The New Money Habits Podcast

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa and Catherine Van Der Laan explore the importance of teaching children about money management. They discuss various milestones in financial understanding, practical approaches to instilling money habits, and the significance of real-world experiences in shaping financial literacy. The conversation emphasizes the role of failure as a...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa and Maria Casillas discuss the importance of teaching personal finance to your kids, focusing on values and financial literacy. They explore the challenges of preparing the next generation for adulthood in a changing economy, emphasizing the distinction between vocation and career. The discussion also touches on cultural perspective...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Nino Villa and Maria Casillas discuss the importance of early holiday budgeting and the emotional aspects of gift-giving. They emphasize the need for open communication about financial planning within families, especially regarding Christmas. The discussion transitions into the motivations behind giving, exploring how to give without feeling obligat...

In this conversation, Coach Nino Villa and Karen discuss the critical intersection of marriage and finances. They explore the challenges newlyweds face in managing money together, the importance of open communication about financial backgrounds, and the necessity of establishing regular financial discussions. Karen shares her journey from financial chaos to harmony with her husband, emphasizing th...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Nino Villa is joined by Maria Casillas to explore the connection between Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and money management. Together, they discuss how subconscious money scripts, activating events, and emotional triggers influence how we think, feel, and behave with money — often without us realizing it. This conversation focuses on becoming...

In part two of this special episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Nino Villa and Catherine Van Der Laan continue their discussion on SMART financial goals, shifting the focus to the importance of setting deadlines and maintaining momentum. Catherine explains why it's better to prioritize a single macro goal instead of juggling multiple goals at once. By understanding human behavior and how mome...

In part one of this two-part episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Nino Villa and special guest Catherine Van Der Laan dive deep into setting SMART financial goals—goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Along the way, they explore the importance of being honest with yourself when setting goals. Do you truly want what you're aiming for? Catherine shares practi...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Nino Villa and Maria Casillas explore the importance of having someone in your life who cares enough to provide honest reflection. This goes beyond the typical role of an accountability partner—it’s about having someone who offers constructive, sometimes tough, feedback that helps you grow. Tune in to discover how to find this person, why their feed...

In this episode, Coach Nino Villa continues his conversation with fellow New Money Habits co-founder Maria Casillas about the stages of change as they relate to managing debt. If you've ever struggled with debt relapse or fallen back into old financial habits, this conversation is for you. Maria, an expert in behavioral psychology, explains how understanding the stages of change—precontemplation,...

In this episode, Coach Nino Villa is joined by fellow New Money Habits co-founder Maria Casillas to dive into the stages of change as they relate to managing debt. If you've ever struggled with debt relapse or fallen back into old financial habits, this conversation is for you. Maria, an expert in behavioral psychology, explains how understanding the stages of change—pre-contemplation, contemplati...

In this episode, Coach Nino Villa is joined by Christian Financial and Executive Coach Catherine Van Der Laan to discuss her powerful 7-step financial abundance process. In Part 1, Catherine takes us through her method, which is designed to help individuals achieve financial peace, joy, and contentment. She emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, value-based spending, and strategic g...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa is joined by Christian Financial and Executive Coach Catherine Van Der Laan to discuss her powerful 7-step financial abundance process. In Part 1, Catherine takes us through her method, which is designed to help individuals achieve financial peace, joy, and contentment. She emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, value...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Coach Nino Villa sits down with Maria Casillas, co-founder of New Money Habits and an expert in behavioral psychology. Together, they dive deep into the critical topic of prioritizing expenses and managing your financial margin—whether you're dealing with a surplus or a shortfall. Through an insightful discussion, they explore the unique paradigm o...

In this special episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa sits down with Catherine Van Der Laan, a passionate advocate for financial literacy and the creator of an innovative outreach-in-a-box program designed for churches. Catherine shares her inspiring journey into financial literacy and discusses the concept of financial abundance from a biblical perspective. Together, they dive...

In this special episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa sits down with Catherine Van Der Laan, a passionate advocate for financial literacy and the creator of an innovative outreach-in-a-box program designed for churches. Catherine shares her inspiring journey into financial literacy and discusses the concept of financial abundance from a biblical perspective. Together, they dive...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Coach Nino Villa addresses three common financial challenges: how much to save before tackling debt, breaking the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck, and navigating the housing market in today’s economy. Discover actionable tips, biblical principles, and real-world advice tailored to your financial journey. Whether you’re building an “emergency f...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa responds to Adam’s story about the financial challenges his family faces. Learn strategies for balancing household financial responsibilities and maintaining financial health. Discover how to apply Biblical principles to your financial decisions and find peace in your financial journey. Tune in for practical advice and faith-based g...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Coach Nino Villa provides practical strategies for getting caught up on overdue bills. Learn how to assess your financial situation, prioritize and pay off debts, and maintain financial health. Tune in for actionable advice and insights to help you achieve financial stability.  📌 Helpful Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Watch on YouTube he...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Coach Nino Villa explains how to make the most of an extra paycheck in August for those paid biweekly. Learn the importance of planning for September's bills with August’s income and budgeting according to pay periods rather than just the month. Discover practical tips for managing the extra paycheck, including paying down debt, building an emergen...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa discusses the importance of financial planning for major life events, including marriage, having children, buying a home, and retirement. Learn practical steps and actionable tips for preparing financially for these significant milestones. Discover how diligent planning can lead to a prosperous and harmonious future, and explore the...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast, Coach Nino Villa guides you through creating a Christmas budget in July. Learn how to list people to buy for and events to attend, set a spending cap for each, and total your budget. Discover how to divide the total by the number of pay periods between now and Thanksgiving to take advantage of Black Friday deals. Avoid holiday debt and stress by pla...

Do emotions drive your financial choices? Join Coach Nino and Sarah as they discuss how feelings like regret, boredom, anger, stress, fear, love, and relief impact your money management. This episode provides practical strategies to foster self-awareness and mindfulness, helping you build a healthy emotional relationship with your finances. Through personal stories and expert advice, learn to cult...

Do emotions drive your financial choices? Join Coach Nino and Sarah as they discuss how feelings like regret, boredom, anger, stress, fear, love, and relief impact your money management. This episode provides practical strategies to foster self-awareness and mindfulness, helping you build a healthy emotional relationship with your finances. Through personal stories and expert advice, learn to cult...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Coach Nino Villa discuss the crucial topic of financial protection, focusing on life insurance and long-term care insurance. Learn about the different types of life insurance, the benefits of long-term care coverage, and how to choose the right policies for your needs. Discover how these insurance options can fit into your overall financial plan, p...

In this episode of The New Money Habits Podcast , Coach Nino Villa explores the rising trend of loud budgeting. Learn how sharing your financial journey publicly can boost accountability, provide community support, and help you achieve your financial goals. Discover practical steps to get started, hear inspiring success stories, and find the tools and resources to make loud budgeting work for you....