Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

Heather Dubrow (Real Housewives of Orange County) is the real deal; she’s built wealth, made mistakes, learned the hard way, and she’s not afraid to talk about any of it. Today, Nicole and Heather dive into the Dubrows' recent real estate wins and failures, how she and her husband divide financial roles, and how they rebuilt trust after being scammed out of $2 million. Plus, because Heather is the...

This episode gets personal. A new survey from U.S. Bank found that many Americans are making smart choices with their money, but many feel progress is elusive because the goals people care about (buying a home, retiring comfortably, building wealth), depend on economic forces beyond their control. Today, Nicole helps you learn the research-backed strategies to improve confidence and work towards y...

Try Activations with a free 14-day trial and exclusive discount at activations.com/moneyrehab. Today, Nicole talks to Mimi Bouchard. She has built a practical, science-backed system for rewiring your brain to create real change in your life. Mimi shares hacks for productivity and confidence, the neuroscience behind manifestation, and how a quick audio pep-talk helped her get out of her own way and...

Nicole has long said that everyone— not just celebrities or billionaires—should have a prenup, and to make that case, she’s joined by the GOAT of divorce law: Laura Wasser. Known for representing A-listers like Kim Kardashian, Johnny Depp, and Britney Spears, Laura brings more than just star power—she’s a fierce advocate for smarter, healthier relationships built on clear communication, especially...

Nicole breaks down the latest moves from three of the biggest names in investing—Bill Ackman, Cathie Wood, and Warren Buffett—and reveals what you can actually learn from watching the pros. Copying their portfolios might sound like a shortcut to success, but it’s not a cheat code—it’s homework. Nicole shows how studying their strategies can help you spot market themes, understand investor psycholo...

If you only know Emma Hernan from Selling Sunset, buckle up—because that's just part of her story. Emma isn’t just a reality TV star and luxury real estate agent; she’s a self-made business powerhouse who started investing in her family company as a teen and went on to build a vertically integrated food empire from scratch. In this episode, Emma opens up what it’s really like running a family busi...

Today, Nicole shares the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they will affect you and your wallet. In this episode, she unpacks the good news on student loan forgiveness, OpenAI's new video tech and backlash, and how Amazon broke the internet— but not their stock price. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do yo...

Today, Nicole sits down with the woman Oprah crowned “the Queen of Brows,” Anastasia Soare—founder of Anastasia Beverly Hills. Anastasia’s story is the definition of the American Dream: she grew up in communist Romania, came to the U.S. with $0, and built one of the most successful beauty brands in the world—now valued at a reported $3 billion. She shares how she negotiated her first business deal...

Today, Nicole shares the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they will affect you and your wallet. In this episode, she unpacks how the markets are reacting to the escalating tariff war, why some experts are back on recession watch and a cautionary tale of a missing $2 billion in the latest corporate scandal. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, i...

A recent study done by Credit Karma found that nearly one-third of Americans grapple with money dysmorphia— a state of distorted perception of one's financial health, caused by the relentless comparison with depictions of wealth online. Today, Nicole unpacks the biggest source of this condition and how we can cure it ourselves.

Originally aired on 10.29.21 For most of her childhood, Kate Somerville struggled with the tumultuous hand she was dealt. Then, in one moment, she received advice that turned her life around. Listen to hear that advice, and how it led to her starting her eponymous skincare brand.

Founders often talk about an acquisition as the ultimate business goal. But Gwen Whiting knows M&A isn't always the fairytale it's made out to be. Gwen cofounded The Laundress, grew it into a cleaning empire, and sold the company to Unilever for a reported $100 million. But then... the product recall happened. Gwen tells Nicole about the scrappy days of launching and scaling The Laundress without...

Would you live with your ex to keep a 2% mortgage rate? That’s the question Morgan Dickson and her ex-husband faced— and ultimately said yes. But for them, the decision wasn’t just about dollars and cents. Keeping the home was the best decision for their kids—but the real estate market has become an unexpected character in their story. Today, Nicole sits down with Morgan , whose story recently wen...

Today, Nicole shares the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they will affect you and your wallet. In this episode, she unpacks the latest on the government shutdown, why Charlie Javice is going to prison and the economics of Taylor Swift's new album This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and...

Is renting really throwing money away? That is just one of the hot real estate topics Nicole gets into today with Paul Mark Morris— real estate expert and host of the podcast Radical Wealth Plan. Nicole and Paul talk about whether now is a good time to buy, Paul's three rules of real estate and whether 1031 exchanges are as cool as they seem on TikTok. Plus, Paul also gives a masterclass in the ar...

With the rise and legalization of sports betting platforms, gambling has never been easier— and compulsive gambling has never had a lower barrier to entry. Today, Nicole talks to a Money Rehabber who has had many highs and devastating lows over a decades-long career of gambling. Today, he shares how he’s building a healthier relationship with money, and they make a financial plan that helps him pa...

Today, Nicole explains why the government shut down, how long it may last, and how your wallet will be affected. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions or investments. All investing involves the risk of loss, including l...

Do you have a problem that’s bugging you? That might be the exact thing that puts you on the path to starting a business. This is what Nicole is talking about today with Lane Merrifield, one of the cofounders of the beloved children’s game Club Penguin. Nicole and Lane talk about the most important considerations for anyone making products for kids— and, beyond that, advice for any entrepreneur so...

In the second part of their conversation, Nicole and Senator Warren talk about some of the most nuanced financial topics of the moment: How should the government balance democratization of wealth and regulation? And, where's the line between oversight and interference? Plus, Senator Warren shares her thoughts on the future of the Democratic party, and whether she'll run for President.

Insider trading in Congress doesn’t just feel like an uneven playing field— it feels like a rigged game. Is the answer banning lawmakers from trading individual stocks? Senator Elizabeth Warren thinks so. Today, Nicole talks with Senator Warren about the new bipartisan Restore Trust in Congress Act that would ban Congressional stock trading, whether it will pass— and what it says about our leaders...

Today, Nicole shares the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they will affect you and your wallet. In this episode, she unpacks Spirit Airline's latest bankruptcy, the latest trends in unemployment data and whether President Biden needs Money Rehab. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and c...

Want to invest like the best? Today, Nicole shares tips from three of the greatest investors of our time: Ray Dalio, Warren Buffett, and Michael Burry. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions or investments. All investing...

You’ve seen Maggie Q on the big screen in Mission Impossible III, Nikita, and now in the Bosch spin-off Ballard—but what you haven’t seen is the money hustle behind the scenes. Until now. Today, Maggie joins Nicole to share her extraordinary journey from being broke to building real wealth, financial independence, and a wellness empire. She opens up about the scrappy ways she saved money, how Jack...

You've probably heard the saying "the rich get richer."  And you know what? It is true - because the rich know how to pass on wealth tax free. Today, Nicole shares three ways the 1% pass on generational wealth, and how you can too! This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed finan...

Today, Nicole tackles one of the most important, but often intimidating, questions in personal finance: should I have a financial planner? If the answer is “yes” (and lets be honest, it probably is!), that sets off a domino effect of other questions: When I’m looking for a financial planner, what questions should I ask? Do I have to be rich to get started? What can a financial planner actually do...