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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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Mar 3, 2022 • 12min
1819: How To Open An IRA by The Finance Twins on Retirement Savings Accounts
The Finance Twins tell you how to open an IRAEpisode 1819: How To Open An IRA by The Finance Twins on Retirement Savings AccountsCamilo and Francisco Maldonado are the Finance Twins. Most people think money is confusing unless you are an accountant. We used to think that too. After working incredibly hard and catching several lucky breaks, we realized so many people are looking for ways to learn about personal finance, how to manage money, and how to get out of crippling debt. They have tons of tools and resources as well as countless articles that have everything you need to start your path to financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://thefinancetwins.com/how-to-open-an-ira/ 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
Mar 2, 2022 • 11min
1818: Personal Capital: The Financial Tool You Need AND The Plastic Card: Credit Card Debt by Philip Dancy
Philip Dancy of Dancy With Money shares two short posts covering personal capital and credit card debtEpisode 1818: Personal Capital: The Financial Tool You Need AND The Plastic Card: Credit Card Debt by Philip DancyPhilip Dancy joined one of the top investment banking firms upon his graduation from the Five Year MBA program at Hampton University. After starting his career in New York City and getting his first check, he understood that this “adulting” life wasn’t going to be simple. However, the one thing he knew he had to do was create a budget for himself. Through a period of trial and error, Philip was able to establish a solid foundation. As a result, Philip reached a point where he was comfortable and on a trajectory towards financial freedom. Philip’s main goal is to help millennials and Gen Z’ers (but ultimately everyone) establish a strong financial foundation through coaching while helping them turn steps into strides.The original posts are located here: https://dancywithmoney.com/blog/personal-capital-the-financial-tool-you-need & https://dancywithmoney.com/blog/the-plastic-card-borrowed-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
Mar 1, 2022 • 12min
1817: Mortgage Pay Down Strategy In A Rising Interest Rate Environment by Sam of Financial Samurai on Debt Strategies
Sam of Financial Samurai gives you a mortgage pay down strategy in a rising interest rate environmentEpisode 1817: Mortgage Pay Down Strategy In A Rising Interest Rate Environment by Sam of Financial Samurai on Debt StrategiesSam Dogen's net worth took a beating in 2009 as the world was falling apart. He thought it would be a good idea to start a personal finance site to help himself and others make sense of chaos. After all, he had spent 10 years working in the finance industry, got his MBA from Cal, invested and saved aggressively, and still got financially rocked! Since then, more than 20 million visitors have stopped by FinancialSamurai.com.The original post is located here: https://www.financialsamurai.com/mortgage-pay-down-strategy-in-a-rising-interest-rate-environment/ 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
Feb 28, 2022 • 12min
1816: How Discovering Your Debt Triggers Can Set You Free From Debt by Jackie Beck on Creating Debt-Free Finances
Jackie Beck talks about how to discover your debt triggers and why doing so can set you free from debtEpisode 1816: How Discovering Your Debt Triggers Can Set You Free From Debt by Jackie Beck on Creating Debt-Free FinancesJackie 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/identify-your-debt-triggers/ 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
Feb 27, 2022 • 11min
1815: [Part 2] How To Build A Compounding Machine by Barney of The Escape Artist on Investing for Retirement
Barney of The Escape Artist tells us how to build a compounding machine. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1815: [Part 2] How To Build A Compounding Machine by Barney of The Escape Artist on Investing for RetirementBarney Whiter writes about money and financial freedom at The Escape Artist. He has a degree in economics, is a qualified chartered accountant and had a 20 year career in corporate finance in London.Most recently, he is providing financial coaching to entrepreneurs, employees, and other people saving and investing towards financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://theescapeartist.me/2019/11/09/how-to-build-a-compounding-machine/ 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
Feb 26, 2022 • 10min
1814: [Part 1] How To Build A Compounding Machine by Barney of The Escape Artist on Investing for Retirement
Barney of The Escape Artist tells us how to build a compounding machine. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1814: [Part 1] How To Build A Compounding Machine by Barney of The Escape Artist on Investing for RetirementBarney Whiter writes about money and financial freedom at The Escape Artist. He has a degree in economics, is a qualified chartered accountant and had a 20 year career in corporate finance in London.Most recently, he is providing financial coaching to entrepreneurs, employees, and other people saving and investing towards financial freedom.The original post is located here: https://theescapeartist.me/2019/11/09/how-to-build-a-compounding-machine/ 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
Feb 25, 2022 • 13min
1813: The Real Value of Money by Mark Manson on Personal Finance & Creating True Wealth
Mark Manson shares the real value of money.Episode 1813: The Real Value of Money by Mark Manson on Personal Finance & Creating True WealthMark Manson was a full-time professional dating coach for men from 2008 until 2011. Sick of the industry, he wrote his first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, and changed the name and focus of his business to address broader self-development topics for men. The book took off, selling tens of thousands of copies. As he branched out into deeper issues of masculinity, self-worth, and the changing cultural landscape, the site grew.By 2013, he had begun writing about larger cultural issues — gender relations, happiness, ambition, life purpose, and cultural perspectives he had gathered while living in various countries around the world. Despite the fact that the business was still directed at men, thousands of women began reading and asking for advice as well.That same year, he made the leap to his own site and domain, broadening the demographics of his audience. The site exploded, garnering millions of views each month.Check out his book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F--- on his site or Amazon.The original post is located here: https://markmanson.net/the-real-value-of-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
Feb 24, 2022 • 11min
1812: 5 Life Milestones You Should be Financially Prepared For by Robert Farrington of The College Investor
Robert Farrington of The College Investor shares 5 life milestones you should be financially prepared for Episode 1812: 5 Life Milestones You Should be Financially Prepared For 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/16874/5-life-milestones-you-should-be-financially-prepared-for/ 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
Feb 23, 2022 • 11min
1811: How to Grow the Value of Your Career by 50% by ESI of ESI Money on Public Speaking & Professional Advancement
ESI of ESI Money tells you how to grow the value of your career by 50%Episode 1811: How to Grow the Value of Your Career by 50% by ESI of ESI Money on Public Speaking & Professional AdvancementESI Money is written by "ESI", a 50-something retiree. The site is basically a list of what's allowed him to become financially independent and how you can implement those successes in your life. His philosophy is simple and focuses on doing three simple things to achieve financial independence: earn, save, invest. There's a bit more to it than that, of course, but if you can concentrate on these three areas, they will get you at least 90% of the way there.The original post is located here: https://esimoney.com/grow-value-career-50/ 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
Feb 22, 2022 • 10min
1810: How Not to Invest $100,000 by Chris Reining on Long-Term Buy and Hold Investing Strategy
Chris Reining tells you how not to invest $100,000Episode 1810: How Not to Invest $100,000 by Chris Reining on Long-Term Buy and Hold Investing StrategyChris Reining is a thirty-something guy who provides resources to help manage your money and career to become financially free. His own path to financial freedom has had ups and downs, which is what he writes about on his site. He's been featured in the New York Times, on the Today Show, CNN, CBS, Business Insider, LifeHacker, and more.The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/invest-100000/ 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
