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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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Jul 28, 2023 • 12min
2392: [Part 1] Getting a Mortgage When You Have Assets But No Income by Darrow Kirkpatrick of Can I Retire Yet
Darrow Kirkpatrick of Can I Retire Yet talks about getting a mortgage when you have assets but no income. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2392: [Part 1] Getting a Mortgage When You Have Assets But No Income by Darrow Kirkpatrick of Can I Retire YetDarrow Kirkpatrick is the founder of CanIRetireYet.com. He began serious investing in his mid-30s and retired at age 50. He's not a dot com millionaire and didn't become financially independent by flipping real estate or trading hot stocks. He did it the traditional way: hard work, frugality, prudent investing, and patience.When it comes to personal finance, his top priorities are simplicity, reliability, and safety. Now his mission is to help others become financially independent as he did.More recently, Chris Mamula has been managing the blog and he's a frequent writer on the site. Chris used principles of traditional retirement planning, combined with creative lifestyle design, to retire from a career as a physical therapist at age 41. After poor experiences with the financial industry early in his professional life, he educated himself on investing and tax planning. Now he draws on his experience to write about wealth building, DIY investing, financial planning, early retirement, and lifestyle design.The original post is located here: https://www.caniretireyet.com/getting-a-mortgage-when-you-have-assets-but-no-income/ 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 27, 2023 • 11min
2391: Will Retirement Be Depressing? by Fritz Gilbert of The Retirement Manifesto on Finding Joy Later in Life
Fritz Gilbert talks about whether or not retirement will be depressingEpisode 2391: Will Retirement Be Depressing? by Fritz Gilbert of The Retirement Manifesto on Finding Joy Later in LifeFritz 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/will-retirement-be-depressing/ 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 26, 2023 • 9min
2390: Five Steps to Begin Saving for Retirement in Your Twenties by Tiffany Aliche of The Budgetnista
Tiffany Aliche of The Budgetnista helps twenty-somethings begin saving for retirementEpisode 2390: Five Steps to Begin Saving for Retirement in Your Twenties by Tiffany Aliche of The BudgetnistaTiffany Aliche, is an award-winning teacher of financial education and is quickly becoming America’s favorite, personal finance expert. She has made it her mission to empower women and provide them with access to the tools and resources needed to create a better life for themselves and their families.Through her company, The Budgetnista, Tiffany has created a financial movement that has helped over 800,000 women worldwide collectively save more than $100 million, pay off over $75 million in debt, purchase homes, and transform the way they think about their finances.The original post is located here: https://thebudgetnista.com/retirement-start-early/ 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 25, 2023 • 10min
2389: The Secret to Staying Motivated When Getting Out of Debt by Jackie Beck on Understanding Financial Motivation
Jackie Beck shares the secret to staying motivated when getting out of debtEpisode 2389: The Secret to Staying Motivated When Getting Out of Debt by Jackie Beck on Understanding Financial MotivationJackie and her husband paid off over $147,000 in debt, including their house! She’s walked the walk to become completely debt free, and she wants to help you do the same with her award-winning Pay Off Debt by Jackie Beck app. Jackie and her app have been featured in Oprah Magazine, MarketWatch, Forbes, CNBC, and more.The original post is located here: https://www.jackiebeck.com/the-secret-to-staying-motivated-when-getting-out-of-debt/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 24, 2023 • 12min
2388: Is It The Right Time To Convert To Roth? by Erik Carter with Financial Finesse on Good Investment Decisions
Erik Carter with Financial Finesse discusses whether or not it's the right time to convert to RothEpisode 2388: Is It The Right Time To Convert To Roth? by Erik Carter with Financial Finesse on Good Investment DecisionsAfter years in the financial services industry, Liz Davidson became disgusted with how many people were being sold financial products and services that were not in their best interest. She decided there had to be a better way to provide people from all walks of life with truly unbiased financial guidance--designed to line their pockets, not their financial advisor’s.This is the story of Financial Finesse and how they give employees and employers unbiased financial wellness as an employee benefit. They help your employees maximize their compensation and benefits by making better financial decisions. You become a partner in their financial security and reap the benefits of a financially healthy workforce.They’ve helped hundreds of thousands of employees change their lives.The original post is located here: https://www.financialfinesse.com/2019/12/09/5-reasons-to-consider-converting-to-roth-and-4-reasons-you-might-not/ 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 23, 2023 • 10min
2387: 3 Science-Backed Daily Habits for a Life of Happiness and Success by Michael Mehlberg on Improving Productivity
Michael Mehlberg shares three habits we can start to insure a life of happiness and success.Episode 2387: 3 Science-Backed Daily Habits for a Life of Happiness and Success by Michael Mehlberg on Improving ProductivityMichael Mehlberg is an entrepreneur and certified agile project manager who specializes in productivity and organization systems. His blog has been called "The Owners Manual to an Awesome Life" and helps high-achieving entrepreneurs master their life and business - crushing their goals, living their passion, and finding purpose, balance, and excellence in all they do.The original post is located here:https://www.moderndavinci.net/blog/2019/5/28/if-a-happy-and-successful-life-is-all-about-developing-three-good-daily-habits-what-would-those-three-habits-be 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 23, 2023 • 10min
2386: The Paradox of Money by Mr. 1500 for Budgets Are Sexy on Money and Priorities
Mr. 1500 of Budgets Are Sexy talks about the paradox of money.Episode 2386: The Paradox of Money by Mr. 1500 for Budgets Are Sexy on Money and PrioritiesJ. 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/paradox-of-money/ 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

Jul 22, 2023 • 9min
2385: Frugality in Practice: Do-it-Yourself Home Maintenance by JD Roth of Get Rich Slowly
J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly talks about how to save money via DIY home maintenanceEpisode 2385: Frugality in Practice: Do-it-Yourself Home Maintenance by JD Roth of Get Rich SlowlyJ.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/frugality-in-practice-do-it-yourself-home-maintenance/ 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

Jul 21, 2023 • 13min
2384: The True Cost of a Speeding Ticket by Ramit Sethi of I Will Teach You to Be Rich
Ramit Sethi discusses the true cost of a speeding ticketEpisode 2384: The True Cost of a Speeding Ticket 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/cost-of-speeding-ticket/ 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

Jul 20, 2023 • 9min
2383: 4 Steps to Mastering the Cash Envelope System by Amanda Brownlow on Budgeting and Tracking Spending
Amanda Brownlow of Hello Brownlow shares 4 steps to mastering the cash envelope systemEpisode 2383: 4 Steps to Mastering the Cash Envelope System by Amanda Brownlow on Budgeting and Tracking SpendingAmanda is passionate about doing things herself. She loves to see how far she can stretch a dollar, minimize her home, and make her budget (and her life) more efficient. She only writes about budgeting and minimizing tricks that she has tried so that she knows that they work. She is on her journey to financial independence with her Little Guy in tow, and while maintaining a budget that allows her to save almost HALF of her income, she’s still able to go on adventures around the country. When she’s not running after her one-year-old, she’s writing about and thinking about new ways to make her life more efficient and bring simplicity to everything she does. The original post is located here: https://hellobrownlow.com/2018/02/20/4-steps-to-mastering-the-cash-envelope-system/ 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


