Arthur Williams Jr. went from living in the projects in Chicago to making money. Literally. Arthur was one of the most prolific counterfeiters in American history. Now, Arthur uses his gift for good. Arthur shares with Nicole the challenges that face people convicted of non-violent crimes when they transition to life after prison, and how he persevered— despite almost giving up. Plus, Arthur shares how he recreated the un-counterfeit-able $100 bill. Find Nicole's Money Rehab episode with Robert ...
Oct 03, 2023•25 min
Originally aired 9.8.22 David Rubenstein is co-Founder and Co-Chairman of The Carlyle Group, host of The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations on Bloomberg TV and PBS, and a casual owner of the Magna Carta. In short, he is one of the GOATs of finance— and today, he joins Nicole to talk private equity.
Oct 02, 2023•18 min
Originally aired 12.30.21 Like any good sponsor, Nicole can talk the talk because she’s been in Money Rehab herself. At one point, Nicole was in $5,000 of credit card debt. In this episode, she tells the story of how she faced that debt and got rid of it for good.
Oct 01, 2023•9 min
Originally aired 5.12.21 Nicole is joined by bankruptcy lawyer Todd Turoci to take an inside look at bankruptcy from start to finish, how to get debt collectors off your back and whether filing for bankruptcy is ever a “good thing.”
Sep 30, 2023•27 min
Nicole answers a question from a Money Rehabber whose debt outweighs her income. Her plan to repay her student debt was to pursue a career as a pilot, but flight courses were so expensive she could no longer continue the program. Nicole gives suggestions for how to tackle the debt once and for all. For the Money Rehab episode with a bankruptcy lawyer, click here: https://link.chtbl.com/BXsfSHGq For the Money Rehab episode on negotiating the interest rate on your credit card, click here: https://...
Sep 28, 2023•15 min
On this week's roundup of the headlines that affect you and your finances, Nicole covers the biggest Supreme Court case you haven't heard of (yet), the looming government shutdown and tips for negotiating your paycheck. 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/moneynewsnetwo...
Sep 27, 2023•10 min
If you’re caught up on your Money Rehab, you know that right now is… not an awesome time to buy a house. But if you are house-hunting like it’s your full-time job (because honestly, house-hunting is), here are five things you can do to give yourself every advantage. Nicole's favorite episode on improving your credit score here: https://link.chtbl.com/oCPZ_69L To invest towards your down payment, meet your investing assistant Magnifi at moneyassistant.com
Sep 25, 2023•8 min
Originally aired 2.16.22 Today’s Money Rehabber has had some major wins and huge losses by making risky investments. Now he just wants to know: can I (and should I) be more boring with my investing choices? Today, Nicole focuses on helping this listener make his financial rollercoaster a little less bumpy. 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-...
Sep 24, 2023•27 min
Originally aired 12.17.21 Maybe you know Joy from her innovative products (hello, Miracle Mop!), or maybe you saw Jennifer Lawrence play Joy in the movie oh-so-appropriately called “Joy.” Today, Nicole and Joy answer the question: So I have a million-dollar idea… Now what? 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?...
Sep 23, 2023•25 min
Today, Nicole breaks down how you can set up your will successfully… and the mess you could land in if you don’t. To follow this money trail, she's joined by Erik Huberman, Founder and CEO of Hawke Media, and Cody Barbo, Founder and CEO of Trust & Will.
Sep 22, 2023•32 min
You don’t need to be a Rockefeller to build wealth like them. The money moves they made, anyone can try at home. The most critical of those money moves, the one that really set their family up for generations, was to turn their family… into a bank. Nicole breaks down how they did it, and how you can too. 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...
Sep 21, 2023•12 min
On this week's roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances: Nicole follows the money trail of the American-Iranian prisoner exchange, the latest union to go on strike and the silver lining of a government shutdown. 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 ...
Sep 20, 2023•10 min
Pinky Cole wants your life to go up in flames. But not literally. Pinky is the owner of the popular restaurant brand Slutty Vegan, but before that, she had a devastating grease fire that destroyed her first business. And you know what? She’s glad it happened. Today she gives Nicole advice for anyone who is wondering whether the challenge facing them is insurmountable, the story behind how $17,000 of her wages was taken away, the unusual talent pool she’s used for hiring (if you’re job-searching,...
Sep 19, 2023•40 min
Originally aired 9.15.22 We are bullish on money tips (duh!), and when it comes to financial literacy, we say: the more, the merrier. That’s why Nicole highly encourages all Money Rehabbers to have their own financial advisor. And to help you find one that’s the perfect fit for you, Nicoel sits down with Josh Brown— aka the Reformed Broker— who, like us, thinks everyone should have a financial advisor.
Sep 18, 2023•26 min
Originally aired 3.2.2022 Let’s set the scene. You just toured four apartments with a broker. It’s the end of the day and you’re tired. You liked all of the apartments, but weren’t crazy about any of them. Then, your broker says: “Actually, there’s just one last apartment I want to show you.” And then, all of a sudden, you’re there. In your dream apartment. There’s just one tiny detail: it’s out of your budget. Sound familiar? That’s what one of our producers Mike is going through now. Today, Ni...
Sep 17, 2023•26 min
Originally aired 4.9.21 Nicole sits down with designer and fashion mogul Rebecca Minkoff for a frank talk about credit card debt, what it takes to build a profitable business, and making sure you put a floozy clause in your will.
Sep 16, 2023•22 min
Today marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month, and to celebrate, we are doing something fun: sharing the interview from when Nely Galán was on Money Rehab... years before she would have her own show on Nicole's network! This conversation is packed with tips from Nely around how to make your money work harder for you. You're welcome! Subscribe to Nely's podcast Money Maker | Mi Mundo Rico here: https://link.chtbl.com/_9U0OQh1?sid=MM
Sep 15, 2023•24 min
On today's weekly roundup of the headlines and how they affect your finances, Nicole tells you everything you need to know about the current labor strikes. All of them. 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
Sep 13, 2023•12 min
As you've seen the real estate market go nuts, have you thought to yourself: how can I get in on this? Today, Nicole gets to the bottom of this question with Polly Brindle, a realtor on Selling the OC, the popular Selling Sunset spinoff on Netflix. Polly talks about how she got into real estate, spills the tea on Season 2 of the show and reveals the sticker price she’d give Barbie’s Malibu DreamHouse. Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magni...
Sep 12, 2023•40 min
What do Warren Buffett (one of the greatest investors of our time) and Micheal Burry (the guy in The Big Short who predicted the housing crash) have to say about today’s market? Nicole unpacks what money moves they're both making, and whether you should follow suit. 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...
Sep 11, 2023•6 min
Wouldn’t it be cool if we got $1,000 a month from the government? Yeah, that’s what Andrew Yang thought when he ran for President. And somehow he… lost? Nicole and Andrew catch up on why he still thinks that’s a good idea, his new political party, his upcoming thriller The Last Election, why he thinks Taylor Swift should be President… and yeah, that bodega video. Reserve your copy of The Last Election now, here: https://www.akashicbooks.com/catalog/last-election/
Sep 08, 2023•27 min
Want to write emails that people actually open? Laura Belgray has you covered. Today, she gives Nicole some of her favorite tips and tricks for stellar subject lines. But that's just the beginning. Laura shares the advantages of being a "late bloomer," her decision not to have kids and why the whole "having it all" narrative is totally BS. Find Laura's new book here: https://www.talkingshrimp.com/book Want to start investing, but don't know where to begin? Go to moneyassistant.com and meet Magni...
Sep 07, 2023•31 min
Nicole unpacks the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances. Today: an update on the housing market and why entrepreneur Grant Cardone is getting sued— and how to protect yourself from the mess his investors are in. 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: i...
Sep 06, 2023•12 min
Originally aired 6/10/22 In the early 2000s, a group of teenagers collectively known as "The Bling Ring" reportedly stole over $3 million dollar’s worth of possessions from celebrities like Orlando Bloom, Paris Hilton, Rachel Bilson, Megan Fox, Lindsay Lohan and more. Over a decade later, a viral Vanity Fair article and a subsequent film still control the narrative of this story— not the people involved. If you watched the film, you might think that Alexis Haines (née Neiers) was the ringleader ...
Sep 05, 2023•51 min
Today, Nicole is sharing the first episode of her new podcast Money Assistant, where she, along with her AI investing assistant Magnifi, give guests actionable steps to navigate their big money obstacles and achieve their financial goals. In the first episode, Nicole and Magnifi help Paola, who dreams of feeling comfortable investing. The only thing that's holding her back? Trauma stemming from her family's financial hardship in 2008. Nicole helps Paola warm up to the idea of investing, and Magn...
Sep 04, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Nicole has spent her entire career connecting people with resources that will make their financial lives better. Of everything she's reported on, AI is the most promising resource she's seen yet. Today she shares her three favorite AI apps that will improve your financial life. Take control of your financial goals with your AI investing assistant Magnifi at: moneyassistant.com Subscribe to Nicole's new podcast Money Assistant here: https://link.chtbl.com/dA3CJ-Co Streamline your bookkeeping with...
Sep 01, 2023•11 min
Before he was caught, Eric Canori's business was flying high. Literally. Before marijuana was legalized anywhere in the US, Eric ran one of the biggest marijuana operations on the East Coast. Today, he tells Nicole his story, and it's got everything you'd want in an adrenaline-pumping crime thriller: buried treasure, lost love, a police chase— and, of course, self-actualization. Find Eric's book, Pressure, here: https://www.ericcanori.com/
Aug 31, 2023•31 min
On today's weekly roundup of the biggest headlines on Wall Street and how they affect your finances: a tragedy at Tesla that might change the trajectory of the company, the bigger picture of car prices and a big precedent in digital currency land. 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 h...
Aug 30, 2023•11 min
In this episode, Nicole talks to Avis Cardella: writer, author and recovering shopping addict. Avis describes how she fell into the downward spiral of daily shopping, and more importantly: how consumerism had become a coping mechanism. Forget the movies— this is a raw picture of what shopping addiction really looks like. If you or someone you know needs help managing debt, check out Debtors Anonymous: https://debtorsanonymous.org/ Want to get a jump start on healthy money habits? Go to moneyassi...
Aug 29, 2023•24 min
Originally aired 11.26.2021 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 Money Rehabber that it’s never too late. Want some help planning for yo...
Aug 28, 2023•23 min