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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 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 financial tips; it’s a daily companion that guides you towards financial freedom and savvy money management, all delivered with Diania's trademark enthusiasm and expertise.

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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 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 financial tips; it’s a daily companion that guides you towards financial freedom and savvy money management, all delivered with Diania's trademark enthusiasm and expertise.

Listen now, and become an OLD friend--your optimal life awaits...

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    4 Reasons To Make Extra Money - It Changed My Life And It Can Change Yours Too! by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner

    4 Reasons To Make Extra Money - It Changed My Life And It Can Change Yours Too! by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner

    Episode 2672:

    Michelle Schroeder-Gardner, through her journey detailed on MakingSenseOfCents.com, illustrates the transformative power of side hustles. By leveraging extra time to generate additional income, she not only eradicated her student loan debt but also embarked on a path of financial independence, allowing for travel and entrepreneurship. This narrative underscores the potential side hustles have to not only alleviate financial burdens but also to explore and test new business ventures, ultimately leading to a more diversified and secure income stream.

    Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.makingsenseofcents.com/2015/03/4-reasons-to-make-extra-money.html

    Quotes to ponder:

    "Due to my past side hustles (most of which now comprise my full-time business), I was able to pay off my student loans completely, travel, quit my job, start my own business, and more."

    "By diversifying your income with multiple income streams, you will have a backup plan."

    "My side hustles turned into my full-time business."

    Episode references:

    "The Ultimate List Of Gig Economy Apps" by Kevin Ha on Financial Panther: https://financialpanther.com/the-ultimate-list-of-gig-economy-apps/

    What Are Mortgage Points (And Should You Buy Them)? by Jeff Rose of Good Financial Cents

    What Are Mortgage Points (And Should You Buy Them)? by Jeff Rose of Good Financial Cents

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    Episode 2671:
    Jeff Rose of GoodFinancialCents.com demystifies mortgage points, shedding light on their potential benefits and drawbacks. He navigates through the intricacies of buying points to lower interest rates, the considerations of homeownership duration, and the fluctuating real estate market, offering valuable insights for those pondering this financial decision.
    Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.goodfinancialcents.com/mortgage-points-should-you-buy-them-what-are-they/
    Quotes to ponder:
    "Pay $3,000 for a point now, and you could save that much and more later on over the course of the loan."
    "The real value of a point is not always so simply calculated."
    Episode references:
    IRS Topic no. 504, Home mortgage points: https://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc504
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    Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle and Start Saving by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

    Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle and Start Saving by Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money

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    Episode 2670:
    In "Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle and Start Saving," Vicki Cook and Amy Blacklock of WomenWhoMoney.com offer actionable steps to overcome the common yet challenging situation of living from one paycheck to the next. Their guidance is a beacon of hope for individuals struggling with financial insecurity, providing practical strategies for debt management, mindful spending, and the cultivation of savings to secure a more stable financial future.
    Read along with the original article(s) here: https://womenwhomoney.com/stop-living-paycheck-paycheck/
    Quotes to ponder:
    "Living this way is a frustrating reality for many women. This is a serious problem."
    "To total your debt: Add up the balance on every credit card you have, total any outstanding loans, and add in your mortgage if you own your home."
    "Just start. Don’t wait until for a new week, or next month. And don’t make taking control of your finances a resolution for next year."
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