Nicole’s Offer on a House Was Rejected. The Reason May Surprise You.
After scouring the Los Angeles rental market, Nicole found the one— the perfect house. She put in an application right away and… she got rejected. It gets weirder. The rejection wasn’t about the money. The actual reason Nicole’s application got rejected is much more bizarre. To tell this story, Nicole brings on expert real estate broker Erik Miles. Originally aired 5.2.22 You can find Erik at: Agent page: https://www.compass.com/agents/erik-miles/ Social: @erikmilesre @erikmilesgroup EMG website: www.erikmilesgroup.com
Save on Groceries with These 8 Tips
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/
The Secret to Wealth and Health is in your Gut… Literally with Tina Anderson CEO of Just Thrive
“Gut health” isn’t a sexy combination of words… let’s be honest. But taking care of your gut might be the most important step in taking care of your overall health— which in turn, helps your wallet. If you’re feeling 100%, you’re more likely to perform better at work, have less medical debt, and be energized enough to go to whatever networking event you know you should probably go to. To make gut health cool, Nicole sits down with Tina Anderson, CEO of probiotic and wellness company Just Thrive. Beyond tips for gut health, Tina also tells Nicole about what it’s like to be business partners with her romantic partner, and how to pull off a career pivot. If you’re feeling that you haven’t been giving your gut enough love, Tina is oh-so-kindly giving our listeners 20% off a 90 day bottle of Just Thrive Probiotic and Just Calm. Try it at: justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: MONEYREHAB.
A Professional Santa on Santanomics, How Much $ He Makes as Saint Nick and More
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate! Today Nicole sits down with perhaps the biggest celebrity she's ever had on the show: Santa Claus! But actually... today's guest's legal name is Santa Claus. He answers everything you want to know about being Santa— and even what you didn't know you wanted to know: how much he makes as Santa, how much that coat costs, what the cool Christmas gift is this year, whether he's been financially naughty or nice, the tax structure in the North Pole, and what he thinks of Tim Allen. Check out Santa Frank (including his BBQ and wedding page) here: https://www.facebook.com/santa.claus.50
Foreclosed Homes: Opportunity or Nightmare?
Originally aired 2/2/23 Nicole breaks down everything you need to know about buying a foreclosed home; like, whether it's a good move for you, how to find the best opportunities, and how to beat competing offers. As promised, here are the goods: https://homepath.fanniemae.com/ https://www.homesteps.com/ https://www.rockethomes.com/ https://www.hud.gov/topics/homes_for_sale
Last-Minute Christmas Gifts That Won't Break the Bank
If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping, let’s just rip the bandaid off: you can’t ship something today and have it get there in time for Christmas. Even with rush shipping… it’s just not going to happen. Nicole shares ten last-minute gifts that will get to your loved ones by Monday— and, won’t break the bank. Money Rehab’s Last-Minute Christmas Gift Guide An IRL subscription like with Justin Wine (BONUS, get 15% off your order with code MONEY15); or Factor Meals (BONUS, get 50% off with code MNN50 at factormeals.com/mnn50) A URL subscription (check out the New York Times Cooking App or Headspace) An online course (check out Masterclass or Nicole’s Money School). An experience (check out Uncommon Goods or EventBrite). A roadmap to financial independence (check out Magnifi or Nicole’s book Rich Bitch). A gift they can personalize, without knowing how much you spent! (check out Sugarwish). A priceless conversation with a world-renowned entrepreneur on Intro. A donation to a cause they love, like World Wildlife Fund. Happy holidays!
3 Reasons To Be Optimistic About the Economy in 2024
In this week's round-up of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances, Nicole unpacks: an early Christmas present from The Fed, good news on the housing market and why we're saying good riddance to exorbitant credit card late fees.
Whitney Port on Rehabbing Spending Habits and the Price of Style
Not all celebs are open about their financial journey— but we wish they would be. Basically, we just wish more celebs would be like Whitney Port-Rosenman (The Hills, The City, With Whit). Today, Nicole and Whitney have an honest conversation about money: the good, the bad and the not-so-cute. Plus, Whitney helps Nicole follow the money trail of fashion, and describes what it takes to get into the biz. Spoiler alert: it involves literally getting on your hands and knees and rubbing feet. It’s a wild story you have to hear to believe... Want more Whit? Find it all here: whitneyport.com Want to explore investing in fashion, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Investing in securities involves risk of loss that investors should be prepared to bear. The value of investments, as well any investment income, is not guaranteed and can fluctuate based on market conditions. Past performance is not a guide to future performance. Advisory services offered through Magnifi, an SEC registered investment adviser
The Truth About the Range Rover Tax Loophole
If the algorithm has been feeding you "get rich quick" content, you've probably seen videos about the Range Rover Loophole, also known as the G Wagon write-off. But can you actually get a tax write-off for a luxury car? Nicole explains. Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Want one-on-one money coaching from Nicole? Book a meeting with her here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork
Should You Dump Your Bank for a Credit Union?
Originally aired 1.30.23 And, WTF is a credit union anyway? Nicole reveals all.
Money-Making Opportunities From COP28 Climate Resolution
This week, nearly 200 national representatives met in Dubai for the 28th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, also known as COP28. This is one of the most consequential events of the year - and not just for the climate, but also for your wallet. Pretty much everything your money touches is attached to an invisible sustainability question. Today, Nicole explains three money moves you can make to benefit from the COP28 resolution.
Hear Me Out: Why Writing Your Eulogy Can Help You Meet Your Financial Goals
As we look to 2024, we're beginning to make our financial New Year's resolutions. Nicole has an unusual routine that helps her get in the spirit: she thinks about her eulogy. Today, she explains why that's not as morbid as it sounds, and how it helps her stay motivated to reach her goals. Plus, Nicole is joined by expert motivational speaker Natasha Graziano who shares her own practice, scripting, she uses to make— and meet— her goals. To keep up with Natasha, start here.
How Getting a Puppy Can Boost the Economy
In this weekly roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances: where we stand with fixing the economy, pet supply stores are having a rough go (but there's an easy fix...) and the Santa Claus Rally is coming to the stock market. Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Want one-on-one money coaching from Nicole? Book a meeting with her here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork
From Holiday Gifts to New Year's Parties, Here's the Best Money Tips
'Tis the holiday season and it’s… expensive. There are gifts to buy, family to see, and parties to attend. If you’re lucky, it’s an embarrassment of riches… that can also leave you totally broke. Today, Nicole gives you some fresh tips for saving money during the holidays. To get Nicole's tips on holiday travel, click here. Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Want one-on-one money coaching from Nicole? Book a meeting with her here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork
How To Deprogram Stress with Chief Mindfulness Officer at TIFIN, Thomas Droge
In recent years, there’s been significant conversation around burnout and how to beat it. From those conversations, we know that mindfulness has a place in our work… but how literal should that be? According to Thomas Droge, the Chief Mindfulness Officer at Tifin, it should be pretty literal. Nicole talks to Thomas about why we all need a mindfulness officer. Plus, Thomas takes Nicole— and now, you— through a mindfulness exercise that will help you reduce stress.
Investing 101 at The New York Stock Exchange with The Einstein of Wall Street Peter Tuchman
Originally aired 1.05.23 Nicole heads to the New York Stock Exchange to talk with Peter Tuchman, AKA The Einstein of Wall Street. There, they confirm the rumors: the Wolf of Wall Street days are over. Peter reveals what it's really like working on Wall Street, how to protect yourself from scammy finance "pros" and how to navigate the market successfully. You can find more on Peter (including some of the famous NYSE photos) here: https://www.einsteinofwallst.com/
How This Company Beat Amazon
Originally aired 1.23.23 Jim McKelvey and Jack Dorsey created the payment tool Square to fix a problem small businesses had with credit card transactions. In the early days of Square, Amazon made a competing tool. For most small businesses, that usually means the beginning of the end. But not for Square. Jim and Jack did the unthinkable: they beat Amazon. Jim tells Nicole how they did it through what Jim calls Innovation Stack. Find Jim's book The Innovation Stack here: https://www.jimmckelvey.com/books/
5 Ways To Save on Holiday Travel
An estimated 160 million Americans are planning to travel for the holidays. If you're one of them, here are five ways you can save on one of the busiest— and most expensive— travel times of the year. Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Want one-on-one money coaching from Nicole? Book a meeting with her here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork
Vivian Tu on Why She's Your Rich BFF— But Not Your Finfluencer
Money talk entering the mainstream is a great thing, but the world of "finfluencing" has a dark side. Money content on social media operates like the Wild West— with far fewer rules than on Wall Street. Today, Nicole sits down with financial educator Vivian Tu to talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of finfluencer-land. They talk about the “financial advice” that keeps them up at night, how to confirm if a financial educator is legit, and they play a game of financial "never have I ever" that you should totally try at home. Preorder Vivian's debut book Rich AF here!
Greed on Trial, Branson's Backup and Tax Hacks
In this week's roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances: the Supreme Court hears arguments about the Sackler family's personal liability in the opioid crisis, Sir Richard Branson announces he won't be making any more investments in Virgin Galactic and Uber's big day. Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magnifi, your AI money assistant, designed to help you make a plan for your financial goals. Want one-on-one money coaching from Nicole? Book a meeting with her here: intro.co/moneynewsnetwork