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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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Mar 17, 2022 • 12min
1833: How Frequent Traders Can Stay Organized For Taxes by Robert Farrington of The College Investor
Robert Farrington of The College Investor talks about how frequent traders can stay organized for taxesEpisode 1833: How Frequent Traders Can Stay Organized For Taxes 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/18941/frequent-traders-can-stay-organized-tax-time/ 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

Mar 16, 2022 • 12min
1832: Make Saving as Much Fun as Spending by Julie Grandstaff with Women Who Money on Setting Financial Goals
Julie Grandstaff of Women Who Money helps you make saving as much fun as spendingEpisode 1832: Make Saving as Much Fun as Spending by Julie Grandstaff with Women Who Money on Setting Financial GoalsThe co-founders of Women Who Money are Amy Blacklock from Life Zemplified and Vicki Cook, from Make Smarter Decisions. Vicki and Amy connected initially online and eventually met in person at a financial conference in the fall of 2017.They’ve both reached financial independence and left full-time work to devote more time to family, pursue passion projects, and embrace fun and challenging opportunities.They enjoy collaborating on original content and sharing great articles written by and for women.The original post is located here: https://womenwhomoney.com/make-saving-as-much-fun-as-spending/ 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 15, 2022 • 10min
1831: The Easiest Way to Build Wealth as a Couple by Elle Martinez with Marriage Kids And Money on Savings Rate
Elle Martinez with Marriage Kids And Money shares the easiest way to build wealth as a coupleEpisode 1831: The Easiest Way to Build Wealth as a Couple by Elle Martinez with Marriage Kids And Money on Savings RateAndy Hill is a husband and father to two awesome (and crazy) kids and they hail from the great state of Michigan. His goal is to give his family the best life possible and strengthen their family tree for generations to come.In 2016, he got so geeked about this topic of young family finance that he decided to start a blog and podcast about it. It began as a hobby and then morphed into a fun side hustle when people started to enjoy the information he was sharing. Fast forward to today, he’s left his corporate event marketing career behind and is now a full-time blogger and podcaster who has been featured in major media outlets like CNBC, Kiplinger’s Personal Finance and NBC NewsThe original post is located here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/the-easiest-way-to-build-wealth-as-a-couple 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

Mar 14, 2022 • 10min
1830: What to Do with That Extra Third Paycheck by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Being Proactive With your Money
Kumiko of The Budget Mom tells you what to do with your extra paychecks Episode 1830: What to Do with That Extra Third Paycheck by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Being Proactive With your MoneyKumiko 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/what-to-do-with-that-third-paycheck/ 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 13, 2022 • 11min
1829: [Part 2] 3 Habits That Are Costing You Hundreds of Thousands by Nick True of Mapped Out Money on Saving Cash
Nick True of Mapped Out Money reminds us of three habits that are costing us hundreds of thousands of dollars. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 1829: [Part 2] 3 Habits That Are Costing You Hundreds of Thousands by Nick True of Mapped Out Money on Saving CashNick True is the founder of Mapped Out Money, where he helps you get a grip on your finances and take hold of freedom. His goal is to help you save more, live more, reduce debt, and get free. Mapped Out Money is for you if you want actionable steps to help get control of your money, you want to be free from money stress, you're ready to change your life and use money to support your dreams, and you don't want to settle for mediocrity.The original post is located here: https://mappedoutmoney.com/3-habits-that-are-costing-you-hundreds-of-thousands/Please Rate & Review the Show!Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Groupand Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 12, 2022 • 11min
1828: [Part 1] 3 Habits That Are Costing You Hundreds of Thousands by Nick True of Mapped Out Money on Saving Cash
Nick True of Mapped Out Money reminds us of three habits that are costing us hundreds of thousands of dollars. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 1828: [Part 1] 3 Habits That Are Costing You Hundreds of Thousands by Nick True of Mapped Out Money on Saving CashNick True is the founder of Mapped Out Money, where he helps you get a grip on your finances and take hold of freedom. His goal is to help you save more, live more, reduce debt, and get free. Mapped Out Money is for you if you want actionable steps to help get control of your money, you want to be free from money stress, you're ready to change your life and use money to support your dreams, and you don't want to settle for mediocrity.The original post is located here: https://mappedoutmoney.com/3-habits-that-are-costing-you-hundreds-of-thousands/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

Mar 11, 2022 • 10min
1827: Downhill Racing Meets Value Investing by Vitaliy Katsenelson of Contrarian Edge on Stock Market Valuations
Vitaliy Katsenelson of Contrarian Edge shares his thoughts on when downhill racing meets value investing.Episode 1827: Downhill Racing Meets Value Investing by Vitaliy Katsenelson of Contrarian Edge on Stock Market ValuationsVitaliy 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/downhill-racing-meets-value-investing/ 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

Mar 10, 2022 • 14min
1826: The Truth About Investment “News” Channels - Don’t Fall For Them by Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey
Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey encourages you not to fall for investment "news" channelsEpisode 1826: The Truth About Investment “News” Channels - Don’t Fall For Them by Christina Browning of Our Rich JourneyAmon and Christina are former federal government employees that focused on saving, making, and investing money so that they could grow enough wealth in their investments to never have to work again.And, guess what? They did it! At the age of 39, they reached financial independence, quit their jobs, and retired!If you’re interested in learning how to save, make and invest money on the road to financial independence and retiring early (i.e., FIRE) - their site is for you!Subscribe to their YouTube channel for more how-to videos on how to make, save, and invest more money in the pursuit of financial independence.The original post is located here: https://www.ourrichjourney.com/blog/the-truth-about-investment-news-channels-dont-fall-for-them 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 9, 2022 • 13min
1825: Life Without the Constraints of Time and Money by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on Lifestyle Design
Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad talks about life without the constraints of time and moneyEpisode 1825: Life Without the Constraints of Time and Money by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad on Lifestyle DesignCraig Stephens of Retire Before Dad is a 43-year-old IT professional, investor, and blogger based in the Washington, DC metro area. His primary financial goal is to retire at age 55, one year before his Dad retired. He writes about how to build income streams so you can explore the unusual. His first love is his beautiful wife and three kids. His second love is travel. Combining both in early retirement is the ultimate goal and his primary motivation for financial independence.The original post is located here: https://www.retirebeforedad.com/life-without-constraints-time-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 8, 2022 • 14min
1824: How Does Mental Health Affect Your Financial Health by Lyle Soloman with Fiology on Improving Financial Wellness
Lyle Soloman with Fiology discusses how mental health affects your financial healthEpisode 1824: How Does Mental Health Affect Your Financial Health by Lyle Soloman with Fiology on Improving Financial WellnessFiology is an educational resource designed to teach you about Financial Independence (FI). They have scoured the internet to find content from the best and brightest of the FI community and have created lessons covering the critical concepts of FI.In addition, there is original content, financial coach references, and real money stories from real people from the Financial Independence Community.The original post is located here: https://www.fiology.com/mental-health-financial-health/ 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