We'd sugarcoat it but... it's the truth: car loans are a mistake. In this episode, Nicole explains why and what you should do instead.
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Jul 11
6 Months After the LA Fires: What Nicole Wishes She Knew Before Her House Burned Down
Six months ago, Nicole Lapin lost her home in the LA fires. Today, she opens up about what the last six months have really looked like: the emotional toll, the bureaucratic maze of FEMA and SBA, the painful process of replacing IDs and legal documents, and the financial strain of ... Show More
33m 4s
Jul 7
Are IPOs Still Buying Opportunities? Ed Elson on the State of IPOs and that Big, Beautiful Bill
2025 was hyped as the big comeback year for IPOs—but the reality might not be so simple. In this episode, Nicole sits down with Ed Elson, Scott Galloway's cohost of the Prof G Markets podcast, to unpack who really profits when companies go public and what retail investors need to ... Show More
1 h
Jul 2
What Jessica Szohr Learned About Wealth in Gossip Girl and the Money Trail of Entertainment
Jessica Szohr has starred in Gossip Girl, The Orville, Shameless, and more—but she’s never talked about the money lessons she’s learned behind the scenes… until now. In this episode, Jessica opens up about what she learned about money modeling as a child, the financial realities ... Show More
50m 15s
Aug 2021
Friday Flight - Student Loan Payment Pause, The Worst Car Loans, & Avoiding This Common HSA Blunder #396
It's time for a Friday Flight! These episodes are all about the week’s financial news and the impact on your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we distill it down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you t ... Show More
28m 31s
Nov 2021
The Worst Cars of All Time
It's time to talk about some cars that, for one reason or another, people love to hate. So from the Pinto to the Trabant, join us as we look at cars that were lemons, cost too much or doomed a company to bankruptcy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnet ... Show More
45m 46s
Aug 2019
So I Bought A Car & It Put All My Money Lies To The Test
Should you buy the car, should you lease the car, which car should you get? You can drive yourself crazy until you remember, it’s just a car.So I bought one, and here’s my story.
What You'll Learn
How I turned an expensive SUV purchase into a good money decision
The money lies ov ... Show More
30m 20s
Jun 2020
Coronavirus: Buying a Car Part One
Times are tough for millions during the coronavirus pandemic, but for those with the financial wherewithal, it may be the perfect time to buy a new car.
Low-interest and zero-percent financing deals abound, along with cash-back offers and attractive lease terms. Not to mention th ... Show More
13m 5s
Apr 2021
Friday Flight - Refinancing Now, Hypnotizing Scams, & $1,000 Rental Cars #351
It's time for a Friday Flight! These episodes are all about the week’s financial news and the impact on your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we distill it down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you t ... Show More
31m 32s
Jun 2022
Righting Your Financial Wrongs
From credit card debt to bad investments… We’ve all kicked ourselves over a money mistake. But most of them are fixable, so don’t panic! This week, Delyanne Barros and Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary respond to listener voicemails about messing up, and talk about ho ... Show More
27m 42s
Oct 2020
7 Money Mistakes That Are OK To Make
The personal finance world is full of rules and things that you should and shouldn’t do with your money. These rules lead to stress, frustration, and competition and honestly, make you feel like you aren’t doing enough, you don’t have enough, and you’ll never be able to fully be ... Show More
33m 40s
Jul 2022
You Have a Car Problem (Hour 2)
Dave Ramsey & Kristina Ellis discuss:
Keeping a car at the expense of your house,
Investing in property vs. paying it off,
Affording a vehicle,
Getting a masters degree debt-free.
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41m 37s
Mar 2022
Friday Flight - When the Price is Wrong, DIY Healthcare, & Being Forced to Take Out a Loan #483
It's time for a Friday Flight! These episodes are all about the week’s financial news and the impact on your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines out there, but we distill it down to specific takeaways that will allow you to kick off the weekend informed and help you t ... Show More
29m 5s