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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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Oct 23, 2019 • 10min
957: Here's How Your Investments Can Survive a World of Trouble AND These Simple Tips Can Make You a Better Investor
2 short posts from Vitaliy Katsenelson of Contrarian Edge where he shares how your investments can survive a world of trouble and simple tips to make you a better investor. Episode 957: Here's How Your Investments Can Survive a World of Trouble AND These Simple Tips Can Make You a Better Investor Vitaliy Katsenelson is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Investment Management Associates. He has written two books on investing, which were published by John Wiley & Sons and have translated into eight languages. The original post is located here: https://contrarianedge.com/heres-investments-can-survive-world-trouble/ & https://contrarianedge.com/these-simple-tips-can-make-you-a-better-investor/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 22, 2019 • 9min
956: Take Care Of Your Health - Few Things Are More Important by The Finance Twins on Healthcare Costs
The Finance Twins share why there are few things more important than taking care of your health. Episode 956: Take Care Of Your Health - Few Things Are More Important by The Finance Twins on Healthcare Costs Camilo 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/take-care-of-your-health-few-things-matter-more/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 21, 2019 • 9min
955: The Story of Enough: Giving Up (new) Cothes for One Year by Sarah Peck with Becoming Minimalist on Minimalism
Sarah Peck with Becoming Minimalist shares her thoughts on giving up new clothes for one year. Episode 955: The Story of Enough: Giving Up (new) Cothes for One Year by Sarah Peck with Becoming Minimalist on Minimalism Joshua 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/minimalist-enough/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2019 • 9min
954: Is Inflation Stealing Your Money? The Effects of Inflation on Your Retirement by Phil Town of Rule One Investing
Phil Town of Rule One Investing shares the effects of inflation on your retirement. Episode 954: Is Inflation Stealing Your Money? The Effects of Inflation on Your Retirement by Phil Town of Rule One Investing Phil 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 posts are located here:https://www.ruleoneinvesting.com/blog/investing-news-and-tips/effects-of-inflation-retirement/Please Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Podcasts Facebook Group!and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2019 • 9min
953: What I Am Taking From My Parents' 5 Financial Habits by Monika of Mission Money on Personal Finance Lessons
Monika of Mission Money shares what she is taking from her parents' 5 financial habits. Episode 953: What I Am Taking From My Parents' 5 Financial Habits by Monika of Mission Money on Personal Finance Lessons Monika is a mother of two cats, a content creator and an expat settled in the UK, and a digital producer by profession. Financial literacy is something that appears to still be missing in schools and money remains a taboo around many family tables. This blog might not fill all the gaps, but it will over time give you access to the basic tools needed to understand the economy we live in and to manage your money. And hopefully, it will also spark useful conversations. The original posts are located here:https://missionmoney.co.uk/2019/09/05/parent-habits/Please Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Podcasts Facebook Group!and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 18, 2019 • 8min
952: Choosing Investments is Like Choosing a Pizza by Kelley Long with Financial Finesse on How To Allocate A Portfolio
Kelley Long with Financial Finesse shares how choosing investments is like choosing a pizza. Episode 952: Choosing Investments is Like Choosing a Pizza by Kelley Long with Financial Finesse on How To Allocate A Portfolio After 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/2016/04/20/choosing-investments-is-like-choosing-pizza/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 17, 2019 • 8min
951: Your Investment Mistake May Actually Be An Investment Win by Sam of Financial Samurai on Financial Advice
Sam of Financial Samurai shares how your investment mistake may actually be an investment win. Episode 951: Your Investment Mistake May Actually Be An Investment Win by Sam of Financial Samurai on Financial Advice 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/investment-mistake-might-actually-investment-win/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 16, 2019 • 9min
950: Is a Roth 401k Conversion the Right Decision For You? by Emily Guy Birken with PT Money on Retirement Accounts
Emily Guy Birken with PT Money shares if a Roth 401k conversion is the right decision for you. Episode 950: Is a Roth 401k Conversion the Right Decision For You? by Emily Guy Birken with PT Money on Retirement Accounts PTMoney.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/roth-401k-conversion/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2019 • 9min
949: Travel, Tourism, and Living Abroad by Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme on Frugality & Simple Living
Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme shares his thoughts on travel, tourism and living abroad. Episode 949: Travel, Tourism, and Living Abroad by Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme on Frugality & Simple Living Jacob Lund Fisker was a nuclear astrophysicist who retired at 33 with what he believes to be enough savings to last the rest of his life — even if he never works again. His "claim to fame" is the Early Retirement Extreme site, which is effectively a philosophy of life. ERE is a set of values and principles that gives readers the freedom and opportunity to live an exciting and interesting life. The original post is located here: http://earlyretirementextreme.com/travel-tourism-and-living-abroad.htmlVisit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 14, 2019 • 10min
948: How I Lost Millions by Retiring Early by ESI of ESI Money on How To Achieve Financial Independence
ESI of ESI Money shares how he lost millions by retiring early. Episode 948: How I Lost Millions by Retiring Early by ESI of ESI Money on How To Achieve Financial Independence ESI 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/how-i-lost-millions-by-retiring-early/Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
