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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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Jun 26, 2023 • 11min
2356: MONDAY MASTERY - What Really Happens When You Move Up a Tax Bracket? by Robert Farrington
Robert Farrington of The College Investor talks about what really happens when you move up a tax bracketEpisode 2356: MONDAY MASTERY - What Really Happens When You Move Up a Tax Bracket? by Robert FarringtonRobert 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/32204/move-up-tax-bracket/ 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
Jun 25, 2023 • 9min
2355: Getting to the Root of Your Anger by Rosalyn Palmer on Understanding Your Emotions
Rosalyn Palmer helps you get to the root of your angerEpisode 2355: Getting to the Root of Your Anger by Rosalyn Palmer on Understanding Your EmotionsRosalyn Palmer is an Emotional Wellbeing Expert, an Advanced Rapid Transformational (RTT) Hypnotherapist and a Certified Coach. Rosalyn was one of the very first to train in RTT with Marisa Peer and has become one of the most sought-after RTT practitioners worldwide.The original post is located here: https://rosalynpalmer.com/getting-to-the-root-of-your-anger/ 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
Jun 25, 2023 • 9min
2354: 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 2354: 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.comInterested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2023 • 12min
2353: 5 Things That Happen When You Stop Buying S*** You Don’t Need by Sarah Von Bargen of Yes and Yes
Sarah Von Bargen shares 5 things that happen when you stop buying more than you needEpisode 2353: 5 Things That Happen When You Stop Buying S*** You Don’t Need by Sarah Von Bargen of Yes and YesSarah has consulted, strategized, and ghostwritten for hundreds of companies, bloggers, and entrepreneurs. Her clients include fashion labels, authors, life coaches, photographers, restaurants, psychologists, interior designers, and people who wouldn’t want you to know they have a ghostwriter. In addition to writing three books and an e-course, her writing has been featured on Buzzfeed, Forbes.com, Lifehacker, HelloGiggles, MindBodyGreen, Glamour, CLEO and Problogger named her one of 15 bloggers to watch in 2013 The original post is located here: https://www.yesandyes.org/2018/05/stop-buying-shit-you-dont-need.html 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
Jun 23, 2023 • 12min
2352: [Part 2] Individual Stocks vs. Index Funds – Why I Choose Both by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad
Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad compares stocks and index funds. This is part 2 of 2.Episode 2352: [Part 2] Individual Stocks vs. Index Funds – Why I Choose Both by Craig Stephens of Retire Before DadCraig 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/individual-stocks-vs-index-funds/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
Jun 22, 2023 • 11min
2351: [Part 1] Individual Stocks vs. Index Funds – Why I Choose Both by Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad
Craig Stephens of Retire Before Dad compares stocks and index funds. This is part 1 of 2.Episode 2351: [Part 1] Individual Stocks vs. Index Funds – Why I Choose Both by Craig Stephens of Retire Before DadCraig 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/individual-stocks-vs-index-funds/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
Jun 21, 2023 • 11min
2350: Mortgage Prepayment Made Easy: Own Your Home in Half the Time by JD Roth of Get Rich Slowly
J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly helps you pay your mortgage off in half the timeEpisode 2350: Mortgage Prepayment Made Easy: Own Your Home in Half the Time by JD Roth of Get Rich SlowlyJ.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/mortgage-prepayment-made-easy-own-your-home-in-half-the-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
Jun 20, 2023 • 11min
2349: Dealing With Credit Card Debt When You’re in Over Your Head by Kumiko of The Budget Mom
Kumiko of The Budget Mom helps you deal with credit card debtEpisode 2349: Dealing With Credit Card Debt When You’re in Over Your Head by Kumiko of The Budget MomKumiko 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/dealing-with-credit-card-debt-when-youre-in-over-your-head/ 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
Jun 19, 2023 • 13min
2348: MONDAY MASTERY - Investment Options For the Soon-to-Be-Retired by Greg Ward with Financial Finesse
Greg Ward with Financial Finesse discusses investment options for those on the brink of retirementEpisode 2348: MONDAY MASTERY - Investment Options For the Soon-to-Be-Retired by Greg Ward with Financial FinesseAfter 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/2013/08/21/investment-options-for-the-soon-to-be-retired/ 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
Jun 18, 2023 • 12min
2347: Hyperflexibility and Joint Pain by Rachel Trotta on Fixing Muscular Imbalance
Rachel Trotta shares her thoughts on hyperflexibility and joint pain. Episode 2347: Hyperflexibility and Joint Pain by Rachel Trotta on Fixing Muscular Imbalance Rachel Trotta is a certified personal trainer, fitness nutritionalist, and health writer living in Red Bank, New Jersey, and helping clients all over the world. She loves helping women transform their habits and their relationships to themselves, to help them achieve long-lasting results. The original post is located here: https://www.racheltrotta.com/fitness/hyperflexibility-joint-pain/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
