What To Financially Expect When You're Expecting

What To Financially Expect When You're Expecting

Today, Nicole gives six ways you can financially prepare for a baby... plus, a personal update. For the federal financial resources for new parents, click ⁠HERE⁠ [https://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/maternal-health/newborn-supply-kit/support-for-family/index.html].

You May Have Missing Money... Here's How to Find It!

This week, Money Rehab is hosted by the Executive Producer of the show, Morgan Lavoie. Today, you'll hear the first episode she was ever featured on: Nicole's guide to finding your missing money. Did you know that there are BILLIONS of dollars in unclaimed money in the US? Want to find yours? In this episode, Nicole shows you how!

How to Build $100K in Five Years

Your first $100,000 in investing feels impossible—until you see the math. Today, Nicole breaks down why the first $100K is the hardest money you’ll ever make, what changes mathematically once you cross it, and the path to get there… without a hot stock tip, crypto bro, or dumb luck. Nicole walks through a real, doable five-year plan based on the average U.S. salary —including exactly how much to invest each month, where to put your money, and how the beautiful power of compound interest quietly accelerates behind the scenes.  Try Nicole’s ⁠Compound Interest Calculator⁠ [https://themoneyschool.com/tools/compound-interest] Check out Nicole’s financial literacy course ⁠The Money School⁠ [https://themoneyschool.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorJZct5XUw9goP4cpZW-0cDRUhx6WNQddcMcmX5O3bma2xTDPvT]  Find a ⁠Financial Advisor or Financial Coach⁠ [https://privatewealthcollective.com/] from Nicole’s company Private Wealth Collective Watch video clips from the pod on ⁠Money Rehab’s Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/moneyrehab/?hl=en] and ⁠Nicole Lapin’s Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/nicolelapin/?hl=en] Here’s what Nicole covers today: 00:00 Are You Ready for Some Money Rehab? 00:18 Why Your First $100K Is the Hardest 02:53 Year-by-Year Investment Plan 03:05 Year 1: Building the Habit 04:00 Year 2: Gaining Momentum 04:33 Year 3: Growth Year 04:59 Year 4: Push Harder 05:37 Year 5: Reaching the Goal 06:00 Reality Check: Life Throws Curveballs 06:33 Passive Income 07:20 Your Next Steps and Resources 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.

A Will Isn't Enough to Skip a Probate Nightmare— You Need This

When someone passes away, their assets can get locked up in probate court—leaving loved ones stuck in a legal and financial mess. Today, Nicole breaks down what probate really means, why a will alone won’t keep your family out of it, and the smart moves you can make right now to protect what you’ve built.

The Biggest Investment Mistake You Can Make

Today, Nicole is unpacking the most expensive investment mistake you can make — and it's not what you think!