If you know that homeownership is right for you and your finances, you’re facing an uphill battle in this market. But, there are ways you can win— if you’re thoughtful about your mortgage strategy. So today, Nicoles gives you her two-part mortgage cheat code that ultimately shrinks the amount you’ll pay for your house by the time it’s really yours.
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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
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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
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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
Sep 2023
1078 - How to Get a Preapproval Mortgage by Jacqueline DeMarco
When you’re in the market for a new property, one of the first things you’ll want to do is apply for a mortgage preapproval. This process can help you determine your budget, refine your house-hunting efforts, and give you an edge in a competitive market. Let’s walk through the ba ... Show More
13m 54s
Mar 2021
177: Putting Yourself in the Best Financial Position as a First Time Home Buyer with Scott and Mindy
It’s hard being a first time home buyer, especially if you don’t have any experience with real estate, property values, or market appreciation. You may be wondering how you’ll be able to buy a home that will help increase your net worth, or at least, not shrink it. Scott and Mind ... Show More
1h 20m
Apr 2022
674 - 8 Steps to Prepare Your Finances for Homeownership
Are you ready for homeownership? Find out if buying a home is right for you, how much you can afford, ways to save for a down payment, and tips to get an affordable mortgage. The more you know about the home buying process and prepare your finances it, the cheaper and less stress ... Show More
28m 6s
Feb 2019
Get the Right Mortgage for you with Brian Faux + Ask Shannah
Shopping for a house is a lot of fun. Getting a mortgage is not. Until recently, getting a mortgage to buy a house has been a hassle, full of stress, paperwork, and a lot of money that trades hands. Thankfully, technology and some ingenuity are changing the game. Brian Faux from ... Show More
42m 49s
Jan 2024
1194 - What Is a Mortgage Default? By Samantha Hawrylack
Borrowing a mortgage is a big responsibility. When you’re an investor, lenders take serious precautions to ensure you can afford it, but many borrowers still default.A mortgage default can greatly hurt your credit and future chances of purchasing real estate, even for your own us ... Show More
13m 43s
Oct 2023
826: 5 Steps to Get ANY Home Offer Accepted (WITHOUT Being the Highest Bidder) w/Christian Bachelder and Lindsey Iskierka
The 2023 housing market may be the “toughest real estate market” we’ve ever experienced. But, after this episode, we bet your home offer will get accepted, even during a wild seller’s market, even if you’re not offering the highest bid, and EVEN if this is your first time buying ... Show More
1h 5m