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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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Jan 20, 2021 • 12min
1412: 5 Things You Should Stop Wasting Money On by Julien Saunders of Rich And Regular
Julien Saunders of Rich and Regular lists five things you should stop wasting money on.Episode 1412: 5 Things You Should Stop Wasting Money On by Julien Saunders of Rich And RegularJulien and Kiersten started rich & REGULAR in 2017 after their stint in real estate investing led them to discover the F.I.R.E movement. At that point, they'd listened to their friends complain about doing everything right, and still not really "feeling" happy with the financial progress they'd made. Their blog became a place where they not only shared in their frustrations, but offered solutions to a richer and happier life. They could not have imagined that just a few years later, they would sign a book deal with the world's largest publisher, Penguin Random House. But that's not all. Their blog has afforded them opportunities to work with incredible brands, world-class media and into the fast-paced world of digital entrepreneurship.The original post is located here:https://richandregular.com/5-things-you-should-stop-wasting-money-on/ 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

Jan 19, 2021 • 9min
1411: 6 Principles The Best Investors Use to Crush The Market by Phil Town of Rule One Investing
Phil Town of Rule One Investing shares six principles that the best investors use to beat the market.Episode 1411: 6 Principles The Best Investors Use to Crush The Market by Phil Town of Rule One InvestingPhil 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 post is located here:https://www.ruleoneinvesting.com/blog/investing-news-and-tips/6-principles-the-best-investors-use-to-crush-the-market/ 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

Jan 18, 2021 • 11min
1410: Q&A with Diania Merriam - Finance & Money in Relationships And Financial Advice
Diania Merriam answers a listener's question about finance and money in relationships.Episode 1410: Q&A with Diania Merriam - Finance & Money in Relationships And Financial Advice 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

Jan 17, 2021 • 8min
1409: Life Without Cable - Start Saving More Money Today by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents
Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents talks about how to save more money by living a life without cable. Episode 1409: Life Without Cable - Start Saving More Money Today by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents Michelle Schroeder-Gardner created Making Sense of Cents in order to help improve her own finances. With diligence, she was able to pay off $38,000 in student debt in 7 months, kept track of progress, and helped readers along the way. She's currently touring North America and living out of an RV. You can learn more about her and see her monthly income reports at MakingSenseOfCents.com. The original post is located here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2015/04/how-to-cut-cable-cutting-cable.html Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 16, 2021 • 10min
1408: 5 Ways Frugality Can Lead To A Happy Life by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster
Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster shares five ways that frugality can lead to a happy life. Episode 1408: 5 Ways Frugality Can Lead To A Happy Life by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster Lisa is a mother, scientist, and financial enthusiast. She founded Mad Money Monster, a personal finance blog chronicling her and her family’s journey from doing money all wrong to doing it all right. She and her husband are known as Mr. & Mrs. Mad Money Monster on the site. They pride themselves as being Gen-Xers who have turned it all around and are now charting a course toward financial independence. The original post is located here: https://madmoneymonster.com/2019/09/16/5-ways-frugality-can-lead-to-a-happy-life/ Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 15, 2021 • 9min
1407: Taking Advantage of Mr. Bear by JL Collins on Tax Avoidance Investment Strategies
JL Collins of JLCollinsNH.com talks about taking advantage of Mr. Bear.Episode 1407: Taking Advantage of Mr. Bear by JL Collins on Tax Avoidance Investment StrategiesMr. Collins is a senior executive with extensive P&L experience and a proven track record of growing revenue and profitability, integrating acquisitions, launching new products, developing and implementing business plans, creating powerful marketing strategies, building strong customer relationships and building effective teams. He is experienced in a broad range of markets including technology, automotive, investments, design engineering, electronics manufacturing, construction, horticulture and energy.Mr. Collins is also an accomplished consultant, author and speaker. He is retired, but continues to write on his blog.The original post is located here:https://jlcollinsnh.com/2020/03/09/taking-advantage-of-mr-bear/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 2021 • 9min
1406: Keep Overspending? 5 Genius Tips for Sticking to a Budget by Jen Hayes on Budgeting Tips
Jen Hayes offers five helpful tips for sticking to a budget.Episode 1406: Keep Overspending? 5 Genius Tips for Sticking to a Budget by Jen Hayes on Budgeting TipsA 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 exlusive tips on how to save money, earn more, and live like no one else.The original post is located here: https://www.jenhayes.me/keep-overspending-5-genius-tips-for-sticking-to-a-budget/ 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

Jan 13, 2021 • 10min
1405: Why You Must Start Investing Now by Barbara Friedberg with Good Financial Cents on Compound Interest
Barbara Friedberg with Good Financial Cents tells you why you must start investing right away.Episode 1405: Why You Must Start Investing Now by Barbara Friedberg with Good Financial Cents on Compound InterestJeff 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/why-you-must-start-investing-now/ 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

Jan 12, 2021 • 9min
1404: Beyond Credit Card Debt by Sierra Black with Get Rich Slowly on Creating A Financial Debt Payoff Plan
Sierra Black with Get Rich Slowly talks about going beyond credit card debt.Episode 1404: Beyond Credit Card Debt by Sierra Black with Get Rich Slowly on Creating A Financial Debt Payoff PlanJ.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/beyond-credit-card-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

Jan 11, 2021 • 11min
1403: Getting Rich Is About Willpower: Why Give Up When You Can Keep On Going by Sam of Financial Samurai
Sam of Financial Samurai insists that getting rich is about willpower. Episode 1403: Getting Rich Is About Willpower: Why Give Up When You Can Keep On Going by Sam of Financial Samurai Sam 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/getting-rich-is-about-willpower/ Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


