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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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Nov 8, 2023 • 13min
2510: [Part 1] Frugal Minimalism: Do Less, Buy Less, Worry Less, Live More by Liz of Frugal Woods on How to Live Simply and Save Money
Liz of Frugalwoods talks about frugal minimalism. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2510: [Part 1] Frugal Minimalism: Do Less, Buy Less, Worry Less, Live More by Liz of Frugal Woods on How to Live Simply and Save MoneyThe Frugalwoods are ex-urban, rookie homesteaders finding contentment (and a lot of chores) on 66 acres in rural central Vermont along with their two young daughters. They write about a wide range of topics, including their experience as parents, their adventures as novice homesteaders, and the financial decisions that made their life possible.Their philosophy is that managing your money wisely enables you to pursue unusual aspirations and opens up a world of options for how to live your life.Through the application of frugality–coupled with good incomes and judicious financial management–they have created a life that they love living every single day. It’s not a life beholden to consumerism or the drive for material perfection or the incessant clarion call for more.The original post is located here: https://www.frugalwoods.com/2017/07/27/frugal-minimalism-do-less-buy-less-worry-less-live-more/ 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
Nov 7, 2023 • 9min
2509: What is a Penny Stock? by Jeff Rose of Good Financial Cents on Avoiding Investment Schemes and Understanding the Stock Market
Jeff Rose talks about penny stocksEpisode 2509: What is a Penny Stock? by Jeff Rose of Good Financial Cents on Avoiding Investment Schemes and Understanding the Stock MarketJeff Rose, CFP® is a Certified Financial Planner™, founder of Good Financial Cents, and author of the personal finance book Soldier of Finance. Jeff is an Iraqi combat veteran and served 9 years in the Army National Guard. His work is regularly featured in Forbes, Business Insider, Inc.com and Entrepreneur.The original post is located here: https://www.goodfinancialcents.com/what-is-a-penny-stock-scam-pump-and-dump/ 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
Nov 6, 2023 • 11min
2508: 6 Habits of Above Average Retirement Savers by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on Best Financial Habits
Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad shares 6 habits of above average retirement savers. Episode 2508: 6 Habits of Above Average Retirement Savers by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on Best Financial Habits Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad is a 43-year-old IT professional, investor, and blogger based in the Washington, DC metro area. His primary financial goal is to retire at age 55, one year before his Dad retired. He writes about how to build income streams so you can explore the unusual. His first love is his beautiful wife and three kids. His second love is travel. Combining both in early retirement is the ultimate goal and his primary motivation for financial independence. The original post is located here: https://www.retirebeforedad.com/6-habits-above-average-retirement-savers/Please Rate & Review the Show! 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
Nov 5, 2023 • 10min
2507: Alexa How Can I Get Rich by Fritz Gilbert of The Retirement Manifesto on Personal Finance
Fritz Gilbert asks Alexa for help on how he can get rich.Episode 2507: Alexa How Can I Get Rich by Fritz Gilbert of The Retirement Manifesto on Personal FinanceFritz Gilbert retired at age 55 after a 33-year career in the global aluminum industry. His award-winning blog, The Retirement Manifesto, is focused on helping people achieve a great retirement. The blog follows his journey from 3 years prior to retirement through his first 2+ years of living in retirement and focuses on both the financial and non-aspects required to live a great life in retirement. Follow him at his blog, TheRetirementManifesto, or on Twitter and Facebook.The original post is located here: https://www.theretirementmanifesto.com/alexa-how-can-i-get-rich/ 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
Nov 5, 2023 • 8min
2506: Life Laundry Day: Get Your Affairs in Order Each Week to Clear Your Mind by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits
Leo Babauta of Zen Habits discusses what we can do each week to keep our affairs in order.Episode 2506: Life Laundry Day: Get Your Affairs in Order Each Week to Clear Your Mind by Leo Babauta of Zen HabitsLeo Babauta created Zen Habits, which is about finding simplicity and mindfulness in the daily chaos of our lives. It’s about clearing the clutter so we can focus on what’s important, create something amazing, find happiness.The original post is located here: https://zenhabits.net/life-laundry-day-get-your-affairs-in-order-each-week-to-clear-your-mind 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
Nov 4, 2023 • 10min
2505: Hitting The Bull’s Eye - Why I Was Wrong About Rent vs Buy by Helene Massicotte of Free to Pursue on When it Makes More Sense to Buy Than Rent
Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue talks about why she was wrong about rent vs buyEpisode 2505: Hitting The Bull’s Eye - Why I Was Wrong About Rent vs Buy by Helene Massicotte of Free to Pursue on When it Makes More Sense to Buy Than RentHelene Massicotte blogs about living life on your terms and experiencing true personal freedom. She describes herself as a person in search of all that life has to offer and who has built a life that enables her to do just that. No more, no less. She chose to retire from corporate life in her mid-thirties because it wasn't in line with what she wanted anymore.The original post is located here:http://www.freetopursue.com/blog/2016/3/8/bulls-eye-rent-vs-buy 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
Nov 3, 2023 • 12min
2504: What is the Millennial Age Range And What Does That Mean Financially? by Robert Farrington of The College Investor
Robert Farrington of The College Investor talks about the millennial age range and what it means financiallyEpisode 2504: What is the Millennial Age Range And What Does That Mean Financially? by Robert Farrington of The College InvestorRobert 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/19793/millennial-age-range/ 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
Nov 2, 2023 • 11min
2503: 7 Ways to Become Awesome With Your Money by Andrew of Dollar After Dollar on Budgeting and Investing
Andrew of Dollar After Dollar shares 7 ways to become awesome with your moneyEpisode 2503: 7 Ways to Become Awesome With Your Money by Andrew of Dollar After Dollar on Budgeting and InvestingAndrew is the founder of Dollar After Dollar, a website dedicated to helping readers improve their finances through better personal finance decisions and entrepreneurship. He also founded and hosts the podcast entitled The Personal Finance PodcastThe original post is located here: https://www.dollarafterdollar.com/7-ways-to-become-awesome-with-your-money/ 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
Nov 1, 2023 • 12min
2502: 4 Tips to Fast-Track Wellth by Dawn Dahlby on Aligning Money With Value
Dawn Dahlby shares 4 tips to fast-track "wellth"Episode 2502: 4 Tips to Fast-Track Wellth by Dawn Dahlby on Aligning Money With ValueDawn is a Certified Financial Planner and Wealth Wellness Expert who teaches people how to LIVE WELLthy. She’s also the author of “LIVE WELLthy: Own Your Worth, Grow Your Wealth.” As a fiduciary with over 20 years of experience providing financial advice, Dawn has not only led her clients from moderate incomes to affluence, but she has helped them become truly wealthy. Her approach helps people learn to save for tomorrow without having to sacrifice living today by merging the most effective teachings of self-help with finance to create a unique focus on “spending freedom.” Dawn’s engaging coaching style and results-oriented approach to spending and saving have led her to become a sought-after speaker, a regular contributor to Worth Magazine, and a media personality offering expert advice.The original post is located here: https://dawndahlby.com/4-tips-to-fast-track-wellth/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
Oct 31, 2023 • 11min
2501: 5 Tactics to Help Control Discretionary Spending by Lisa Whitley with Women Who Money on How to Stop Emotional Spending
Lisa Whitley with Women Who Money discusses 5 tactics to help control discretionary spendingEpisode 2501: 5 Tactics to Help Control Discretionary Spending by Lisa Whitley with Women Who Money on How to Stop Emotional SpendingThe co-founders of Women Who Money are Amy Blacklock from Life Zemplified and Vicki Cook, from Make Smarter Decisions. Vicki and Amy connected initially online and eventually met in person at a financial conference in the fall of 2017.They’ve both reached financial independence and left full-time work to devote more time to family, pursue passion projects, and embrace fun and challenging opportunities.They enjoy collaborating on original content and sharing great articles written by and for women.The original post is located here: https://womenwhomoney.com/tactics-control-discretionary-spending/ 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
