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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Jul 6, 2020 • 9min
1214: A Helpful Guide to Overcoming Consumerism by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Intentional Spending
Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist shares a helpful guide to overcoming consumerism.Episode 1214: A Helpful Guide to Overcoming Consumerism by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist on Intentional SpendingJoshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits.Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal and countless media interviews around the world. Their books have sold in the tens of thousands.BecomingMinimalist.com is about their journey towards a rational approach to minimalism. It is about the joys and the struggles. It is about the lessons they have learned. It has inspired millions around the world. It is written to inspire you to intentionally live with less, and find more life because of it.The original post is located here: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/consumer-isnt/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 5, 2020 • 9min
1213: How To Know If You Are Ready To Buy Investment Property by Bruce Young with Financial Finesse on Real Estate
Bruce Young with Financial Finesse shares how to know if you are ready to buy investment property.Episode 1213: How To Know If You Are Ready To Buy Investment Property by Bruce Young with Financial Finesse on Real EstateAfter 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/2017/10/09/how-to-know-if-you-are-ready-to-buy-investment-property/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 4, 2020 • 8min
1212: How to Invest and Make Money: 10 Practical Tips and Financial Advice from Successful Investors by Brian Tracy
Brian Tracy shares 10 practical tips and financial advices from successful investors on how to invest and make money.Episode 1212: How to Invest and Make Money: 10 Practical Tips and Financial Advice from Successful Investors by Brian TracyBrian Tracy's goal is to help you achieve your personal and business goals faster and easier than you ever imagined. Brian Tracy has consulted for more than 1,000 companies and addressed more than 5,000,000 people in 5,000 talks and seminars throughout the US, Canada and 70 other countries worldwide. As a Keynote speaker and seminar leader, he addresses more than 250,000 people each year. He has studied, researched, written and spoken for 30 years in the fields of economics, history, business, philosophy and psychology. He is the top selling author of over 70 books that have been translated into dozens of languages.The original post is located here: https://www.briantracy.com/blog/financial-success/how-to-invest-and-make-more-money-10-practical-tips-and-financial-advice-from-successful-investors/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 3, 2020 • 8min
1211: What's The Difference Between A W2 and W4? by Robert Farrington of The College Investor on Tax Preparation Info
Robert Farrington of The College Investor shares the difference between a W2 and W4.Episode 1211: What's The Difference Between A W2 and W4? by Robert Farrington of The College Investor on Tax Preparation InfoRobert 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/20975/whats-difference-w2-w4/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 2, 2020 • 8min
1210: Should You Budget Your Money Using Percentages? by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Budgeting Techniques
Kumiko of The Budget Mom shares if you should budget your money using percentages.Episode 1210: Should You Budget Your Money Using Percentages? by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Budgeting TechniquesKumiko 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/should-you-budget-your-money-using-percentages/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 1, 2020 • 8min
1209: Are Property Managers Worth Their Fees? by Hank Coleman with PT Money on Real Estate Investing Decisions
Hank Coleman with PT Money shares if property managers are worth their fees.Episode 1209: Are Property Managers Worth Their Fees? by Hank Coleman with PT Money on Real Estate Investing DecisionsPTMoney.com is about helping you make extra money, save more money, and spend your money wisely--all in an effort to help you fix your finances so you can build the life you want. It was started by Philip Taylor, a CPA, entrepreneur, and blogger who started the site in 2007. He also created FinCon, the popular conference for financial nerds.The original post is located here: https://ptmoney.com/are-property-managers-worth-their-fees/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 30, 2020 • 10min
1208: My Simple Philosophy For Achieving Financial Freedom In 5 Years Or Less by Steve Chou of My Wife Quit Her Job
Steve Chou of My Wife Quit Her Job shares his simple philosophy for achieving financial freedom in 5 years or less.Episode 1208: My Simple Philosophy For Achieving Financial Freedom In 5 Years Or Less by Steve Chou of My Wife Quit Her JobSteve Chou of My Wife Quit Her Job carries both a bachelors and a masters degree in electrical engineering from Stanford University, but spent a good portion of his graduate education studying entrepreneurship and small business. When he and his wife had a child, they launched an online store to supplement their income, and quickly replaced Steve's wife's income stream through the new business. Steve blogs about it all at MyWifeQuitHerJob.comThe original post is located here: https://mywifequitherjob.com/why-playing-pai-gow-poker-will-help-you-achieve-financial-success/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 29, 2020 • 7min
1207: How To Save Money By Bartering Services by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents on Frugality
Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents shares how to save money by bartering services.Episode 1207: How To Save Money By Bartering Services by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner of Making Sense of Cents on FrugalityMichelle 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/2014/04/how-to-save-money-by-bartering-services.htmlVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 28, 2020 • 11min
1206: [Part 2] Safe Withdrawal Rate for Early Retirees by The Mad Fientist on Retirement Planning for Financial Freedom
The Mad Fientist shares his thoughts on the safe withdrawal rate for early retirees. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1206: [Part 2] Safe Withdrawal Rate for Early Retirees by The Mad Fientist on Retirement Planning for Financial FreedomThe Mad Fientist analyzes the tax code and looks at personal finance through the lens of early financial independence to develop strategies and tactics to help you retire even earlier.Most personal finance advice is geared towards people retiring in their 60s or later and doesn’t apply to those of us pursuing early financial independence. The Mad Fientist is focused on providing advice and innovative tax-avoidance methods specifically for people wanting to break away from full-time employment very early in life. He also hosts the Financial Independence Podcast.The original post is located here: https://www.madfientist.com/safe-withdrawal-rate/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 27, 2020 • 11min
1205: [Part 1] Safe Withdrawal Rate for Early Retirees by The Mad Fientist on 4% Rule for Spending Money in Retirement
The Mad Fientist shares his thoughts on the safe withdrawal rate for early retirees. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1205: [Part 1] Safe Withdrawal Rate for Early Retirees by The Mad Fientist on 4% Rule for Spending Money in RetirementThe Mad Fientist analyzes the tax code and looks at personal finance through the lens of early financial independence to develop strategies and tactics to help you retire even earlier.Most personal finance advice is geared towards people retiring in their 60s or later and doesn’t apply to those of us pursuing early financial independence. The Mad Fientist is focused on providing advice and innovative tax-avoidance methods specifically for people wanting to break away from full-time employment very early in life. He also hosts the Financial Independence Podcast.The original post is located here: https://www.madfientist.com/safe-withdrawal-rate/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
