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Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

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

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3168: Downhill Racing Meets Value Investing by...

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2025/06/06

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3168: Vitaliy Katsenelson uses a personal skiing mishap to illustrate how bull markets, much like groomed ski slopes, can hide underlying weaknesses in investment strategies. He urges investors to reexamine their portfolios, focus on fundamentals like earnings growth and valuations, and prepare for inevitable market downturns by adopting a

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13:27

3167: Can Dividend Stocks Fight Inflation While...

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2025/06/05

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3167: Gordon Stein explores how high-quality dividend stocks can serve as a shield against inflation while potentially accelerating portfolio growth. Highlighting examples like Lockheed Martin, Stein illustrates how dividend growth, reinvestment strategies, and careful stock selection can offer rising income and market resilience, even in

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3166: Cash Flow Investments: REITs and Agency...

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2025/06/04

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3166: JT McGee explores the world of mortgage REITs, explaining how they generate impressive dividend yields by leveraging government-backed and non-agency mortgage securities. He outlines the key risks tied to interest rate movements and offers practical insights on how REITs can fit into a diversified, income-focused portfolio for investors

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3165: 5 Tips For Buying a Home in a Competitive...

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2025/06/03

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3165: Mike Ballew shares practical, strategic guidance for navigating a hyper-competitive housing market, where hesitation can cost you your dream home. His five-step plan empowers buyers to act quickly and confidently, arming themselves with neighborhood knowledge, financial readiness, and negotiation flexibility, to avoid common regrets and

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12:41

3164: How Discovering Your Debt Triggers Can Set You...

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2025/06/02

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3164: Jackie Beck reveals how identifying your personal debt triggers can be the turning point to lasting financial freedom. By examining the emotional and habitual roots of your spending decisions, you can break the cycle of credit dependency and take control of your money with clarity and purpose. Read along with the original article(s)

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13:02

3163: You, Too, Can Be Conned by JL Collins on...

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2025/06/01

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3163: J.L. Collins lays out a sharp and eye-opening warning about the seductive nature of financial scams and the psychological tricks that make them so effective, even on smart, well-intentioned people. Through personal stories and timeless lessons, he reminds us why skepticism and simplicity are our best defense against losing money to con

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12:04

3162: P.S.: We All Struggle by J. Money on Feeling...

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2025/06/01

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3162: J. Money reminds readers that everyone, even those who seem to have it all together, struggles sometimes. Through raw honesty and uplifting encouragement, this piece offers a comforting reminder that you’re not alone and that it’s okay to ask for help or take a break when life feels overwhelming. Read along with the original article(s)

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3161: How Should I Invest a Lump Sum? By Chris...

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2025/05/31

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3161: Chris Reining unpacks the psychological and strategic considerations behind investing a large lump sum, emphasizing the risks of loss aversion and market timing. By advocating for a slower, more measured investment strategy aligned with your savings rate, he provides a practical framework to protect against emotional decision-making and

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14:04

3160: The Yield Shield: Preferred Shares by Wanderer...

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2025/05/30

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3160: Wanderer explains how incorporating preferred shares into a retirement portfolio can mitigate sequence-of-return risk by boosting income during the vulnerable early years of retirement. By swapping part of their bond allocation for these higher-yielding, bond-like assets, early retirees can increase cash flow while strategically managing

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3159: Luck, Credit, and the FIRE Movement by Sean...

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2025/05/29

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3159: Sean Mullaney offers a compelling defense of the FIRE movement by reframing it not as a claim to credit or privilege, but as a tool for improving financial outcomes through intentional decision-making. Acknowledging the role of luck, he argues that FIRE equips individuals with a framework to optimize their financial lives regardless of

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9:15

3158: How to Create "Tiny Advantages" and Crush Your...

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2025/05/28

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3158: James Altucher draws a powerful parallel between winning at chess and successful investing: both hinge on consistently building tiny advantages. From choosing debt-free companies with strong cash reserves to aligning with demographic trends, he reveals how small, smart moves compound into big wins, without relying on flashy predictions

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10:37

3157: The 3 Most Important Words in Financial...

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2025/05/27

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3157: Erik Carter underscores how embracing a margin of safety, a buffer against unpredictability, can transform your entire approach to financial planning, from investing and retirement to insurance and emergency savings. By preparing for less-than-ideal outcomes, you reduce financial stress and increase confidence in your long-term goals,

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3156: [Part 2] 5 Ways We Avoided Lifestyle Inflation...

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2025/05/26

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3156: Lisa Harrison shares how she and her husband sidestepped lifestyle inflation to build wealth and achieve financial freedom, without sacrificing joy or connection. Through mindful home buying, curbing consumer habits, and consistently increasing their savings rate, they created a life of intentionality and long-term fulfillment. Read

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3155: [Part 1] 5 Ways We Avoided Lifestyle Inflation...

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2025/05/25

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3155: Lisa Harrison shares her personal journey from a youthful splurge on a flashy car to a values-driven commitment to living within her means. Through candid storytelling and practical advice, she highlights how avoiding lifestyle inflation, especially with car purchases, became a foundational strategy in her family's path to financial

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10:28

3154: Why I Won’t Give My Kids An Allowance by Andy...

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2025/05/25

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3154: Andy Hill challenges the traditional notion of giving kids an allowance by linking money to effort through “Chore Money.” His approach teaches children real-world financial principles, like earning through value, saving early, and understanding limits, while also sparking entrepreneurial thinking from a young age. Read along with the

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12:31

3153: The Percentage Of People With No Wealth Outside...

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2025/05/24

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3153: Sam from Financial Samurai sheds light on a growing financial vulnerability in America: nearly 30% of households have no investments beyond their primary residence. He explores how financial trauma, wage stagnation, and lack of education have led to under-diversification, urging readers to adopt a more balanced wealth-building strategy

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3152: How Can You Afford to Travel the World? by...

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2025/05/23

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3152: Paula Pant shares how long-term, global travel can be surprisingly attainable, not just for the wealthy, but for anyone willing to rethink their financial priorities. By breaking down the cost of international living and comparing it to typical expenses back home, she reveals how travel can actually be more affordable than staying

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3151: The Time Value of Money (or why 25 years of...

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2025/05/22

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3151: Stephen Popick unpacks the often-misunderstood concept of the time value of money, showing why recurring expenses like cable TV aren’t as costly in today’s dollars as they appear over decades. By factoring in inflation, investment returns, and personal opportunity costs, he makes a compelling case for thoughtful financial planning that

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3150: 4 Lessons Learned From Our 2nd Rental Property...

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2025/05/21

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 3150: Julien Saunders shares four hard-earned insights from preparing his second rental property, revealing how time, cash, and strategy shape success in real estate investing. Whether you're considering buying rental properties or just want smarter ways to manage money and stress, his practical lessons offer value beyond property lines. Read

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3149: 5 Reasons Why Most Don't Become Wealthy by...

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2025/05/20

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3149: Brian Tracy breaks down the five core reasons most people fail to achieve financial independence, from never realizing wealth is possible for them to lacking long-term perspective. He explains how procrastination, poor financial habits, and indecisiveness prevent many from building real wealth, offering actionable mindset shifts for

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