Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme praises laziness. Episode 1366: In Praise of Laziness by Jacob Lund Fisker of Early Retirement Extreme Jacob Lund Fisker was a nuclear astrophysicist who retired at 33 with what he believes to be enough savings to last the rest of his life — even if he never works again. His "claim to fame" is the Early Retirement Extreme site, which is effectively a philosophy of life. ERE is a set of values and principles that gives readers the freedom and opportun...
Dec 05, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1366
Vitaliy Katsenelson of Contrarian Edge talks about the Fischer random chess stock market. Episode 1365: The Fischer Random Chess Stock Market by Vitaliy Katsenelson of Contrarian Edge Vitaliy Katsenelson is the CEO and Chief Investment Officer at Investment Management Associates. He has written two books on investing, which were published by John Wiley & Sons and have translated into eight languages. The original post is located here: https://contrarianedge.com/the-fischer-random-chess-stock-mar...
Dec 04, 2020•14 min•Ep. 1365
Chris Reining teaches us one habit than can help net half a million dollars. Episode 1364: How Building One Little Habit Can Net You Half a Million by Chris Reining on Self Control 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/little-habit/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www...
Dec 03, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1364
Darrow Kirkpatrick talks about how investment newsletters "beat" the market. Episode 1363: How Investment Newsletters "Beat" the Market by Darrow Kirkpatrick of Can I Retire Yet Darrow Kirkpatrick is the founder of CanIRetireYet.com. He began serious investing in his mid-30s and retired at age 50. He's not a dot com millionaire and didn't become financially independent by flipping real estate or trading hot stocks. He did it the traditional way: hard work, frugality, prudent investing, and patie...
Dec 02, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1363
Diania Merriam answers a listener's question about saving and investing vs. spending. Episode 1362: Q&A with Diania Merriam - Saving & Investing vs. Spending Questions & Answers Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com & in The O.L.D. Podcasts Facebook Group! and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts Fundrise is the future of real estate investing. Visit fundrise.com/ofd to have your first 3 months of fees waived. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Dec 01, 2020•18 min•Ep. 1362
Sam of Financial Samurai discusses recent annualized returns by asset class. Episode 1361: Annualized Returns By Asset Class From 1999 - 2018 by Sam of Financial Samurai on REITs & Gold Investments Sam Dogen's net worth took a beating in 2009 as the world was falling apart. He thought it would be a good idea to start a personal finance site to help himself and others make sense of chaos. After all, he had spent 10 years working in the finance industry, got his MBA from Cal, invested and saved ag...
Nov 30, 2020•17 min•Ep. 1361
Scott Spann with Financial Finesse asks if your money beliefs are holding you back. Episode 1360: Are Your Money Beliefs Holding You Back by Scott Spann with Financial Finesse 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 ...
Nov 29, 2020•13 min•Ep. 1360
J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy offers some commentary about judgement. Episode 1359: Oh, The Judging by J. Money of Budgets Are Sexy on Personal Finance Decision Making 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...
Nov 28, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1359
Fritz Gilbert talks about taking on debt for the sake of making things better. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1358: [Part 2] Why We’re Taking On Debt To Move From Good To Great by Fritz Gilbert of The Retirement Manifesto Fritz Gilbert retired at age 55 after a 33-year career in the global aluminum industry. His award-winning blog, The Retirement Manifesto, is focused on helping people achieve a great retirement. The blog follows his journey from 3 years prior to retirement through his first 2+ ye...
Nov 27, 2020•13 min•Ep. 1358
Fritz Gilbert talks about taking on debt for the sake of making things better. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1357: [Part 1] Why We’re Taking On Debt To Move From Good To Great by Fritz Gilbert of The Retirement Manifesto Fritz Gilbert retired at age 55 after a 33-year career in the global aluminum industry. His award-winning blog, The Retirement Manifesto, is focused on helping people achieve a great retirement. The blog follows his journey from 3 years prior to retirement through his first 2+ ye...
Nov 26, 2020•13 min•Ep. 1357
Christine Sato of Jen Hayes tells us how to save money while still investing. Episode 1356: How to Save Money and Still Invest by Christine Sato with JenHayes 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 exlusive tips on how to save money, earn more, and live like no one else. The original post is located here: https:...
Nov 25, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1356
Wanderer fills us in on who should contribute to a 529 plan. Episode 1355: Who Should Contribute to a 529 Plan by Wanderer of Millennial Revolution on Saving for Education Expenses Wanderer retired from his engineering job at a major Silicon Valley semiconductor company at the age of 33. He now travels the world seeking out knowledge from other wealthy people, so he can teach people how to become financially independent themselves. The original post can be seen here: https://www.millennial-revol...
Nov 24, 2020•14 min•Ep. 1355
Kali of Making Sense of Cents talks about what to do when being frugal isn't enough. Episode 1354: When Being Frugal Isn't Enough by Kali with Making Sense of Cents on How To Make More Money 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 lea...
Nov 23, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1354
Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully talks about how to deal with debt healthily. Episode 1353: Dealing with Debt In A Healthy Way by Andrea Joy of Saving Joyfully 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://savingjoyfully.com/dealing-with-debt-in-a-healthy-way/ Please Rate & Review t...
Nov 22, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1353
Kumiko of The Budget Mom talks about the true cost of waiting for what you really want. Episode 1352: The True Cost of Waiting for What You Really Want by Kumiko of The Budget Mom on Living In The Moment 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/th...
Nov 21, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1352
Vicki and Amy of Women Who Money tell us what it takes to invest successfully. Episode 1351: What Does It Take To Be A Successful Investor by Vicki Cook & Amy Blacklock of Women Who Money The co-founders of Women Who Money are Amy Blacklock from Life Zemplified and Vicki Cook, from Make Smarter Decisions. Vicki and Amy connected initially online and eventually met in person at a financial conference in the fall of 2017. They’ve both reached financial independence and left full-time work to devot...
Nov 20, 2020•13 min•Ep. 1351
Tyler Tervooren of Riskology.co talks about the "Don't Own Stuff You Can't Fix" plan. Episode 1350: The "Don’t Own Stuff You Can’t Fix" Plan for Life by Tyler Tervooren of Riskology on Minimalism Tyler is a serial entrepreneur, the founder of Riskology, former co-producer of the World Domination Summit – an annual event for free-thinkers and non-conformists, and has completed a marathon on every continent. The original post is located here: https://www.riskology.co/fix-it-yourself/ Visit Me Onli...
Nov 19, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1350
Lance La Croix of La Croix Financial Coaching discusses the importance of budgeting. Episode 1349: The Elusive Budget and Why You Should Have One by Lance La Croix of La Croix Financial Coaching Lance is a Ramsey Solutions Master Financial Coach trained and endorsed by Dave Ramsey (creator of Financial Peace University and author of Total Money Makeover) and Chris Hogan (best-selling author of Retire Inspired and Everyday Millionaires). The original post can be found here: https://www.lacroixfin...
Nov 18, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1349
Brian Tracy tells us how we can change our mentality to up our chances at financial freedom. Episode 1348: Change Your Thinking. 5 Mentality Shifts Wealthy People Live By to Achieve Financial Freedom by Brian Tracy Brian Tracy's goal is to help you achieve your personal and business goals faster and easier than you ever imagined. BrianTracy has consulted for more than 1,000 companies and addressed more than 5,000,000 people in 5,000 talks and seminars throughout the US, Canada and 70 other count...
Nov 17, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1348
Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist talks about what financial ethics to care about. Episode 1347: The Person's Financial Ethic We Should Care Most About Is Our Own by Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News, NPR, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journ...
Nov 16, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1347
Monika of Mission Money suggests the best non-financial skills and mindset traits you can adapt. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1346: [Part 2] Best Non-Financial Skills and Mindset Traits Which Pay Off In Everyday Life by Monika of MissionMoney Monika is a mother of two cats, a content creator and an expat settled in the UK, and a digital producer by profession. Financial literacy is something that appears to still be missing in schools and money remains a taboo around many family tables. This blo...
Nov 15, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1346
Monika of Mission Money suggests the best non-financial skills and mindset traits you can adapt. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1345: [Part 1] Best Non-Financial Skills and Mindset Traits Which Pay Off In Everyday Life by Monika of MissionMoney Monika is a mother of two cats, a content creator and an expat settled in the UK, and a digital producer by profession. Financial literacy is something that appears to still be missing in schools and money remains a taboo around many family tables. This blo...
Nov 14, 2020•10 min•Ep. 1345
Joel of 5AM Joel talks about the sunk cost fallacy. Episode 1344: The Sunk Cost Fallacy - STOP Digging by Joel of 5AMJoel on Critical Thinking on Money & Time Joel is a 35-year old living in Los Angeles with his wife and their dog. He was born and raised in Australia and moved to the US when he was 22. About 4 years ago he started getting up every morning at 5am. It started as one of those 30 day challenges, but after the challenge was over, Joel never stopped. He started noticing major improvem...
Nov 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1344
Andy Hill informs us of when it does and doesn't make sense to refinance our mortgages. Episode 1343: When It Makes Sense to Refinance Your Mortgage (And When It Doesn’t) 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 fina...
Nov 12, 2020•14 min•Ep. 1343
J.D. Roth with Get Rich Slowly gives some lessons in true wealth. Episode 1342: The Razor's Edge: Lessons in True Wealth by J.D. Roth of Get Rich Slowly 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 origina...
Nov 11, 2020•12 min•Ep. 1342
Hilary of Freedom Sprout gives us tips to save on heating in time for the winter. Episode 1341: 7 Ways to Save on Heating Costs This Winter by Hilary with Money Mini Blog on Lowering Utility Bills 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 kno...
Nov 10, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1341
Jeffrey Trull of PT Money reminds us of 9 things that cost more than we might think they do. Episode 1340: 9 Things That Cost You Surprisingly More Than You Think by Jeffrey Trull with PT Money on Hidden Costs 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 create...
Nov 09, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1340
The Finance Twins examine the alarming rise in American college costs compared to wages. Episode 1339: The Price of College in America Is Increasing 8x faster Than Wages by The Finance Twins Camilo and Francisco Maldonado are the Finance Twins. Most people think money is confusing unless you are an accountant. We used to think that too. After working incredibly hard and catching several lucky breaks, we realized so many people are looking for ways to learn about personal finance, how to manage m...
Nov 08, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1339
Dawn Starks of SimpleMoney talks about the desire to not retire. Episode 1338: When You Don't Want to Retire by Dawn Starks of SimpleMoneyPro on Seeking Financial Independence 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 Gr...
Nov 07, 2020•11 min•Ep. 1338
Phil Town of Rule One Investing fills us in on when is the right time to sell a stock. Episode 1337: When Should You Sell a Stock by Phil Town of Rule One Investing on Buying in Volatile Markets & Value Investors Phil Town's portfolio has been ranked No. 1 by the American Association for Individual Investors when it produced a 50% rate of return. He has a passion for investing that is hard to beat and he wants to share it with you. Phil has written three New York Times #1 Best-Selling Investment...
Nov 06, 2020•10 min•Ep. 1337
