Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice

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 3475: Fritz Gilbert explores the surprising challenge many lifelong savers face in retirement: learning how to spend without fear. Drawing from his own journey of early retirement, he reframes the purpose of wealth, urging retirees to redefine...

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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 3451: Bob Byrne distills decades of trading experience into seven time-tested rules for thriving in bull markets, from riding strong trends to managing emotions and profit targets. Drawing wisdom from a mentor known as Big Lou, these principle...