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Optimal Finance Daily, hosted by Diania Merriam, the innovative mind behind the personal finance conference EconoMe, takes you on an enlightening journey through the world of personal finance. Each episode brings to life the most compelling and practical advice from leading financial bloggers and experts. Diania’s engaging narration and insightful commentary transform complex financial concepts into relatable, actionable insights. Whether it’s budgeting, investing, debt management, or money mindfulness, she covers it all, making financial wisdom accessible to everyone.Gain not just knowledge, but also the motivation to apply it in your daily life. It's not just a source of personal finance tips; it’s a daily companion that guides you towards financial independence and savvy money management, all delivered with Diania's trademark enthusiasm and expertise. By focusing on early retirement, financial independence, and saving money, each episode provides you with the tools needed to achieve your financial goals.This podcast is designed for those passionate about personal finance, early retirement, financial independence, and saving money. It’s your go-to source for practical advice on managing your finances, saving money, and working towards early retirement. Each episode offers actionable steps to foster financial independence and secure your financial future.Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...
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Aug 8, 2022 • 9min
1988: 9 Things That Are Better When Buying Used Than New by Kelly Sjostrom
Kelly Sjostrom of Money Gal Coaching shares 9 things that are better when bought usedEpisode 1988: 9 Things That Are Better When Buying Used Than New by Kelly SjostromBefore we can experience the freedom of building wealth, many of us have to remove the chains of debt. For Kelly Blodgett, she graduated with 60k in student loan debt. She faithfully made her school loan payment for 8 years. She was astonished at how little she had paid down during that time, so she decided to get aggressive and attack her debt. Over the next 20 months, she paid off the remaining $46,514.91 and now is a financial coach helping others to build a solid financial future through Money Gal Coaching.The original post is located here: https://www.moneygalcoaching.com/minimoneyblog/9-things-that-are-better-when-buying-used-than-new Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2022 • 9min
1987: Q&A – Are Fitness Trackers & Sleep Trackers Accurate and Worth the Cost? Research on Health Tech Devices
Ask Dr. Neal your question about health, nutrition, diet, fitness, and more here:http://OLDPodcast.com/askor call: 614-568-3643Episode 1987: Q&A – Are Fitness Trackers & Sleep Trackers Accurate and Worth the Cost? Research on Health Tech DevicesThe original post is located here:https://oldpodcast.com/fitness-trackers-accurate-worth-it Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2022 • 9min
1986: Geographic Arbitrage and an Early Retirement Preview by The Mad Fientist
The Mad Fientist shares a preview to early retirement and reasons to move abroad.Episode 1986: Geographic Arbitrage and an Early Retirement Preview by The Mad FientistThe Mad Fientist analyzes the tax code and looks at personal finance through the lens of early financial independence to develop strategies and tactics to help you retire even earlier.Most personal finance advice is geared towards people retiring in their 60s or later and doesn’t apply to those of us pursuing early financial independence. The Mad Fientist is focused on providing advice and innovative tax-avoidance methods specifically for people wanting to break away from full-time employment very early in life. He also hosts the Financial Independence Podcast.The original post is located here: https://www.madfientist.com/early-retirement-preview Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 6, 2022 • 11min
1985: What is Debt Consolidation AND Should You Seek Help from a Credit Counselor by Connie Schlosberg
Connie Schlosberg of DebtMD shares two short posts covering debt consolidation and whether or not you should consult a credit counselorEpisode 1985: What is Debt Consolidation AND Should You Seek Help from a Credit Counselor by Connie SchlosbergWith the right information, you can take charge of your finances. DebtMD helps people pay off all types of debt by connecting them with the professional help they need to become debt free. Featured in Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, Yahoo Finance, and Fox BusinessThe original post is located here: https://www.debtmd.com/debt-consolidation & https://www.debtmd.com/blog/credit-counseling-services Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 5, 2022 • 11min
1984: Reclaiming the FIRE Movement for High-Value Work by Kyle Mast
Kyle Mast of True Hourly Wage talks about reclaiming the FIRE movement for high-value workEpisode 1984: Reclaiming the FIRE Movement for High-Value Work by Kyle MastKyle Mast is a husband, father, financial planner, real estate investor, and lover of good conversations over coffee. He lives just south of Portland, Oregon. He launched True Hourly Wage to be able to help more people than he is able to serve individually in his financial planning practice. His hope is that you are able to find at least one idea or concept from his writing that will improve your financial and personal life today and well into the future.The original post is located here: https://www.truehourlywage.com/thw-blog/reclaiming-the-fire-movement-for-high-value-work Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 4, 2022 • 10min
1983: Should You Bring Debt into a Relationship? by Jen Hayes
Jen Hayes talks about whether or not you should bring debt into a relationshipEpisode 1983: Should You Bring Debt into a Relationship? by Jen HayesA few years ago, Jen and her husband were buried in $117,000 of student loan debt. Now, they've paid off over $100k of debt, and they're on track to have the rest paid off by the end of this year. Join their email list to get exclusive tips on how to save money, earn more, and live like no one else.The original post is located here: https://www.jenhayes.me//bring-debt-relationship/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 3, 2022 • 9min
1982: Investing With Debt by Wanderer
Wanderer of Millennial Revolution talks about investing with debtEpisode 1982: Investing With Debt by WandererWanderer retired from his engineering job at a major Silicon Valley semiconductor company at the age of 33. He now travels the world seeking out knowledge from other wealthy people, so he can teach people how to become financially independent themselves.The original post can be seen here: https://www.millennial-revolution.com/invest/workshop-invest/investment-workshop-39-investing-debt/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 2, 2022 • 9min
1981: Remembering the Emotional Impact of Your Finances? by Andrea Joy
Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully talks about the value in remembering the emotional impact of your financesEpisode 1981: Remembering the Emotional Impact of Your Finances? by Andrea JoyAndrea Joy is the creator of Saving Joyfully, a personal finance and frugality blog emphasizing joyful living. On her website, savingjoyfully.com, she offers inspiration and resources for your journey to financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://savingjoyfully.com/blog/remembering-the-emotional-impact-of-your-finances Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 1, 2022 • 10min
1980: Interesting Financial Rules to Follow by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy
J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy shares interesting financial rules to followEpisode 1980: Interesting Financial Rules to Follow by J. Money of Budgets Are SexyJ. Money is a 6’1, hyperactive, rock a ‘hawk who loves drinking beer, blaring hip-hop, talking about money, and now playing with his two adorable baby boys.He tracked his expenses for 3 months, made a budget, read some books, and stumbled into personal finance blogging and idea sharing, randomly turning BudgetsAreSexy.com into his full time “real job” a few short years later--14 million views later!The original post is located here: https://www.budgetsaresexy.com/interesting-financial-rules-of-thumb-to-follow/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2022 • 10min
1979: My Reality or Yours by Steve Pavlina
Steve Pavlina shares his thoughts on objective thinking.Episode 1979: My Reality or Yours by Steve PavlinaSteve Pavlina is widely recognized as one of the most successful personal development bloggers on the Internet, with his work attracting more than 100 million visits to his website, StevePavlina.com. He has written more than 1300 articles and recorded many audio programs on a broad range of self-help topics, including productivity, relationships, and spirituality. Steve has been quoted as an expert by the New York Times, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, the Los Angeles Daily News, Self Magazine, The Guardian, and countless other publications. He's also a frequent guest on popular podcasts and radio shows.The original post is located here: https://www.stevepavlina.com/blog/2005/03/my-reality-or-yours/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
