Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin

Say what you will about the Kardashian-Jenner clan, but it’s pretty undeniable that they hustle hard. Their lifestyle can seem pretty unattainable (Stormi, who—let’s not forget—is a toddler, has more shoes than everyone on the Money Rehab team combined). But while their lifestyle may be out-of-reach now, their work ethic isn’t. Today, Nicole unpacks how the Kardashian-Jenners became recession-proo...

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! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicole has already dug into some Money Rehab around the financial implications of caring for a baby (boy, can that little one have a big impact on your finances!). But depending on your situation, you can be hit with a ton of costs just to get pregnant—yes, even before you have that little bundle of joy. Today, Nicole talks about her experience freezing her eggs; the financial, physical and emotio...

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 tod...

On Money Rehab, Nicole has talked about best practices around getting a head start on retirement… but what if your head start has come and, well, gone? Today, Nicole breaks down creative ways to rethink your retirement plans and catch up with your goals.  To figure out your goal retirement budget, click here: https://nicolelapin.com/retirement-calculator/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https:...

Aliza Licht, PR guru and real-life The Devil Wears Prada insider joins Nicole today to talk about how to be your own PR team, and what a career in PR really looks like. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once you have found your bae for life, the time will come when you need to have The Talk. No, not the talk to DTR. I’m talking about The Money Talk— when the two of you come clean about money: what your financial situation really is, and of course the little secrets that may come back to haunt you (like money you owe to an ex). Today, Nicole breaks down what financial topics should be out on the t...

When it comes to giving around the holidays, it really is the thought that counts— so be thoughtful about the gifts you’re giving, while also being thoughtful about how much they cost. Stick to your spending plan, and try Nicole’s five gift ideas that won’t break the bank. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why stop the good insurance times from rolling? Today Nicole calls up her insurance guru Nichole (double Nicole trouble!) and asks her what people should take out insurance policies for, and what to do if you lose jewelry your ex gave you (asking for a friend). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our producers are now wondering if they need accidental death insurance… working fully remote. Are you in the same boat? Today, Nicole helps us all!

Today, Nicole has a Listener Intervention with a Money Rehabber who, in her words, “doesn’t have a penny in savings.” She says: “My parents didn't teach me this stuff and school certainly didn't. I've always felt like there was a secret world I was excluded from. I wish I would have gotten on this way sooner but I'm clinging to the ole 'better late than never' expression.” Today, Nicole shows this...

Happy Thanksgiving, Money Rehabbers! Today Nicole talks about the importance of gratitude for your mental—and financial— health. Wondering what Nicole is grateful for this year? We’ll give you a hint: it starts with “Y” and ends with a “O-U!” Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there’s ever a time to “phone a friend,” it’s during open enrollment for health insurance. What kind of nightmare human decided on the terminology for health insurance? Does it need to be this freakin’ complicated?? The short answer: no, no it does not. Today, Nicole unpacks the jargon and helps you decide which policy is right for you. If you don't get health insurance through your work, check...

‘Tis the season for holiday shopping, and ‘tis the weekend for big holiday deals. But with supply-chain hold-ups this year, there are some things to consider if you want to get that serious bang-for-your-buck the way that you expect to on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Tune in to hear Nicole share six things to keep in mind this year. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastne...

Want to kick your productivity up a notch? Have you tried… putting your phone down? We know, we know, that’s not what you want to hear. But don’t worry, you don’t have to do this cold-turkey. Today, Nicole shares her seven-day schedule for a digital detox. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today 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: http...

The term “SPAC” has been thrown around in the headlines a lot lately; and even more recently, it’s been tied to big names like Donald Trump and Bill Gates. But WTF are SPACs? Here’s a teaser: SPACs may be a good fit for your investment portfolio! Nicole unpacks the concept with Ahmed Fattouh, Founder & Chief Executive Officer of InterPrivate.  To learn more about Ahmed’s work, follow this link: ht...

It’s almost winter and you know what that means: it’s time to daydream about picking up and moving to some beachy country where it’s sunny 24/7. What you’re probably not daydreaming about are the financial implications of moving abroad. Today, Nicole covers these implications with David Kuenzi, Director of International Wealth Management at Thun Financial.  You can read more about Thun Financial h...

Cryptocurrency is an incredibly volatile investment. There was a day this year when Bitcoin’s value dropped 30% in one day. But… why? And does that mean we shouldn’t invest in it? Today Nicole breaks it down. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have heard that “a penny saved is a penny earned,” while other people may have told you that the best way to earn your pennies (and then some!) is in the stock market. But what’s the best move? Today, Nicole helps you decide. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Getting a life-altering medical diagnosis is tough enough without the additional financial toll. Today, Nicole talks to Shelly Rosenfeld, Co-Director of the Cancer Legal Resource Center about the financial resources available to people dealing with hospital bills. To learn more, or get aid from, the Cancer Legal Resource Center, click here: https://thedrlc.org/cancer/

Has your credit score ever dipped seemingly out-of-the-blue? That happened to today’s listener, Caree. Now she wants to know: WTF? Nicole calls up Caree to talk it through, and to unpack which credit score updates are worth paying attention to.

Did Nicole’s story about, achem, “Hary Mall” yesterday convince you that you need to protect your intellectual property? Good. Listen to today’s episode to figure out how. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ll have to do a whole lot of hard things when you’re starting your own business… we’re talking tax forms and paperwork galore. While coming up with your business’ name is more fun than doing all the tax stuff, it’s somehow just as hard? Today Nicole gives suggestions on how to brainstorm your brand name, and tells the story of an online bully who tried to sue her over a domain name. Yeah, you’...

No five-year-old wants to sit in front of the computer learning how to do online banking or watching their parents write a check. But because we don’t learn about money in school (even though we should!), kids learn money habits from their parents. Here’s how to teach them well. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...