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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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Sep 16, 2022 • 11min
2032: Is It a Good Time to Refinance Your Mortgage? by Kumiko
Kumiko of The Budget Mom talks about whether or not it's a good time to refinance your mortgageEpisode 2032: Is It a Good Time to Refinance Your Mortgage? by KumikoKumiko 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/is-it-a-good-time-to-refinance-your-mortgage/ 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

Sep 15, 2022 • 12min
2031: Could You Be Sued by Creditors? Know Your Rights by James Lambridis
James Lambridis of DebtMD helps you prepare if you get sued by creditorsEpisode 2031: Could You Be Sued by Creditors? Know Your Rights by James LambridisWith the right information, you can take charge of your finances. DebtMD helps people pay off all types of debt by connecting them with the professional help they need to become debt free. Featured in Forbes, U.S. News & World Report, Yahoo Finance, and Fox BusinessThe original post is located here: https://debtmd.com/blog/know-your-rights-with-creditors 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

Sep 14, 2022 • 11min
2030: How 5 Daily Habits Rocked My Financial World and Turned Things Around by Jillian Beirne Davi
Jackie Beck talks about how 5 daily habits rocked her financial world and turned things aroundEpisode 2030: How 5 Daily Habits Rocked My Financial World and Turned Things Around by Jillian Beirne DaviJackie 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/how-five-daily-habits-rocked-my-financial-world/ 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

Sep 13, 2022 • 12min
2029: How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Early Retirement by Jill with Mad Fientist
Jill with Mad Fientist shares how to get your spouse on board with early retirement.Episode 2029: How to Get Your Spouse on Board with Early Retirement by Jill with Mad FientistThe 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/spouse-early-retirement/ 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

Sep 12, 2022 • 11min
2028: Women, Insecurity and Money: Overcoming the Confidence Gap by Kristin Wong
Kristin Wong with Get Rich Slowly talks about how women can become more confident when it comes to moneyEpisode 2028: Women, Insecurity and Money: Overcoming the Confidence Gap by Kristin WongJ.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/women-insecurity-and-money-overcoming-the-confidence-gap/ Ladder is 100% digital – no doctors, no needles, no paperwork – when you apply for $3 million in coverage or less. Go to LadderLife.com/OFD to see if you’re instantly approved. 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

Sep 11, 2022 • 9min
2027: Mediocrity is an Integrity Problem by Cylon George
Cylon George of Spiritual Living for Busy People shares why mediocrity is an integrity problem.Episode 2027: Mediocrity is an Integrity Problem by Cylon George Cylon George is a spiritual chaplain, musician, devoted husband, and busy dad of six. He loves listening to people's stories and helping them gain perspective on life's opportunities and challenges. The mission of his blog is to help busy people thrive in their spiritual lives so they can live with more joy, peace, purpose, and meaning.The original post is located here:https://www.spirituallivingforbusypeople.com/mediocrity-is-an-integrity-problem 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

Sep 11, 2022 • 10min
2026: [Part 2] How We Saved Over $2,000 on These Simple DIY Home Tasks by Lisa Harrison
Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster talks about how they saved over $2,000 on simple DIY home tasks. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2026: [Part 2] How We Saved Over $2,000 on These Simple DIY Home Tasks by Lisa HarrisonLisa 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/2019/07/29/how-we-saved-over-2000-on-these-simple-diy-home-tasks/ 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

Sep 10, 2022 • 11min
2025: [Part 1] How We Saved Over $2,000 on These Simple DIY Home Tasks by Lisa Harrison
Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster talks about how they saved over $2,000 on simple DIY home tasks. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2025: [Part 1] How We Saved Over $2,000 on These Simple DIY Home Tasks by Lisa HarrisonLisa 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/2019/07/29/how-we-saved-over-2000-on-these-simple-diy-home-tasks/ 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

Sep 9, 2022 • 12min
2024: A Simple Estate Planning Checklist For a Challenging Topic by Scott Spann
Scott Spann with Financial Finesse shares a simple estate planning checklistEpisode 2024: A Simple Estate Planning Checklist For a Challenging Topic by Scott SpannAfter 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/2013/06/17/a-simple-estate-planning-checklist-for-a-challenging-topic/ 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

Sep 8, 2022 • 10min
2023: Why Choose An Independent Life Insurance Agent by Jeff Rose
Jeff Rose talks about why to choose an independent life insurance agentEpisode 2023: Why Choose An Independent Life Insurance Agent by Jeff RoseJeff 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/independent-life-insurance-agent/ 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