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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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3183: The Quickstart Guide to Seller Financing ...
Kalen Bruce outlines how seller financing allows real estate investors to earn steady income without the headaches of being a landlord
7 min
2
3182: 9 Things We Would Do if We Won a Million ...
A grounded roadmap for anyone navigating sudden wealth, with a mix of practical financial moves
11 min
3
3181: [Part 2] Frugality Is A Compounding Game ...
Insourcing everyday tasks can lead to long-term freedom, personal growth, and a stronger sense of capability
7 min
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3180: [Part 1] Frugality Is A Compounding Game ...
Frugality isn’t about deprivation, it’s about compounding small, consistent choices into lasting financial freedom
10 min
5
3179: Financial Locker Room Talk by ESI Money o...
This piece empowers you to take charge of your own finances and avoid being sold instead of served
9 min
6
3178: The Cost of Being a Better Parent by Robe...
Prioritizing family over productivity often leads to internal conflict, but also deeper fulfillment and self-awareness
6 min
7
3177: Mortgages, Home Equity, and Retirement Sp...
Jeremy Jacobson challenges the conventional wisdom of including home equity in retirement budgeting
9 min
8
3176: Signs You Have Too Much Debt by James Lam...
Clear strategies to reduce bad debt, differentiate it from good debt, and improve your overall money management for lasting financial health
10 min
9
3175: Habits That Made Us Millionaires in Less ...
Powerful habits that propelled her and her husband to millionaire status and early retirement before turning 40
9 min
10
3174: 5 Critical Questions You Need to Ask Your...
Your budget becomes a flexible, motivating tool for long-term financial success
7 min
11
3173: The Holy Grail of Travel by Craig Stephen...
Working toward financial independence to achieve long-term, comfortable global travel without time or financial constraints
8 min
12
3172: [Part 2] 8 Tips for Saving Big and Retiri...
Darrow Kirkpatrick shares practical strategies to cut expenses without sacrificing quality of life
7 min
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3171: [Part 1] 8 Tips for Saving Big and Retiri...
Accelerate financial independence by mastering mindful spending and cutting costs in everyday life
8 min
14
3170: Change CAN happen in an instant. Has it h...
How small, consistent steps turn fleeting moments of motivation into lasting habits
8 min
15
3169: What is Longevity Insurance? by Jeff Rose...
Jeff Rose explains how longevity insurance can safeguard retirees against outliving their savings by providing guaranteed lifetime income
8 min
16
3168: Downhill Racing Meets Value Investing by ...
Prepare for inevitable market downturns by adopting a disciplined, skill-based approach to investing
7 min
17
3167: Can Dividend Stocks Fight Inflation While...
Careful stock selection can offer rising income and market resilience, even in volatile times
10 min
18
3166: Cash Flow Investments: REITs and Agency M...
JT McGee explores the world of mortgage REITs, explaining how they generate impressive dividend yields
9 min
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3165: 5 Tips For Buying a Home in a Competitive...
Mike Ballew shares practical, strategic guidance for navigating a hyper-competitive housing market
8 min
20
3164: How Discovering Your Debt Triggers Can Se...
Break the cycle of credit dependency and take control of your money with clarity and purpose
9 min
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3163: You, Too, Can Be Conned by JL Collins on ...
J.L. Collins lays out a sharp and eye-opening warning about the seductive nature of financial scams and the psychological tricks
10 min
22
3162: P.S.: We All Struggle by J. Money on Feel...
Through raw honesty and uplifting encouragement, this piece offers a comforting reminder that you’re not alone
9 min
23
3161: How Should I Invest a Lump Sum? By Chris ...
Chris Reining unpacks the psychological and strategic considerations behind investing a large lump sum
6 min
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3160: The Yield Shield: Preferred Shares by Wan...
Early retirees can increase cash flow while strategically managing volatility and cost
11 min
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3159: Luck, Credit, and the FIRE Movement by Se...
Sean Mullaney offers a compelling defense of the FIRE movement
11 min