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Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

Optimal Living Daily | Diania Merriam
Personal Finance
Financial Independence
Budgeting
Retirement Planning
Debt Management
Investing
Emergency Fund
Real Estate
Investment Strategies
Social Security
Minimalism
Financial Planning
Financial Goals
Saving Money
Frugality
Mortgage Refinancing
Financial Literacy
Money Management
Index Funds
Credit Card Debt

Optimal Finance Daily is the #1 narrated podcast for the FIRE movement (Financial Independence, Retire Early). We curate and read the internet's most influential blogs on stock market investing, passive income, debt repayment, and 401k strategies, transforming complex wisdom into actionable daily episodes. Hosted by Diania Merriam (founder of the EconoMe conference), this show is designed for grow... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Browning
Author of post on ourrichjourney.com
Our Rich Journey
Episode: 3567: Want to Retire Early? - Focus on This Rate by Christina Browning of Our Rich Journey on Early Retirement Strategy
Michael Smith
Author of the article The Price of Inattention
financialfinance.com
Episode: 3566: [Part 2] The Price of Inattention by Michael Smith with Financial Finesse on Financial Awareness
Kiersten Saunders
Author and founder of Rich and Regular
Rich and Regular
Episode: 3564: The 4% Rule and Why We're Not Relying on It by Kiersten Saunders of Rich and Regular on Flexible Retirement
Dr. Jack Stoltzfus
Author of the article and parenting expert on parentslettinggo.com
Parents Letting Go / Stoltzfus Institute
Episode: 3562: To Fund or Not to Fund Your Young Adult by Dr. Jack Stoltzfus of Parents Letting Go on Smart Financial Support
Jessica Jokisch
Author of the article being read, expert on money mindset
christineluken.com
Episode: 3560: How to Stop Worrying About Money by Jessica Jokisch with Christine Luken on Financial Peace Of Mind
Christine Luken
Co-host/consultant associated with the article
christineluken.com
Episode: 3560: How to Stop Worrying About Money by Jessica Jokisch with Christine Luken on Financial Peace Of Mind
Louis Chew
Guest writer from No Sidebar
nosidebar.com
Episode: 3546: The Pursuit Of Status: How To Avoid Chasing The Wrong Things by Louis Chew with No Sidebar
Liz of Frugalwoods
Author of frugalwoods.com post referenced in the episode
Frugal Woods (frugalwoods.com)
Episode: 3527: [Part 2] Frugal Minimalism: Do Less, Buy Less, Worry Less, Live More by Liz of Frugal Woods on Spending Less Wisely
Kathy Robinson
Author of Athena Wellness
Athena Wellness
Episode: 3524: Retirement is a Verb by Kathy Robinson of Athena Wellness on Active Retirement

Host

Diania Merriam
Host of Optimal Finance Daily

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Love the show, hate the “you might also like”

    Please stop forcing other podcasts on me. Just stick to the optimal finance one

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jimbo7230
    United States4 months ago
  • Stop making us download an unwanted podcast

    I set my podcasts to automatic download. Not normally a problem with the ones I want to download, but this show has been working around by making you download a completely unrelated podcast as advertisement. Can you say sellout??? Only subscribe if you want this podcast and an unwanted one as well

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    RealEstateMD2
    United Statesa year ago
  • 5-7+ minutes of advertising

    There are better options with more time spent on content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Free Lunch 2023
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cool

    Thanks for the subscription being only $20 a year rather than $30 like most podcasts. Not trying to gouge every penny out of every customer is appreciated. I happily subscribed and am enjoying the commercial free podcasts! I’m going to have a great year!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    #1FanofTreehouse
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the content, hate the advertising

    As much as I love this podcast, I will stop listening until the current rotation of ads stop. I do not want to be told to “take a whiff of those pits and toes” first thing every morning. C’mon.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    George Hyland
    United States2 years ago

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Content consistently delivers actionable financial tips and motivation for budgeting, debt payoff, and FI planning.
Guests and practical tips are generally praised, though ad experience and audio quality receive mixed feedback.
Ads can be intrusive and feel overbearing to some listeners.
Some episodes replay older content or include outdated references without clear labeling.

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3569: Money is Fungible by Jeremy Jacobson of Go Curry Cracker on Financial Perspective
Q: Number 5. We are buying a new-to-us vehicle. What is the lesser of two evils: a used car loan at 5% or a 401(k) loan at 7.5%?
Prefer paying with cash if possible or using the lower interest path; if borrowing is necessary, a 401(k) loan can be acceptable but watch for market timing risks and ensure it doesn't derail long‑term retirement growth.
3569: Money is Fungible by Jeremy Jacobson of Go Curry Cracker on Financial Perspective
Q: Number 4. I want to live solely from dividend income, but like the earlier question, a lot of our funds are in retirement accounts. With only a 2% yield, dividend income alone isn't enough. What are other approaches?
Don't rely solely on dividends; blend strategies by selling appreciated assets in taxable accounts to fund withdrawals while using retirement accounts for tax planning, effectively using the tax characteristics of each account to meet cash needs.
3569: Money is Fungible by Jeremy Jacobson of Go Curry Cracker on Financial Perspective
Q: Number 3. We want to retire early and have saved 25 times our annual expenses. The problem is that most of those funds are in retirement accounts, and our taxable accounts aren't big enough to last until age 59 ½, when we can make withdrawals without penalty. What can we do?
Double or triple check that 25x is calculated with taxes included, then consider Roth IRA conversions or SEP options to bridge the gap between early access and future withdrawals, ensuring withdrawals are tax-efficient and aligned with long‑term goals.
3290: Creating a Home Gym by Ross Enamait on Working Out on A Budget
Q: What should I consider before investing in home gym equipment?
Determine how and when you will use the new equipment to ensure it's worth the investment.
3275: Where Do I Invest After Maxing Out Retirement Accounts? by Chris Reining on Building Wealth and Optimizing Taxes
Q: What should I do with my Roth IRA once I can't legally contribute to it due to income limits?
Chris suggests considering a backdoor Roth IRA strategy or simply allowing the existing Roth IRA to grow over time without contributing further.

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A daily money-management show focused on practical personal finance, investing for long-term wealth, debt reduction, and budgeting discipline. Episodes often reinterpret blog posts and articles through a simple, actionable lens, blending mindset work with concrete tactics like expense cutting, debt payoff strategies, and efficient saving. A standout trait is the consistent emphasis on financial independence and the FIRE mindset, with guests and authors brought in to illuminate budgeting, debt reduction, and sustainable investing for growth-minded professionals. The format tends to deliver succinct, tip-driven insights suitable for listeners seeking steady progress toward financial freedom, often anchored by hands-on methods and real-world e... more

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1. Christina Browning
2. Michael Smith
3. Kiersten Saunders
4. Dr. Jack Stoltzfus
5. Jessica Jokisch
6. Christine Luken
7. Louis Chew
8. Liz of Frugalwoods

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