Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice
Optimal Living Daily | Diania Merriam
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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Apr 27, 2020 • 9min
1144: Prevent The Big Mistakes AND The Root of All Evil by Al of FA Confessions on Personal Finance Advice
2 short posts from Al of FA Confessions shares where he shares his thoughts on preventing the big mistakes and the root of all evil.Episode 1144: Prevent The Big Mistakes AND The Root of All Evil by Al of FA Confessions on Personal Finance AdviceAl of FA Confessions is a father, drummer/musician, self-proclaimed amateur philosopher, avid health enthusiast, and daily podcast and audible listener. He is not looking for new clients, nor does he have a plan to run for office. He will remain anonymous on the blog until he decides to retire from his profession. His primary vision for his website is to speak authentically from the heart and let his audience know when he thinks something is BS.The original post is located here: https://faconfessions.com/2020/02/17/prevent-the-big-mistakes/ & https://faconfessions.com/2019/10/07/the-root-of-all-evil/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 26, 2020 • 9min
1143: [Part 2] How to Rebuild your Credit (using credit cards WISELY) by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich
Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich shares how to rebuild your credit using credit cards wisely. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1143: [Part 2] How to Rebuild your Credit (using credit cards WISELY) by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be RichRamit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, business, fitness, and more.Since then, he's been testing and sharing his findings with the world via I Will Teach You To Be Rich.He's also written a New York Times bestselling book, been profiled in a 6-page Fortune article, and been pictured next to Warren Buffett in Forbes Magazine, as well as been featured by a long list of media, including the Wall Street Journal, ABC News, NPR, Fox Business, PBS, CNBC, and more. He also has tons of documented success stories—more than 20,000.The original post is located here: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/credit-cards-to-rebuild-credit/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2020 • 8min
1142: [Part 1] How to Rebuild your Credit (using credit cards WISELY) by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be Rich
Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to be Rich shares how to rebuild your credit using credit cards wisely. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1142: [Part 1] How to Rebuild your Credit (using credit cards WISELY) by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You To Be RichRamit wants to use money to say YES. He knew there was a better way to live a rich life—if we could use psychology to focus on what actually works. Not just for personal finance, but all aspects of life: money, careers, relationships, business, fitness, and more.Since then, he's been testing and sharing his findings with the world via I Will Teach You To Be Rich.He's also written a New York Times bestselling book, been profiled in a 6-page Fortune article, and been pictured next to Warren Buffett in Forbes Magazine, as well as been featured by a long list of media, including the Wall Street Journal, ABC News, NPR, Fox Business, PBS, CNBC, and more. He also has tons of documented success stories—more than 20,000.The original post is located here: https://www.iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/credit-cards-to-rebuild-credit/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 24, 2020 • 8min
1141: In Praise of Financial Resilience by J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly on Taking Charge of Your Personal Economy
J.D. Roth with Get Rich Slowly shares his thoughts on finanicial resilience.Episode 1141: In Praise of Financial Resilience by J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly on Taking Charge of Your Personal EconomyJ.D. Roth has been reading and writing about personal finance for a decade. Today he’s financially independent, but ten years ago, his money life was a disaster, with over $35,000 in consumer debt. He started turning everything around in 2004. By being the boss of your own life, you, too, can be the master of your own financial fate.The original post is located here: https://www.getrichslowly.org/in-praise-of-financial-resilience/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 23, 2020 • 7min
1140: No Spend Days by Michaela Newey with The Good Life Manifesto on Spending Challenges & Frugality Games
Michaela Newey with The Good Life Manifesto on no spend days.Episode 1140: No Spend Days by Michaela Newey with The Good Life Manifesto on Spending Challenges & Frugality GamesLudovic is the visionary and founder of The Good Life Manifesto. The Manifesto has been created over his life so far, from a very early age. Influenced by his life experiences and growing up with the advice of his very money savvy mother, Ludovic not only helms The Good Life Manifesto, but also provides guidance on personal development and finance.Ludovic loves to travel, and has a great passion for animals in general and birds in particular, and he has many birds living and traveling with him. He also loves to eat a lot more than one would think!The original post is located here: https://www.thegoodlifemanifesto.com/no-spend-days/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2020 • 8min
1139: How to Budget When You Are a Spender by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Smart Money Decisions
Kumiko of The Budget Mom shares how to budget when you are a spender.Episode 1139: How to Budget When You Are a Spender by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Smart Money DecisionsKumiko went from having a pile of credit card debt to becoming a successful budgeter and Accredited Financial Counselor. The Budget Mom exists to empower women to build a life they love on a budget they understand and can afford.The original post is located here: https://www.thebudgetmom.com/spender-to-saver/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21, 2020 • 9min
1138: How to Make Ends Meet When You Feel Like Giving Up by Alexa Mason with The College Investor on Money Mindset
Alexa Mason with The College Investor shares how to make ends meet when you feel like giving up.Episode 1138: How to Make Ends Meet When You Feel Like Giving Up by Alexa Mason with The College Investor on Money MindsetRobert Farrington is a personal finance expert that focuses on helping millennials get out of student loan debt and start investing for their future. He also helps parents make smart choices about college financing options and navigating the complex world of paying for school. He started The College Investor in 2009 as a forum to discuss the myriad of financial issues facing young adults.The original post is located here: https://thecollegeinvestor.com/17273/how-to-make-ends-meet-when-you-feel-like-giving-up/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 20, 2020 • 8min
1137: Are Home Warranties Worth It? by Mike Ballew of EggStack on House Warranty & Insurance Decisions
Mike Ballew of Eggstack shares if home warranties are worth it.Episode 1137: Are Home Warranties Worth It? by Mike Ballew of EggStack on House Warranty & Insurance DecisionsMike Ballew is a 56-year-old engineer turned blogger who reached a point in life where he sees things more clearly than ever before. He faced financial challenges and overcame them through hard work and determination. His blog helps others navigate their personal finances and plan for retirement.The original post is located here: https://eggstack.com/blog/2020-03-08-Are-Home-Warranties-Worth-It/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2020 • 10min
1136: Saving Money on College by Dawn Starks of SimpleMoneyPro on Education Savings Plans & Alternative Schooling
Dawn Starks of SimpleMoney shares her thoughts on saving money on college.Episode 1136: Saving Money on College by Dawn Starks of SimpleMoneyPro on Education Savings Plans & Alternative SchoolingDawn Starks has been a financial planner for over twenty years. Her aim with financial planning work has always been to simplify things for clients. Making concepts easier to grasp and less scary is the goal. Dawn's SimpleMoney project - the blog, podcast, and soon-to-be courses and book is a co-project with her husband Greg.The original post is located here: https://simplemoneypro.com/blog/saving-money-college/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2020 • 7min
1135: 3 Common Investing Lies Busted by Phil Town of Rule One Investing on How To Pick Stocks & Research the Market
Phil Town of Rule One Investing shares 3 common investing lies busted.Episode 1135: 3 Common Investing Lies Busted by Phil Town of Rule One Investing on How To Pick Stocks & Research the MarketPhil Town's portfolio has been ranked No. 1 by the American Association for Individual Investors when it produced a 50% rate of return. He has a passion for investing that is hard to beat and he wants to share it with you. Phil has written three New York Times #1 Best-Selling Investment Books, Rule #1, Payback Time, and Invested, and he's been invited to speak on TV shows on CNBC, FOX, and MSNBC.The original posts are located here:https://www.ruleoneinvesting.com/blog/investing-news-and-tips/3-common-stock-market-investing-myths-busted/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
