, selling her catalog during her divorce, and what it all has to do with Taylor Swift. For more Skylar, click here: https://skylargreymusic.com/

Now could be an excellent time to get into real estate investing. But if you don't want to spackle a wall, you will want to invest in REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts). Today, Nicole tells you everything you need to know about REITs with Tim Seymour, CNBC’s Fast Money Five & Founder and Chief Investment Office of Seymour Asset Management.

After over a year of constant denial, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City cast member Jen Shah pled guilty to fraud. Nicole shares details on Shah's terrible scam, potential sentence and which celebrity may fall next.

DCA, diversification, repeat. If you don't know what that means, listen up, and invest like the pros!

Nicole chats with author, political activist and spiritual thought leader Marianne Williamson on the financial implications of overturning Roe v. Wade. The conversation around Roe v. Wade has been very neatly divided down party lines. Typically, we assume that Democrats are pro-choice and Republicans are pro-life, but as Marianne would argue— it’s not that simple, and not one political party gets it 100% right. In this episode, Marianne gives useful recommendations on abortion legislation, that notes room for improvement for both Republicans and Democrats.

Is the current political landscape driving you so crazy that you want to run for office? If so, you need to know what you’re getting into. Today, Nicole talks to Alexandra Hunt— who ran to be the Democratic nominee for a congressional seat in Pennsylvania this year. Alexandra describes the challenges of running against an incumbent, how she used OnlyFans to fundraise and how to fix a broken healthcare system. You can learn more about Alexandra here: https://linktr.ee/thealexandrahunt

Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, networking is always awkward... until now. Prepare to never use the weather as small talk ever again!

True or false: in a recession, you can only lose money. Answer: FALSE! Nicole explains why (and how!) in today's episode.

In this episode, Nicole brings back Wall Street veteran Gary Kaminsky to talk muni bonds and Gary’s VIP ETFs.

Around a year ago, NFTs were all the rage… but are they even cool anymore? And, perhaps more importantly, are they even valuable anymore? All your NFT Q's and more, brought to you by Nicole and today's guest, Jason Feifer, editor in chief of Entrepreneur magazine and host of the podcasts Build for Tomorrow and Problem Solvers. You can find more of Jason's work here: https://www.jasonfeifer.com

If you have been listening to Money Rehab, you will know just how chaotic the crypto world has been in the last few weeks. Crypto prices have been trending downward— and as a result, faith in crypto is also trending downward. To catch-up on crypto news and help investors plan, Nicole chats with Stacy-Marie Ishmael; Managing Editor, Cryptocurrencies at Bloomberg News and Host of the podcast Bloomberg Crypto. You can listen to Bloomberg Crypto here: https://www.bloomberg.com/podcasts/series/bloomberg-crypto

Happy 4th of July, Money Rehabbers! In the spirit of the holiday, Nicole has a special message about financial independence, and how to overcome money mindf*cks.

Originally aired Dec 7, 2021. On Money Rehab, Nicole does unpack the headlines that are in the current news cycle, no doubt about it. But today she’s throwing it back to a hot-button topic from our past. It is true that the only way to protect yourself from repeating history is to understand it, so that you can make different choices in the future. The subprime housing crisis is one that’s worth understanding—especially in today’s climate with questions swirling around crypto being a bubble.

Originally aired April 19, 2022. Money Rehabbers want to know: can you negotiate your rent after signing a lease? Be a fly on the wall as Nicole negotiates her rent with her landlord! Can Nicole get a better deal? You’ll have to tune in to find out!

This is personal for Nicole: after going through a miscarriage last year, her and her fiancé are considering surrogacy. In this two-part episode she follows the money trail of surrogacy with Teo Martinez, CEO of the surrogacy agency Growing Generations. In this episode, they discuss the financial implications for the surrogate. In Part 1 of their conversation, they discussed the financial implications for the intended parents. To learn more about Growing Generations, click here: https://www.growinggenerations.com/ Fertility Benefits Resources, Courtesy of Growing Generations: Each organization can assist prospective clients to identify if their explorer has benefits currently and also help begin the conversation if their employer does not provide benefits. Carrot Ex.) Netflix, Stich Fix Requesting fertility benefits at your company Making Donor Assisted Reproduction Safer - Mitera, Carrot & Growing Generations Progyny Ex.) AT&T, Facebook Talking with your HR Department WinFertility Ex.) Disney, HULU WinFertility Resources

This is personal for Nicole: after going through a miscarriage last year, her and her fiancé are considering surrogacy. In this two-part episode she follows the money trail of surrogacy with Teo Martinez, CEO of the surrogacy agency Growing Generations. In this episode, they discuss the financial implications for intended parents. Tomorrow, they discuss the financial implications for the surrogate. To learn more about Growing Generations, click here: https://www.growinggenerations.com/

Earlier this week, Nicole laid out why she thinks we’re in a recession. But does that automatically mean we’re doomed to repeat the same patterns of 2008? Not necessarily. Nicole is joined by Gary Kaminsky, finance industry veteran, to talk about what we can expect this recession to look like, oil prices, and the beautiful force of compounding interest.

Nicole found a Reddit thread about financial expert Dave Ramsey that she found upsetting to say the least. If you’ve ever been burned by a financial expert, this episode is for you. Here are some of Nicole’s favorite peers in the financial literacy space: Tiffany Aliche and Mandi Woodruff: https://brownambitionpodcast.com/ Barbara Corcoran: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/business-unusual-with-barbara-corcoran/id1378685290 Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings: https://www.youtube.com/c/EarnYourLeisure

Your questions on these topsy-turvy economic times, answered.

Originally aired Nov. 4, 2021. The last two years have been marked by uncertainty in every area of our lives—including our finances. Today, Nicole gives her best tips on how to combat money anxiety.

Originally aired Oct 20, 2021. Imagining a scenario in which you get laid off is not a fun thought exercise. We all want to have job security, and it’s stressful to think that we might not. But the worst-case scenario is that you get laid off and it takes you completely by surprise. A better scenario (although still a sucky one), is to get laid off, but be prepared to chase your next opportunity. Today, Nicole shares six signs that your company might be announcing layoffs.

ETF, VTI, ABCDEFU… Nicole and Guy Adami (CNBC’s Fast Money) decode some investing alphabet soup, and give you the 411 on an investment you should know about.

Bitcoin peaked at over $68,000 in November. This week, Bitcoin fell below $18,000. Is this the crypto-pocalypse? Nicole explains.

Food is a critical expense; you need it to survive (obviously!)… and that’s what makes it such a sneaky financial blindspot. Beyond the vanilla coupon-clipping advice you’ve heard before, Nicole shares eight fresh ways to save at the grocery store. And, check-out this app that saves you money on groceries, while saving the planet: https://toogoodtogo.org/en/

With scams on the rise, it’s more important than ever to protect yourself— and to know how to recover financially if you do fall victim to a scam. In Money Rehab episodes 329 and 330, Nicole talks to Rebecca, who lost over $100,000 in a romance scam. Rebecca shares the mechanics of her scam, and the financial and emotional toll. If you are involved in a romance scam, you can find help here: https://www.facebook.com/SHUisteamwork/ If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, you can find resources here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

The incidence of catfishing, also known as romance scamming, has dramatically increased over the course of the pandemic. The FBI stated that there were over one billion dollars lost in romance scams last year, and reports of romance fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission rose a whopping 80%. With scams on the rise, it’s more important than ever to protect yourself— and to know how to recover financially if you do fall victim to a scam. In Money Rehab episodes 329 and 330, Nicole talks to Rebecca, who lost over $100,000 in a romance scam. Rebecca shares the mechanics of her scam, and the financial and emotional toll. If you are involved in a romance scam, you can find help here: https://www.facebook.com/SHUisteamwork/ If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of suicide, you can find resources here: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

Originally Aired March 23, 2022. What’s yours is mine? Not for these Money Rehabbers! Nicole talks to the (absolutely lovely) Evie and Shane, a married couple who don’t share a bank account. According to them, separate bank accounts = less fighting = more romance. Agree? Tune in to hear their story.

Originally aired Sept 15, 2021. Money Rehabber Ela gets overwhelmed by guilt and anxiety whenever she asks clients for her project rate. That ends today! Nicole invites Ela on for a Listener Intervention that will help her get what she deserves once and for all.

Riding ups and downs is an unavoidable part of being an investor. The stock market has cycles, and right now we’re in a cycle that folks in the biz call a bear market. But how should you handle your investments during a bear market? And what is a bear market anyway? Nicole and Guy Adami (CNBC’s Fast Money) tackle these questions and more in today's episode.

Yes, that’s right. Nicole got a reading of her past lives from expert Elizabeth April, and we got it all on tape. What does this have to do with financial literacy? Everything! Nicole fills you in. You can learn more about Elizabeth's work at: https://elizabethapril.com/

With the stock market in a downward spiral, you may think all investments are lost causes— but guess again! Today, Nicole shares the inflation-proof investment you need to make... right now. To learn more, check out: https://www.treasurydirect.gov/indiv/research/indepth/ibonds/res_ibonds_iratesandterms.htm

Want to start investing, but have no idea where to get started? Nicole shares the all-time best seven investing apps, plus an investing tip that might surprise you.