Nicole had a great appearance on Good Morning America… until she made one tiny mistake that she can’t stop thinking about. Nicole talked about this with Entrepreneur Magazine editor-in-chief Jason Feifer on an episode of their podcast Help Wanted, and it's too good not to share with Money Rehabbers. In this conversation, they dig up their most embarrassing moments and workplace missteps, and decide on a benchmark for when to call out your mistakes, and when to keep them to yourself. Never miss a...
Jul 21, 2023•35 min
Everything you think you know about nightlife is about to get turned upside down. You can thank Juriël Zeligman for that. Juriël is the co-founder and one of two managing partners of GOSPËL, a leading NYC nightclub in SoHo. He tells Nicole how he's pulled off a rare profit margin, how SVB affected bottle service, whether NYC's Mayor Eric Adams is a GOSPËL stan - and so much more.
Jul 20, 2023•35 min
Recent headlines on Wall Street make it seem like student loan forgiveness is back on, but, it's not... The real story doesn’t have anything to do with the recent student loan forgiveness ruling from the Supreme Court. The truth is, we're talking about a $39 billion oversight by a government partner— an oversight that might mean you're owed money (and an apology, if you ask us!).
Jul 19, 2023•11 min
What if we told you that the key to unlocking the next level of wealth is already programmed in your mind? Nicole gives you five research-backed hacks to wire your brain to save more money.
Jul 18, 2023•10 min
If your money journey has got you thinking: "I want to take this whole money-making thing from an extracurricular activity to my full-time jam," we have something to help you get started. Peter Tuchman— aka “the Einstein of Wall Street" recently did an episode of his MNN podcast "Trade Like Einstein," on this exact topic, featuring an interview with the newest intern at his group, Alishah. Alishah is awesome, and when it comes to how she landed this internship, we have no notes. Subscribe to Tra...
Jul 13, 2023•27 min
You might think that China's ticking "debt bomb" might not have anything to do with you if you're living outside of Asia; but if that were true, then why did US Secretary of Treasury Janet Yellen fly across the world to meet with China's top economic policymakers?
Jul 12, 2023•8 min
Nicole answers an email from a listener who wants to know: will renewable energy companies ever outperform oil? Nicole's advice goes beyond market trends, and gets at the heart at the responsibility we have to both our financial future— and the future of the planet. Find Barron's list of top ESG companies here: https://www.barrons.com/articles/most-sustainable-esg-us-companies-1b5f70fd
Jul 11, 2023•13 min
Aurora James (the brilliant entrepreneur behind Brother Vellies, the Fifteen Percent Pledge, Friends and Family Collective) was preyed on by a loan shark. When she fought back, he offered to reduce her debt by $500,000 to sign a NDA. She didn't sign. Instead, she's used her story to protect female entrepreneurs from having to suffer the same challenges she did. Today, Aurora tells Nicole that $500,000 story. Find Aurora's new memoir here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/672115/wildflowe...
Jul 10, 2023•31 min
Originally aired 6.25.21 Dr. Amy Cuddy (you know her as the genius behind the “power pose” research) joins Nicole to talk about how she went from aspiring ballerina to PhD, and which insights from psychology you should use in your next job interview.
Jul 09, 2023•32 min
Originally aired 3.2.22 When you think of Perez Hilton, you probably think of his famous and sometimes infamous blog. Whether you live for the drama or have some hesitations about the business of personal business, you can’t argue the fact that Perez has been successful in building an online empire. But despite Perez’ success, he’s struggled financially. Today, Nicole talks to Perez about how he got into, and out of, his bankruptcy— plus, what he’s up to now.
Jul 08, 2023•23 min
The classic definition of recession is reactive, not proactive— which makes the definition totally useless for anyone looking to protect their money. But, there is a proven warning sign of a recession. Nicole explains how to read the signs, and what it means for our financial future.
Jul 07, 2023•11 min
On today's weekly roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street, Nicole unpacks the biggest stories that hint at the future of an ultra-monetized internet where we pay for social media and our favorite content.
Jul 06, 2023•8 min
Last week the Supreme Court rejected President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. Here's what this decision means for your loans. For all things student loans, click here: https://studentaid.gov
Jul 05, 2023•11 min
Happy birthday America! In the spirit of July 4th, we are celebrating all the things that makes America special and committing to make the changes that still need to be done. Nicole argues that one of the smartest steps we can take to build the future we want, is to invest in the politicians we think can create this future. It’s also not breaking news that America’s representatives do not reflect the composition of America. They just don’t. I recently spoke about this with Jordan Zaslow, Founder...
Jul 04, 2023•17 min
Happy 4th of July eve, Money Rehabbers! In the spirit of the holiday, Nicole has a special message about financial independence, and how to overcome money mindf*cks.
Jul 03, 2023•12 min
Originally aired 4.13.22 Entertainment is a tough business to break into. But why? Today, Nicole talks to Anjelah Johnson-Reyes about why so few talented actors make it big, and how you can position yourself financially to live the Hollywood dream. You can learn more about Anjelah's book "Who Do I Think I Am?" here: https://anjelah.com/#book
Jul 02, 2023•25 min
Originally aired 3.31.22 What do Kim Kardashian, Angelina Jolie, Christina Aguilera, Johnny Depp and Dr. Dre have in common? Other than being mega-superstars, they were represented in their divorces by attorney Laura Wasser. Today, she gives you super divorce advice for free. Spoiler alert: this is one of our favorite episodes. You can read more about Laura here: https://wcmfamilylaw.com/laura-wasser/ and here: divorce.com
Jul 01, 2023•27 min
Picture this: you win $5 million dollars in a contest... but never get the money. Now, imagine the person who owes you is Mike Lindell. Yeah, the MyPillow guy. And in addition to your money, American democracy is at stake. This is the fascinating situation facing Bob Zeidman, software forensics expert. Bob sits down with Nicole to share the story, unpack the consequences and give his insights on leading with integrity. Plus, negotiation advice that will help you if you’re in a situation where so...
Jun 29, 2023•34 min
For one fleeting afternoon, it seemed like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk were going to fight in a cage match. If you didn’t have this on your 2023 bingo card— yeah, us either. On today's weekly headline recap, Nicole talks about the clash of the tech bro's— plus, the latest shenanigans in crypto.
Jun 28, 2023•9 min
How do I pay off student debt? Should I buy a house? These questions are tough enough to answer alone… but when combined? That’s next-level tough. Nicole talks to a listener who is in exactly this situation, albeit, with a pretty great leg-up. Plus, a stellar real estate financing tip from Scott Trench, CEO of the real estate investing platform BiggerPockets.
Jun 27, 2023•25 min
Originally published 5.7.21 Star of DC comic's Arrow Katie Cassidy joins Nicole today to talk about making your own crypto, collecting and creating NFTs, and how a breakup over an art project can turn into a cash cow. Katie talks about the wise investments she’s made - and the times she missed out. You won’t want to miss this.
Jun 26, 2023•21 min
Wannabe first-time homebuyers: How are you doing? Are you hanging in? If you are having a hard time, you are certainly not alone; it is not a simple time to buy a home. So this episode is all about helping you develop a game plan that is right for you. To help break this down, Nicole is joined by Scott Trench, real estate investor and CEO of BiggerPockets - a platform that offers various stellar resources and content for real estate investors. Scott and Nicole talk about strategies to find a goo...
Jun 23, 2023•36 min
Be a fly on the wall as Nicole walks a listener through buying a certificate of deposit (CD) that will yield 5% returns. To learn more about the CD Lauren bought, click here: https://bit.ly/3NElsJU
Jun 22, 2023•25 min
On this week's recap of the financial headlines and what they mean for your wallet: how this bear market will affect your investments, what New Zealand's housing crisis tells us about the United States real estate market and why some people are blaming Queen B for inflation in Sweden. ... we're not so Crazy in Love with this Beyoncéflation phenomenon.
Jun 21, 2023•10 min
With rising interest rates and work-from-home policies, commercial real estate is on life support. To dig into the resulting consequences, Nicole calls up commercial real estate mogul Jeff Zell. Nicole and Jeff talk about how commercial real estate got to this precarious place, what will happen next, and the surprising domino effect this will have on regional banks.
Jun 20, 2023•39 min
On Juneteenth we celebrate the end of slavery, acknowledge how much progress still needs to be made, and commit to make that progress. We can’t say that we live in an equal world while White Americans hold 84 percent of total U.S. wealth but make up only 60 percent of the population—while Black Americans hold 4 percent of the wealth and make up 13 percent of the population. Closing the racial wealth gap will take more than promotions and raises (although those are important too), it will take in...
Jun 19, 2023•17 min
Originally aired 6.21.22 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 experiencin...
Jun 18, 2023•27 min
Originally aired 6/20/22 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...
Jun 17, 2023•31 min
This is an inflection point for investors. Treasury yields were looking amazing, and now some famed investors are casting shade. Stocks, on the other hands, were not doing so hot but now pros are saying we’re in a bull market. And many investing experts had told us they were expecting a recession, and now they… aren’t. To pick apart these opposing takes, Nicole calls up Gary Kaminsky, former Vice Chairman of Morgan Stanley Global Wealth Management, and investing expert. So, let’s untangle the ec...
Jun 16, 2023•26 min
Today, Nicole unpacks the headlines this week that will affect your wallet. Up today: the hacking of Mt. Gox.
Jun 14, 2023•10 min
