FIRECracker of Millennial Revolution warns you to not let comparisons derail your FIRE journey Episode 1648: Don't Let Comparisons Derail Your FIRE Journey by FIRECracker of Millennial Revolution on Your Own Success FIRECracker is a world-travelling early retiree. She used to live in one of the most expensive cities in Canada, but instead of drowning in debt, she rejected home ownership. What resulted was a 7-figure portfolio, which has allowed her and her husband to retire at 31 and travel the world. Their story has been featured on CBC, the Huffington Post, CNBC, BNN, Business Insider, and Yahoo Finance. To date, it is the most shared story in CBC history and their viral video on CBC's On the Money has garnered 4.5 Million views. The original post is located here: https://www.millennial-revolution.com/build/dont-let-comparisons-derail-fire-journey/  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  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

Jillian Johnsrud tells you how to reduce the budget busters. Episode 1647: Reduce the Budget Busters by Gary with Jillian Johnsrud on Making Strides To Your Debt Free Climb Fifteen years ago when Jillian and her husband Adam were married, they had $55,000 in debt (credit card, student loans, and medical debt). They also had big dreams. They wanted to take mini-retirements. They wanted to travel the world. And they wanted to adopt. They wanted financial freedom: to never worry about having the money to put food on the table or pay the bills again. She grew up poor, and never ever wanted to feel that way again. In the last 15 years, they paid off all their debt, traveled to 27 counties, lived abroad for 4 years, took 5 mini-retirements, adopted 4 kids (plus had 2 biological kids!). They paid cash for their very first home and bought 2 rental properties that they fixed up themselves. They have served on boards of nonprofits, mentored kids from tough situations, and volunteered in all sorts of roles. At 32, she became financially independent. Now it’s her mission to help others build a life that perfectly lines up with their values, passion and purpose. The original post is located here: https://www.jillianjohnsrud.com/reduce-the-budget-busters/  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  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

Philip Dancy of Dancy With Money shares two short posts covering wants versus needs, and unexpected emergency funds Episode 1646: Prioritizing Wants Versus Needs AND The Unexpected Emergency Funds Philip Dancy of Dancy With Money Philip Dancy joined one of the top investment banking firms upon his graduation from the Five Year MBA program at Hampton University. After starting his career in New York City and getting his first check, he understood that this “adulting” life wasn’t going to be simple. However, the one thing he knew he had to do was create a budget for himself. Through a period of trial and error, Philip was able to establish a solid foundation. As a result, Philip reached a point where he was comfortable and on a trajectory towards financial freedom. Philip’s main goal is to help millennials and Gen Z’ers (but ultimately everyone) establish a strong financial foundation through coaching while helping them turn steps into strides. The original posts are located here: https://dancywithmoney.com/blog/prioritizing-wants-vs-needs & https://dancywithmoney.com/blog/how-to-start-an-emergency-fund  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  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

Kevin of Financial Panther talks about financial flexibility Episode 1645: You Probably Have No Idea What You Want by Kevin of Financial Panther on Being Financially Flexible Kevin is an attorney, writer, gig economy expert, side hustler, and the blogger behind Financial Panther. He paid off $87,000 worth of student loans in just 2.5 years by choosing not to live like a big shot lawyer. He started Financial Panther to share all he knows about personal finance, travel hacking, and making more money by side hustling. The original post is located here: https://financialpanther.com/you-probably-have-no-idea-what-you-want/   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

Chris of Keep Thrifty encourages you to earn like a boss, but spend like an intern. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1644: [Part 2] Earn Like A Boss Spend Like An Intern by Chris of Keep Thrifty on Managing Your Finances The Right Way Chris and Jaime live in the suburbs of Madison, WI with their three daughters. While living the typical suburban life, they are challenging the norms by living outside the box and creating the freedom they desire. At Keep Thrifty, they share their journey and bring you inspiration and tools to help you create your freedom. They’ve got articles and success stories to help inspire you to think differently about your dreams and your finances. They’ve also created a money tracking app to help you take control of your finances and make those dreams a reality. The original post is located here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/earn-like-a-boss-spend-like-an-intern/  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  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

Chris of Keep Thrifty encourages you to earn like a boss, but spend like an intern. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1643: [Part 1] Earn Like A Boss Spend Like An Intern by Chris of Keep Thrifty on Managing Your Finances The Right Way Chris and Jaime live in the suburbs of Madison, WI with their three daughters. While living the typical suburban life, they are challenging the norms by living outside the box and creating the freedom they desire. At Keep Thrifty, they share their journey and bring you inspiration and tools to help you create your freedom. They’ve got articles and success stories to help inspire you to think differently about your dreams and your finances. They’ve also created a money tracking app to help you take control of your finances and make those dreams a reality. The original post is located here: https://www.keepthrifty.com/earn-like-a-boss-spend-like-an-intern/  With the SendPro software, you can compare shipping rates between carriers, plus save 40 percent off USPS Priority Mail shipping and get 5 cents off every letter you send. Our listeners can try it FREE for 30 days and get a FREE 10 pound scale, but only when you visit: PB.com/OFD. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  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

Philip Taylor of PT Money talks about whether or not it's worth it to change jobs for more money Episode 1642: Changing Jobs for More Money - Is it Worth It by Philip Taylor of PT Money on Career Financial Management PTMoney.com is about helping you make extra money, save more money, and spend your money wisely--all in an effort to help you fix your finances so you can build the life you want. It was started by Philip Taylor, a CPA, entrepreneur, and blogger who started the site in 2007. He also created FinCon, the popular conference for financial nerds. The original post is located here: https://ptmoney.com/changing-jobs-for-more-money-is-it-worth-it/   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

Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster talks about why she feels like a baller when she shops at the dollar store Episode 1641: Why I Feel Like A Baller When I Shop At The Dollar Store by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster on Frugality Lisa 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/2021/07/12/why-i-love-shopping-at-the-dollar-store/  Let Ryan Reynolds help you cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/OFD Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Hill shares 10 life changing steps to help you climb out of massive debt Episode 1640: Climb Out Of Massive Debt with These 10 Life Changing Steps by Andy Hill of Marriage Kids And Money Andy 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 News The original post is located here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/climb-out-of-massive-debt-with-these-10-life-changing-steps  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ESI of ESI Money shares three simple money resolutions to help you prosper Episode 1639: Three Simple Money Resolutions to Help You Prosper in 2017 and Beyond by ESI Money on Setting Financial Goals ESI Money is written by "ESI", a 50-something retiree. The site is basically a list of what's allowed him to become financially independent and how you can implement those successes in your life. His philosophy is simple and focuses on doing three simple things to achieve financial independence: earn, save, invest. There's a bit more to it than that, of course, but if you can concentrate on these three areas, they will get you at least 90% of the way there. The original post is located here: https://esimoney.com/three-simple-money-resolutions-help-prosper-2017-beyond/  Get 1 free year and save 10% on your purchase on Fiverr Business. Just go to Fiverr.com/business and use promo code OFD Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sierra Black with Get Rich Slowly talks about the scenarios in which renting is smarter than buying Episode 1638: When Renting is Smarter Than Buying by Sierra Black with Get Rich Slowly on Weighing The Pros and Cons of Renting J.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/when-renting-is-smarter-than-buying/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue shares the darker side of keeping up with the Joneses Episode 1637: The Darker Side of Keeping Up With The Joneses by Helene Massicotte of Free To Pursue on Financial Cushions Helene Massicotte blogs about living life on your terms and experiencing true personal freedom. She describes herself as a person in search of all that life has to offer and who has built a life that enables her to do just that. No more, no less. She chose to retire from corporate life in her mid-thirties because it wasn't in line with what she wanted anymore. The original post is located here: http://www.freetopursue.com/blog/2015/5/26/the-darker-side-of-keeping-up-with-the-joneses  With the SendPro software, you can compare shipping rates between carriers, plus save 40 percent off USPS Priority Mail shipping and get 5 cents off every letter you send. Our listeners can try it FREE for 30 days and get a FREE 10 pound scale, but only when you visit: PB.com/OFD. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey informs you of 4 emergency funds you need, not including the traditional emergency fund Episode 1636: 4 Emergency Funds You Need Not Including The Traditional Emergency Fund by Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey Amon 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/four-emergency-funds-you-need-not-including-the-traditional-emergency-fund   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

Jackie Beck explains different types of debt Episode 1635: The Types of Debt Explained by Jackie Beck on The Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debts Jackie 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/types-of-debt/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Sharkey of Student Loan Planner tells undergrads everything they need to know about paying for college Episode 1634: How to Pay for College - Everything Undergrads Need to Know by Sarah Sharkey with Student Loan Planner Student Loan Planner has the country's top experts in figuring out exactly what to do with monster student loan debt. If you owe $20,000 to $1 million in student loans, they can help you by creating a custom student loan plan made just for you that details the path to debt freedom, and connect you with private lenders that will refinance your loans at a lower interest rate. You'll also get a cash back bonus.  The original post is located here: https://www.studentloanplanner.com/how-to-pay-for-college/  Unleash your investing potential with Equity Trust today. Learn more and get started by visiting InvestorUnleashed.com/optimal  Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Assaraf with My Neurogym talks about whether or not your brain predicts your financial success Episode 1633: Does Your Brain Predict Your Financial Success by John Assaraf of My Neurogym on Financial Success NeuroGym applies scientifically-proven methods and technologies for helping people expand their mental and emotional power to reach their fullest potential. Their Mission is to be the leading provider of life transforming technology, products and services to help individuals and corporations maximize their performance and potential. The original post can be found here: https://blog.myneurogym.com/your-brain-predicts-your-financial-success  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paula Pant of Afford Anything tells us why her 77% savings rate is meaningless Episode 1632: Why My 77 Percent Savings Rate Means Nothing by Paula Pant of Afford Anything on What Really Matters Instead Paula Pant is the founder of the award-winning website AffordAnything.com and a writer and speaker specializing in money, business, and real estate investing. She is a real estate investor, as the owner of seven rental property units in metropolitan Atlanta. She holds a real estate license in Georgia. She's also the host of the Afford Anything podcast. The original post is located here: https://affordanything.com/77-savings-rate-means-nothing/  With the SendPro software, you can compare shipping rates between carriers, plus save 40 percent off USPS Priority Mail shipping and get 5 cents off every letter you send. Our listeners can try it FREE for 30 days and get a FREE 10 pound scale, but only when you visit: PB.com/OFD. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kumiko of The Budget Mom shares 4 budgeting myths that you should ignore Episode 1631: 4 Budgeting Myths You Should Ignore by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Simple Financial Smarts Kumiko 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/budgeting-lies-vs-truths/  Fundrise is the future of real estate investing. Visit fundrise.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dawn Starks of Simple Money Pro talks about how to reduce the cost of car ownership Episode 1630: Reduce the Cost of Car Ownership by Dawn Starks of Simple Money Pro on Tighening Up On Car Payments Dawn Starks has been a financial planner for over twenty years. Her aim with financial planning work has always been to simplify things for clients. Making concepts easier to grasp and less scary is the goal. Dawn's SimpleMoney project - the blog, podcast, and soon-to-be courses and book is a co-project with her husband Greg. The original post is located here: https://simplemoneypro.com/blog/reduce-the-cost-of-car-ownership/   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

Scott Spann with Financial Finesse talks about the reality of retirement planning Episode 1629: Can You Really Save More Tomorrow by Scott Spann of Financial Finesse on Planning For Retirement After 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/2015/01/26/can-you-really-save-more-tomorrow/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kevin of Financial Panther shares the unexpected benefit of earning less money each year Episode 1628: The Unexpected Benefit of Earning Less Money Each Year by Kevin of Financial Panther on Income Trajectory Kevin is an attorney, writer, gig economy expert, side hustler, and the blogger behind Financial Panther. He paid off $87,000 worth of student loans in just 2.5 years by choosing not to live like a big shot lawyer. He started Financial Panther to share all he knows about personal finance, travel hacking, and making more money by side hustling. The original post is located here: https://financialpanther.com/the-unexpected-benefit-of-earning-less-money-each-year/   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

Jeff Rose talks about the impact that debt has on stress and health. Episode 1627: Dear Dad Why Did You Let Debt Kill You by Jeff Rose of Good Financial Cents on Developing A Proper Financial Plan Jeff 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/dear-dad-why-did-you-let-debt-kill-you/  Stream live TV from over 100 channels that you love, contract free. Go to fubotv.com/optimal for 15% off your first month and a free trial. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corey of The Fioneers talk about how to save money where it matters most. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1626: [Part 2] Save Money Where It Matters Most by Corey of The Fioneers on Reducing Your Household Expenses Jess and Corey started The Pioneers as a way to track their journey to financial independence. If there’s anything they have learned so far, it’s that Financial independence has many definitions. They choose to think of financial independence as: The point at which their assets produce enough sustainable income to cover their living expenses. This is not just about the money, but more importantly, about the freedom that comes with it. The name “The Fioneers” comes from a combination of: Financial Independence (FI) + Pioneers. They think the name fits well with their deep-rooted love of adventure. It’s also a constant reminder to enjoy the journey.  The original post is located here: https://thefioneers.com/reduce-household-expenses/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corey of The Fioneers talk about how to save money where it matters most. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1625: [Part 1] Save Money Where It Matters Most by Corey of The Fioneers on Reducing Your Household Expenses Jess and Corey started The Pioneers as a way to track their journey to financial independence. If there’s anything they have learned so far, it’s that Financial independence has many definitions. They choose to think of financial independence as: The point at which their assets produce enough sustainable income to cover their living expenses. This is not just about the money, but more importantly, about the freedom that comes with it. The name “The Fioneers” comes from a combination of: Financial Independence (FI) + Pioneers. They think the name fits well with their deep-rooted love of adventure. It’s also a constant reminder to enjoy the journey.  The original post is located here: https://thefioneers.com/reduce-household-expenses/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully talks about how to find joy in your financial goals Episode 1624: Find Joy In Your Financial Goals by Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully on Goals and Dreams Without Debt Andrea Joy is the creator of Saving Joyfully, a personal finance and frugality blog emphasizing joyful living. On her website, savingjoyfully.com, she offers inspiration and resources for your journey to financial freedom. The original post is located here: https://www.savingjoyfully.com/blog/find-joy-in-your-financial-goals  You’re probably overpaying on car and home insurance. See how much Gabi can save you. It’s totally free to check and there’s no obligation. Go to Gabi.com/OFD Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jillian Johnsrud challenges the infamous 4% rule. Episode 1623: Trouble with the 4 Percent Rule by Jillian Johnsrud on Making A Better and Happier Financial Plan Fifteen years ago when Jillian and her husband Adam were married, they had $55,000 in debt (credit card, student loans, and medical debt). They also had big dreams. They wanted to take mini-retirements. They wanted to travel the world. And they wanted to adopt. They wanted financial freedom: to never worry about having the money to put food on the table or pay the bills again. She grew up poor, and never ever wanted to feel that way again. In the last 15 years, they paid off all their debt, traveled to 27 counties, lived abroad for 4 years, took 5 mini-retirements, adopted 4 kids (plus had 2 biological kids!). They paid cash for their very first home and bought 2 rental properties that they fixed up themselves. They have served on boards of nonprofits, mentored kids from tough situations, and volunteered in all sorts of roles. At 32, she became financially independent. Now it’s her mission to help others build a life that perfectly lines up with their values, passion and purpose. The original post is located here: https://www.jillianjohnsrud.com/trouble-with-the-4-rule/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Ballew of Eggstack helps us to understand 401k loans Episode 1622: Understanding 401k Loans by Mike Ballew of EggStack on Significant Harm to Your Retirement Savings Mike Ballew is a 56-year-old engineer turned blogger who reached a point in life where he sees things more clearly than ever before. He faced financial challenges and overcame them through hard work and determination. His blog helps others navigate their personal finances and plan for retirement. The original post is located here: https://eggstack.com/blog/2021-06-13-Understanding-401(k)-Loans/  Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered with affordable life insurance. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. Go to LadderLife.com/OFD to see if you’re instantly approved. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doc G talks about making great financial decisions Episode 1621: Why I’m Not a Financial Moron by Doc G of Earn And Invest on Making Great Financial Decisions Doc G was an internal medicine physician when he discovered the personal finance community through a book called The White Coat Investor. Since then he has left clinical practice to pursue his passion for deep conversations about money and life.   The original post is located here: https://www.earnandinvest.com/blog/why-im-not-a-financial-moron Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alacias Enger discusses financial fear and resistance Episode 1620: Financial Fear and Resistance by Alacias Enger of My Sense With Cents on Financial Independence Sense with Cents chronicles Alacias' journey using Law of Attraction while pursuing Financial Independence, and the belief that everyone can win with money. She believes that mindset, emotion, and financial knowledge are the keys to success. All opinions are her own and do not constitute financial advice.  The original post is located here: http://www.mysensewithcents.com/2021/05/financial-fear-and-resistance.html  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philip Dancy of Dancy With Money shares two short posts covering 5 questions ask yourself before giving up on budgeting and common money mistakes Episode 1619: 5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Give Up On Budgeting AND Common Money Mistakes by Philip Dancy Philip Dancy joined one of the top investment banking firms upon his graduation from the Five Year MBA program at Hampton University. After starting his career in New York City and getting his first check, he understood that this “adulting” life wasn’t going to be simple. However, the one thing he knew he had to do was create a budget for himself. Through a period of trial and error, Philip was able to establish a solid foundation. As a result, Philip reached a point where he was comfortable and on a trajectory towards financial freedom. Philip’s main goal is to help millennials and Gen Z’ers (but ultimately everyone) establish a strong financial foundation through coaching while helping them turn steps into strides. The original posts are located here: https://dancywithmoney.com/blog/5-questions-to-ask-yourself-before-you-give-up-on-budgeting & https://dancywithmoney.com/blog/common-money-mistakes  Get 1 free year and save 10% on your purchase on Fiverr Business. Just go to Fiverr.com/business and use promo code OFD Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julien Saunders of Rich and Regular tells us what the only metric that matters is. Episode 1618: The Only Metric That Matters by Julien Saunders of Rich And Regular on Your Financial New Worth Julien and Kiersten started rich & REGULAR in 2017 after their stint in real estate investing led them to discover the F.I.R.E movement. At that point, they'd listened to their friends complain about doing everything right, and still not really "feeling" happy with the financial progress they'd made. Their blog became a place where they not only shared in their frustrations, but offered solutions to a richer and happier life. They could not have imagined that just a few years later, they would sign a book deal with the world's largest publisher, Penguin Random House. But that's not all. Their blog has afforded them opportunities to work with incredible brands, world-class media and into the fast-paced world of digital entrepreneurship. The original post is located here: https://richandregular.com/the-only-metric-that-matters/  With the SendPro software, you can compare shipping rates between carriers, plus save 40 percent off USPS Priority Mail shipping and get 5 cents off every letter you send. Our listeners can try it FREE for 30 days and get a FREE 10 pound scale, but only when you visit: PB.com/OFD. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daneika shares 5 financial habits that every powerful woman needs Episode 1617: 5 Financial Habits Every Powerful Woman Needs by Daneika of Learning 2 Fly on Your Financial Life Daneika is an artist, confidence coach, recovering people-pleaser, and the founder of Learning2Fly. She is on a mission to help creative women find their voice, increase their confidence and design a more fulfilling life The original post is located here: https://learning2fly.org/5-financial-habits-every-powerful-woman-needs/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Hill talks about how to get your partner on board with financial independence. Episode 1616: How Do I Get My Partner on Board with Financial Independence by Andy Hill of Marriage Kids and Money Andy 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 News The original post is located here: https://marriagekidsandmoney.com/how-do-i-get-my-partner-on-board-with-financial-independence  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Philip Taylor of PT Money shares 7 lame reasons that people don't save for retirement Episode 1615: 7 Lame Reasons People Don't Save for Retirement by Philip Taylor of PT Money on Planning For The Fututre PTMoney.com is about helping you make extra money, save more money, and spend your money wisely--all in an effort to help you fix your finances so you can build the life you want. It was started by Philip Taylor, a CPA, entrepreneur, and blogger who started the site in 2007. He also created FinCon, the popular conference for financial nerds. The original post is located here: https://ptmoney.com/7-retirement-savings-excuses-you-can-overcome/ With the SendPro software, you can compare shipping rates between carriers, plus save 40 percent off USPS Priority Mail shipping and get 5 cents off every letter you send. Our listeners can try it FREE for 30 days and get a FREE 10 pound scale, but only when you visit: PB.com/OFD. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diania Merriam answers listener questions about how to invest in a Health Savings Account and universal life insurance Episode 1614: Q&A with Diania Merriam - How to Invest with a Health Savings Account (HAS) & Universal Life Insurance Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered with affordable life insurance. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. Go to LadderLife.com/OFD to see if you’re instantly approved. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster talks about why rejecting consumer norms changed her financial life forever Episode 1613: Rejecting Consumer Norms Changed My Financial Life Forever by Lisa Harrison of Mad Money Monster Lisa 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/2018/09/11/rejecting-consumer-norms-changed-my-financial-life-forever/  Let Ryan Reynolds help you cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/OFD Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neiko Johnson of Money Mini Blog shares 7 steps to take to live with financial freedom Episode 1612: 7 Steps to Take to Live with Financial Freedom by Neiko Johnson with Money Mini Blog on Financially Stability Kalen Bruce is the founder of MoneyMiniBlog. His story is simple… he and his wife were $24,000 in debt and became a student of finances to get out. They are now debt-free and building wealth. Kalen shares everything he has learned on his blog, writing informative, entertaining, mini blogs to help you with your finances. Finances can be intimidating, so he keeps his posts short, sweet, and simple. The original post is located here: https://moneyminiblog.com/budgeting/7-steps-to-financial-freedom/  You’re probably overpaying on car and home insurance. See how much Gabi can save you. It’s totally free to check and there’s no obligation. Go to Gabi.com/OFD Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordann of Making Sense of Cents shares a crash course on personal finance Episode 1611: My Crash Course in Personal Finance by Jordann with Making Sense Of Cents on Money Basics & Education Michelle Schroeder-Gardner created Making Sense of Cents in order to help improve her own finances. With diligence, she was able to pay off $38,000 in student debt in 7 months, kept track of progress, and helped readers along the way. She's currently touring North America and living out of an RV. You can learn more about her and see her monthly income reports at MakingSenseOfCents.com. The original post is located here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2012/09/my-crash-course-in-personal-finance.html  Exit Planning Institute provides professional advisors with the training, knowledge, tools, and network needed to help business owners build more valuable and transferable companies. Will you be prepared to help when a business owner turns to you as their advisor? Register today at EarnCEPA.com. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey informs you of 10 reasons why you're living paycheck to paycheck Episode 1610: The 10 Reasons Why You’re Living Paycheck To Paycheck by Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey Amon 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-10-reasons-why-youre-living-paycheck-to-paycheck  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erik Carter with Financial Finesse talks about making the best investments for a happy financial life Episode 1609: Want to Live a Happier Financial Life by Erik Carter of Financial Finesse on Making The Best Investments After 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/2015/02/19/want-to-live-a-happier-financial-life/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jen Hayes shares 10 things you shouldn't buy when you're broke Episode 1608: 10 Things You Shouldn't Buy When You're Broke by Jen Hayes on Making Smart Financial Decisions A few years ago, Jen and her husband were buried in $117,000 of student loan debt. Now, they've paid off over $100k of debt, and they're on track to have the rest paid off by the end of this year. Join their email list to get exclusive tips on how to save money, earn more, and live like no one else. The original post is located here: https://www.jenhayes.me//10-things-shouldnt-buy-youre-broke/  Exit Planning Institute provides professional advisors with the training, knowledge, tools, and network needed to help business owners build more valuable and transferable companies. Will you be prepared to help when a business owner turns to you as their advisor? Register today at EarnCEPA.com. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jackie Beck tells us how to calculate net worth, and why doing so can be helpful Episode 1607: How to Calculate Your Net Worth And Why It Can Help by Jackie Beck on Your Assets and Liabilities Jackie 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/net-worth/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harry Stout of Financial Verse shares two short posts covering the 8 personal finance risks of life and using a snowball to pay off your debts Episode 1606: The 8 Personal Finance Risks of Life AND Using A Snowball to Pay Off Your Debts by Harry Stout of Financial Verse Harry N. Stout is an acknowledged senior leader in the global financial services business with experience in all key business areas with particular expertise in personal finance, life insurance, annuities, product innovation, and business management. He has over 30 years of financial services industry experience in the U.S. and abroad, working in Europe, Northern Asia, Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. Harry is the author of the FinancialVerse books and content. The books include - The FinancialVerse - A Common Sense Approach for Your Money and Today’s Life Insurance - A Protection Took for Your Future. In November 2020 his newest book Today’s Annuity Products - A Tool to Create Protected Lifetime Income will be published. The books are available through the FinancialVerse.com website and at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and through other major national book distributors. The original posts are located here: https://www.financialverse.com/post/the-eight-personal-finance-risks-of-life & https://www.financialverse.com/post/using-a-snowball-to-pay-off-your-debts  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kalen Bruce of Freedom Sprout explains 10 ways to invest without the stock market. This is part 2 of 2 Episode 1605: [Part 2] 10 Ways To Invest Without The Stock Market by Kalen Bruce of Freedom Sprout on Financial Diversification Kalen Bruce created Freedom Sprout to fill a void. He heard too many conversations about how "they don't teach finance in schools." It took years for him to stop complaining about it and do something about it. He has five kids, so him and his wife have to get five adults into the world with a solid knowledge of finances. The ultimate goal and vision of Freedom Sprout: To sprout a future of financial freedom for 1,000,000 children. The original post is located here: https://freedomsprout.com/invest-without-the-stock-market/  Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered with affordable life insurance. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. Go to LadderLife.com/OFD to see if you’re instantly approved. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kalen Bruce of Freedom Sprout explains 10 ways to invest without the stock market. This is part 1 of 2 Episode 1604: [Part 1] 10 Ways To Invest Without The Stock Market by Kalen Bruce of Freedom Sprout on Financial Diversification Kalen Bruce created Freedom Sprout to fill a void. He heard too many conversations about how "they don't teach finance in schools." It took years for him to stop complaining about it and do something about it. He has five kids, so him and his wife have to get five adults into the world with a solid knowledge of finances. The ultimate goal and vision of Freedom Sprout: To sprout a future of financial freedom for 1,000,000 children. The original post is located here: https://freedomsprout.com/invest-without-the-stock-market/  Ladder makes it impressively fast and easy to get covered with affordable life insurance. No hidden fees. Cancel any time. Go to LadderLife.com/OFD to see if you’re instantly approved. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mr. 1500 of 1500 Days shares two short posts, including one about how he hired the best people in the world to make him rich Episode 1603: How I Hired The Best People In The World To Make Me Rich AND The Cr***y Couch Cacophony by Mr. 1500 of 1500 Days Mr. 1500 is a family guy living in Colorado with his wife and two young children. He studied biology and chemistry in college, but somehow turned into a software developer. In 2013 at the age of 39, he set a goal to build a portfolio of $1,000,000 by February 2017 - 1500 days later. He surpassed his goal and has tracked his financial journey online ever since. The original posts are located here: https://www.1500days.com/how-i-hired-the-best-people-in-the-world-to-make-me-rich/ & https://www.1500days.com/ask-the-readers-the-crappy-couch-cacophony/  Keep your money safe with Vaulted - an easy to use web app that allows you to purchase and save gold at the tap of a finger. Sign up for an account today at vaulted.com/optimal Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy shares 6 secrets for a good credit score Episode 1602: Six Secrets of a Credit Score by J Money of Budgets Are Sexy on The Importance of Good Credit Scores J. Money is a 6’1, hyperactive, rock a ‘hawk who loves drinking beer, blaring hip-hop, talking about money, and now playing with his two adorable baby boys. He tracked his expenses for 3 months, made a budget, read some books, and stumbled into personal finance blogging and idea sharing, randomly turning BudgetsAreSexy.com into his full time “real job” a few short years later--14 million views later! The original post is located here: https://www.budgetsaresexy.com/six-secrets-of-a-credit-score/  Keep your money safe with Vaulted - an easy to use web app that allows you to purchase and save gold at the tap of a finger. Sign up for an account today at vaulted.com/optimal Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Reining makes the case for higher pay and discourages 3% pay raises Episode 1601: Making The Case For Higher Pay - Why 3 Percent Raises Suck by Chris Reining on Income Increases Chris Reining is an investor, writer, and avid student of life. He shares how to build wealth and reach financial freedom on his website ChrisReining.com. The original post is located here: https://chrisreining.com/making-the-case-for-higher-pay-why-3-raises-suck/  Gusto offers modern, easy payroll and benefits to small businesses across the country. Get in touch now and get three months free when you run your first payroll. Just go to gusto.com/ofd. Please Rate & Review the Show!  Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group  Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts and join our online community: OLDPodcast.com/group   Interested in advertising on the show? https://www.advertisecast.com/OptimalFinanceDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices