Episodios

  • When Renting Makes More Sense Than Buying

    When Renting Makes More Sense Than Buying
    Dec 9 2025
    Today, Nicole unpacks one of her hottest personal finance takes: buying a house is not always an investment. Today, she breaks down the numbers to show when renting makes more sense than buying.
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    11 m
  • Nicole's Cheat Sheet to Reading Stock Charts

    Nicole's Cheat Sheet to Reading Stock Charts
    Dec 1 2025
    Today, Nicole breaks down all stock market lingo you need to decode investments —like market cap, and P/E ratio—and shows you how they actually work in real-life trading, using a deep dive into a real example of a stock that got... weird. You'll learn how to spot a stock’s highs, lows, and everything in between… plus why relying on just one type of analysis (technical OR fundamental) is like trying to fly a plane with one wing. Check out Nicole's course The Money School and use promo code MONEYREHAB to secure the course for $99
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    17 m
  • From Losing Dream Jobs to Booking First-Class Flights: Reinventing Success with Daryn Kagan and The Miles Husband

    From Losing Dream Jobs to Booking First-Class Flights: Reinventing Success with Daryn Kagan and The Miles Husband
    Nov 24 2025
    Today Nicole sits down with celebrated journalist Daryn Kagan and her husband, Trent Swanson—though around here, we call him The Miles Husband. Daryn reflects on the highs of her career as a news anchor and what it felt like when CNN didn’t renew her contract. She shares how she navigated that turning point, what it taught her about financial security, and how she redefined success. Daryn also gives her strategy for creating the role you want and shares a message for anyone still waiting on their dream career, relationship, or family. Then, Trent breaks down how a little curiosity about credit card points turned into a full-on travel hacking strategy that now has the couple flying around the world in luxury for next to nothing... and how you can, too! Listen to Daryn’s episode Call Me Friend, and start with the episode where Daryn interviews Nicole Check out more from The Miles Husband
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    1 h y 6 m
  • How to Find a 401(k) From an Old Job— and Boost It!

    How to Find a 401(k) From an Old Job— and Boost It!
    Nov 19 2025
    If you leave a job, you're probably focused on your next move, not tracking down that old 401(k). But those old 401(k)s are your money. And if you don’t find them, manage them, or move them where they can grow smarter and harder for you, you’re leaving cash on the table. Today, Nicole walks you through exactly how to track down a lost 401(k) and roll it over into a new retirement account — with all the details, step-by-step, so you don’t make expensive mistakes. Rollover your old 401(k) and earn a 1% boost at public.com/moneyrehab If your old employer went out of business, check the National Registry of Unclaimed Retirement Benefits and the Department of Labor's Abandoned Plan Search Past Money Rehab episode on the difference between a Roth IRA and a Traditional IRA This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions or investments. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. As part of the IRA Match Program, Public Investing will fund a 1% match of: (a) all eligible IRA transfers and 401(k) rollovers made to a Public IRA; and (b) all eligible contributions made to a Public IRA up to the account’s annual contribution limit. The matched funds must be kept in the account for at least 5 years to avoid an early removal fee. Match rate and other terms of the Match Program are subject to change at any time. See full terms here.
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    11 m
  • The Financial and Emotional Cost of Choosing the Wrong Partner: Pattie Ehsaei’s Story of Survival and Power

    The Financial and Emotional Cost of Choosing the Wrong Partner: Pattie Ehsaei’s Story of Survival and Power
    Nov 17 2025
    Pattie Ehsaei’s life may look picture-perfect now—she’s a financial exec, lawyer, and author—but it’s been shaped by unimaginable tragedy. Pattie grew up watching her mom depend entirely on her dad financially, a dynamic that turned toxic and ended in unimaginable tragedy. Later, Pattie found herself in a financially abusive relationship of her own, repeating painful patterns until she broke the cycle. Today, she shares the lessons she’s learned about love, money, and power—wisdom she’s also laid out in her book, Never Date a Broke Dude. Nicole and Pattie talk about why who you choose as a partner is the biggest financial decision you’ll ever make, how stay-at-home parents can protect their financial autonomy, and how to spot the money red flags that don’t always look like red flags. And yes—they also get into why Pattie says you should never date a broke dude. Today’s episode contains descriptions of intimate partner violence and suicide. Please take care while listening. If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, or is struggling with their mental health, here are some resources: Relationship Abuse Hotline: 800.799.SAFE National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
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    1 h y 4 m
  • Immigration for Sale: The $100K Visa, Trump’s Gold Card, and the New Price of the American Dream

    Immigration for Sale: The $100K Visa, Trump’s Gold Card, and the New Price of the American Dream
    Nov 13 2025
    Immigration is dominating headlines—but not just for political reasons. Today, Nicole breaks down the economic side of immigration, and the Trump administration’s strategy to monetize the American dream. From the new $100,000 fee for skilled foreign worker visas to the ultra-elite “Trump Gold Card” offering U.S. residency for $1 million, Nicole unpacks the numbers behind the policies. Could these controversial programs really generate $100 billion in revenue? Or are we pricing out the very talent and innovation that made America an economic powerhouse?
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    15 m
  • Heather Dubrow on Real Estate Wins and Fails, First-Date Refunds and Financial Red Flags

    Heather Dubrow on Real Estate Wins and Fails, First-Date Refunds and Financial Red Flags
    Nov 10 2025
    Heather Dubrow (Real Housewives of Orange County) is the real deal; she’s built wealth, made mistakes, learned the hard way, and she’s not afraid to talk about any of it. Today, Nicole and Heather dive into the Dubrows' recent real estate wins and failures, how she and her husband divide financial roles, and how they rebuilt trust after being scammed out of $2 million. Plus, because Heather is the most hilarious, Nicole gets Heather's hot takes on viral money stories.
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    48 m
  • A Crisis of Financial Confidence is Reshaping the American Dream— Here's How to Navigate It, With U.S. Bank

    A Crisis of Financial Confidence is Reshaping the American Dream— Here's How to Navigate It, With U.S. Bank
    Nov 7 2025
    This episode gets personal. A new survey from U.S. Bank found that many Americans are making smart choices with their money, but many feel progress is elusive because the goals people care about (buying a home, retiring comfortably, building wealth), depend on economic forces beyond their control. Today, Nicole helps you learn the research-backed strategies to improve confidence and work towards your financial goals. To help unpack these strategies, Nicole is joined by U.S. Bank's Scott Ford, Head of Wealth Management at U.S. Bank, and Kate Phelan, California Regional Director of Strategic Wealth Planning and Advice. They cover how to prepare for buying a home, what to prioritize at different life stages, how to approach retirement in a world where it’s getting longer and less predictable, and what small money wins you can start today to build real momentum. They also talk about how to prepare for disaster, and Nicole opens up about rebuilding her life and studio after losing her home in the LA fires. Whether you’re rebuilding from life’s curveballs or just trying to get your financial footing, this episode is packed with real-world advice and heart. Read about U.S. Bank's findings Learn how U.S. Bank can help you with your financial goals All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Always do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions or investments.
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    39 m