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In this New Year episode, James and Jake sit down to cut through the noise surrounding the Infinite Banking Concept®. They reflect on enduring principles, the importance of proper education, and why returning to the original works matters more than ever. The conversation emphasizes long-term thinking, clarity, and building a solid foundation as you move into the year ahead. As always, thank you for listening, and Happy New Year!
Most people think money problems are about income. They're wrong. It's about mindset, discipline, and who controls the capital. In this episode, we break down The Golden Rule: Those who have the gold make the rules — and why that changes everything.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/With the end of 2025 in sight, Dave and Paul wrap on what real clients taught them about practicing Infinite Banking.From why more families are starting kids' policies and how planning ahead with convertible term keeps future options open, to simple ways disciplined loan repayment can supercharge your system. Additionally, they dig into capturing big annual expenses as premium, building your IBC “tribe,” and a quick tease on changes coming to the show in 2026.If you're serious about using IBC in everyday life, this one's a clean checklist of what to do next. Tune in, take notes, and head into January with a plan.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Intro1:01 - Episode beginning2:54 - What we've learned over the last year4:51 - Family and legacy8:03 - Planning ahead, windfalls13:24 - Opportunities18:51 - Paying loans24:11 - Capturing big, annual expenses25:52 - Shared minds, “finding more room”28:19 - Referrals30:14 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
The Round Table Series #14: Part 1 - Owning & Using Whole Life vs The IBCIn this council of The Round Table we discuss the differences between the historical ownership of whole life insurance, the use of policies loans and into what is now the codified ownership and utilization of properly designed whole life insurance, from mutual companies, for the implementation of The Infinite Banking Concept as described by R. Nelson Nash. To connect with Brandon, go to www.themoneyadvantage.com or email him directly at brandon@themoneyadvantage.comTo connect with Rob, go to: www.perfectspiralcapital.comHis Book:www.afathershandbook.comRob's YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/@robbraytonpsc?si=EnllETF3VVrc2zerTo connect with Dan, email: Longmountain35@gmail.comTo connect with Bruce, email him at bwehner@e3wealth.com The Money Advantage Podcast - https://youtube.com/@themoneyadvantage?si=6a4uvn1VcM61BPWXI hope you enjoy and learn!⚔️ “LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY”
In Part 2 of this Christmas conversation, James and Ryan dig into sequence of returns risk, the business cycle, and the role life insurance plays in navigating uncertainty. They revisit foundational ideas, challenge common retirement assumptions, and connect it all back to Nelson Nash's timeless insights. Thank you for listening, and Merry Christmas!
In this episode of Cashflow Legendz, we dive into “The Retirement Trap” through the lens of Nelson Nash's Becoming Your Own Banker. The guys break down how traditional retirement planning 401(k)s, IRAs, and Wall Street–dependent strategies—often locks people into systems that limit control, liquidity, and long-term certainty. We explore the hidden risks of tax-deferred accounts, market volatility, and the illusion of “set it and forget it” retirement plans. More importantly, we discuss how thinking like a banker and focusing on control, cash flow, and guaranteed capital can help you avoid the retirement trap altogether. This episode challenges conventional wisdom and encourages listeners to rethink how they store, grow, and access their money, before it's too late. If you're serious about protecting your future and building a system that works for you instead of against you, this conversation is one you don't want to miss.
What if your 401(k) isn't really your money? In this episode, we break down Willie Sutton's Law and expose how government-controlled retirement plans quietly limit your freedom, liquidity, and control over your wealth. Follow Mary Jo Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaryJoIrmen?sub_confirmation=1 Get the book: https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/book/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=wtb-ep249&utm_term=desc-top In WTB Episode 249, we continue our Becoming Your Own Banker chapter review, diving deep into Willie Sutton's Law: "Wherever wealth is accumulated, someone will try to steal it." This episode challenges conventional thinking around 401(k)s, IRAs, Roth limits, and tax-deferred retirement plans. We unpack how taxation works, why qualified plans were created, and how government incentives quietly shape your financial behavior — often at your expense. We also discuss the historical role of churches vs. government welfare, the dangers of inaccessible retirement savings, and why many people feel "broke" while technically having money they can't touch. Key Takeaways: Why tax-deferred retirement plans come with hidden control and risk How Willie Sutton's Law applies directly to 401(k)s and IRAs The real reason Roth IRAs are limited and capped Why tax refunds are NOT a win How lack of liquidity keeps people financially stressed Why responsibility—not government—is the key to financial freedom Chapters: (00:00) – Is the Government Your Savings Account? (05:50) – Willie Sutton's Law & Government Taxation (10:37) – Qualified Plans & Changing the Rules (15:38) – Roth IRAs, 401(k)s, and Control (20:55) – Liquidity Problems & Opportunity Cost (25:07) – Tax Refunds Explained (30:08) – A Private Solution Outside Government Control Grab your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and follow along with us https://www.withoutthebank.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=wtb-ep249&utm_term=desc-bot1 Drop your questions or comments — we read them. Like, subscribe, and share if this episode made you rethink retirement Links Mentioned: Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash: https://www.withoutthebank.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=wtb-ep249&utm_term=desc-bot2 Austrian Economics & Mises Institute: https://mises.org/austrian-school/austrian-economics-overview FEE.org (Foundation for Economic Education): https://fee.org/
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Unwrap a Christmas-week convo on control, liquidity, and the Infinite Banking Concept!Dave and Paul read listener emails to start off the episode (including one that calls out Paul directly) – and get into some bigger concepts from there like:Keeping cash flowing and using mortgages/HELOCs strategically, rather than rushing to pay off a house.They also break down refinancing vs. liquidity, how to move equity out of your walls and into policies, and why “becoming your own banker” is a business you build, not a get-rich-quick play.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Intro1:11 - Episode beginning3:22 - Quick note4:05 - First email: “I should've gone bigger”5:48 - Second email: “Stop using banks, mortgages”8:23 - “Money has to flow”12:35 - Using the bank as a tool19:47 - Creating your own banking system30:56 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
In this Christmas special, James and Ryan reunite after a long break to reflect on future projects, enduring principles, and why the Infinite Banking Concept® continues to stand the test of time. They share perspective on long-term thinking, discipline, and cutting through financial noise. As always, thank you for listening, and Merry Christmas!
In this episode of Cashflow Legendz, the guys break down Nelson Nash's Becoming Your Own Banker, focusing on the powerful insights found on page 65. This section marks a turning point in the book, where the emphasis shifts from simply understanding the Infinite Banking Concept to expanding and optimizing your personal banking system. The team unpacks Nash's message about growing your system over time, why increasing your capitalization is essential, and how disciplined premium payments compound your long-term control and wealth. They also highlight the mindset shift required to truly treat your policy like a real banking business—not just a financial product. To wrap things up, the guys dive into practical next steps for listeners who want to implement IBC in their own lives. From evaluating your current cash flow, to structuring your policy correctly, to identifying opportunities to replace outside lenders, this conversation gives you a clear roadmap to start moving with intention. If you're ready to level up your understanding of Infinite Banking and take action, this is an episode you don't want to miss.
In this fifth installment, James shares a collection of clips that explain how dividends work inside whole life insurance. He highlights the role of mutual companies, the importance of long term thinking, and how dividends support cash value growth and policy performance. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
In this follow-up episode of Cashflow Legendz, Nate and Brock continue their deep dive into Nelson Nash's Becoming Your Own Banker, zooming in on page 53—a quiet but crucial turning point in the Equipment Financing section. Page 53 is where Nash drives home the reality of what happens when people fail to properly capitalize their system. It's the moment he contrasts the predictable, disciplined results of a well-capitalized policy with the frustration, missed opportunities, and financial dependence that come from cutting corners. This episode explores the core lessons of page 53, including:
You're financing everything you buy… even when you pay cash.
At 26, Hannah Kesler is teaching entrepreneurs how to build wealth like banks do — by controlling where their money lives. But her story started at Cracker Barrel, not in a boardroom.Waiting tables at 18, Hannah learned her first business lesson: the harder she worked, the more she earned. That independence became her addiction. When college and accounting didn't stick, her dad invited her to join The Money Multiplier — starting at the bottom doing paperwork and applications.Then came her turning point. At 20, she got a last-minute call to replace her dad on stage in Scottsdale — 65 seasoned real estate investors waiting. Nervous but determined, she delivered. That night, she found her passion for public speaking and helping others understand money.Today, Hannah travels the country teaching Becoming Your Own Banker, a philosophy built on using high-cash-value life insurance to create uninterrupted compounding and total control. Her message? You don't need to work harder — you need to make your money work smarter.But her path wasn't handed down. Working in a family business meant hard lessons, boundaries, and proving she earned her seat. “Family dinners aren't for business,” she says. “The business can wait.”For Hannah, wealth starts with mindset. “You'll never get your time back,” she says. “So take the leap, trust yourself — and get out of your own damn way.”Subscribe to Young Boss with Isabelle Guarino wherever you get your podcasts, and be sure to like, share and follow on Instagram and TikTok.And remember, youth is your power.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Dave and Paul celebrate episode 200 by riffing on Covey's “7 Habits” and translating them into practical, IBC moves. They discuss each of the “7 Habits” and double click on some big x-factors, like consistency, sequencing cash, win-win thinking, and ‘sharpening the saw'. Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Intro1:41 - Episode beginning5:22 - 7 Habits of Highly Effective People6:06 - #1: Be Proactive10:11 - #2: Begin With The End In Mind14:26 - #3: Pay Yourself First18:00 - #4: Think Win-Win20:26 - #5: Seek To Understand24:29 - #6: Synergize28:44 - #7: Sharpen the Saw32:38 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website:https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
In this fourth installment, James shares a collection of clips focused on policy loans and how they work in real life. He highlights how access to capital, disciplined loan repayment, and the policy owner's actions ultimately drive performance and support long-term financial control. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client!➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-track-becoming-your-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5-part-6.5-hour-video-series-nelson-nash-recorded-live/(Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking...➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker-infinite-banking-concept-starter-kit-special-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here:➫ https://bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts:➫ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-with-life-podcast/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher:➫ https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud:➫ https://soundcloud.com/banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook:➳ https://www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Money Memo #4 w/Jacob: This Affects 100% of AmericansIn this Money Memo my son Jacob and I point out the most devastating effect, financially and otherwise, on people during their whole life. This happens to everyone. Everyone should plan and plan well for this but, so many of us do not. I believe that YOU are the most valuable asset in your LIFE!Why should we insure our home, cars, phones, etc. to the fullest and not do the same with the PERSON who has those things?Are you protected?Is your family protected?RESOURCES:Here's our story of preparing a Legacy for our children through Infinite Banking!https://bit.ly/LifeLesson-Legacy⚔️ LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Dave and Paul return for their monthly webinar where this time, they tackled the theme: How has "Rethinking your thinking" changed your life?Additionally, they talk about using policy loans for cars, home projects, and surprise bills without bank stress; how to “capture your dollars first” so compounding isn't interrupted; and simple ways to do private financing instead of the traditional bank runaround.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Intro0:51 - Episode beginning1:50 - IBC's impact on Dave and Paul8:18 - Another housing story10:53 - Car financing15:35 - IBC in action, taking opportunities22:50 - Both/and29:04 - Daniel: What thinking differently has done37:40 - People have been tricked39:52 - It's so simple43:37 - “Finding” policies, proper classification51:10 - Using and expanding your system58:09 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
The Infinite Banking Interview Series #38: Lanah DurhamIn this episode of the Interview Series I have the pleasure of speaking with my own, and only, daughter, Lanah.Lanah is 5. This is her first time sitting down and participating in our Family Banking Series (link below) where we talk about private family banking, policy loans, private lending, business deals, and all things concerning keeping more money in the family, intergenerationally. So, since she was with me for an “Office Day” recently, it was time to sit down and have an interview.I hope you enjoy our conversation and learn!RESOURCES:Family Banking Serieshttps://bit.ly/FamilyBankingSeries⚔️ “LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY”
In this Thanksgiving special, James and his son Jake sit down to talk gratitude, family, and the simple principles that make life and IBC work. They also touch on the recent IUL conversations in the news and revisit Nelson's timeless insights. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client!➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-track-becoming-your-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5-part-6.5-hour-video-series-nelson-nash-recorded-live/(Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking...➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker-infinite-banking-concept-starter-kit-special-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here:➫ https://bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts:➫ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-with-life-podcast/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher:➫ https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud:➫ https://soundcloud.com/banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook:➳ https://www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Think you control your money because you have a 401(k), IRA, or a checking account? In this episode, we unpack the real problem in Becoming Your Own Banker: chasing rates on tiny savings while 34.5% of every disposable dollar quietly goes to interest.
Hannah reveals why becoming your own banker demands real teaching rather than inheritance and why missing this step keeps you from unlocking the full potential of the process. You learn what actually happens when you understand the strategy behind the Infinite Banking Concept and how that knowledge reshapes your control, confidence, and long-term outcomes. Watch the 90-minute presentation here: https://bit.ly/tmm-podcast-ppt. Email us at podcast@themoneymultiplier.com. Explore our resources at https://linktr.ee/themoneymultiplier.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/This week on Wealth Warehouse, Dave and Paul kick around the hot “50-year mortgage” idea and why it may help (or hurt) depending on how you think about cash flow and control. Then they get practical: when you're practicing IBC, should extra dollars crush a policy loan… or go toward expanding your system? They dig into real-life tradeoffs, how to sequence cash before big expenses, and why capital base should be a priority over quick paydowns. Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Intro1:19 - Episode beginning2:52 - The 50-year mortgage11:47 - Expanding your system19:28 - I've got a policy loan I'm repaying..21:06 - Adding new capital24:02 - As you get more policies30:46 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
In this episode, James sits down with his friend David Stearns, co-director of the Nelson Nash Institute and president of Infinite Banking Concepts, LLC. They discuss the recent $8.5 million IUL lawsuit, the Institute's position on universal life, and Nelson's own comments on indexed UL, variable UL, and traditional UL. It's an honest, straightforward conversation about why IUL is not IBC and what Nelson actually taught. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
The Interview Series #35: Nancy HidalgoIn this episode of the Interview Series I interview my friend Nancy Hidalgo.Nancy is a mother, an insurance agent and an Authorized Infinite Banking Concepts Practitioner. It has been a pleasure to get to know Nancy and hear her incredible story of perseverance and learning. As a fellow colleague in this space, I appreciate Nancy's heart and voracious appetite for improving clients' lives through Infinite Banking. Here is her origin story and information about how she's helping clients today. I hope you enjoy our conversation and learn!To connect with Nancy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidalgoinfinitelegacy?igsh=MW4ydG95Y2JvZmFtbw==Phone: +1 (407) 288-0252⚔️ “LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY”
Most infinite banking policies don't fail because of the insurance company… they fail because of human behavior. Are you quietly stealing the peas from your own grocery store?
Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax-free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass here and book a call hereAre you relying on popular wealth-building books but still unsure how to actually follow their advice without stressing over every dollar?This episode breaks down two of the most influential personal-finance books for Canadian business owners—I Will Teach You to Be Rich and Becoming Your Own Banker—and reveals the hidden challenges most readers never address. You'll hear how seemingly “simple” strategies like automated index investing often collide with real human behavior, business-owner cash-flow fears, and the psychological barriers that keep money sitting idle. You'll also get a grounded look at infinite banking—what works, what's misunderstood, and how to avoid forcing yourself into rigid systems that don't match your goals. If you've ever wondered why “the math makes sense” but still feels impossible to follow, this conversation will connect the dots.You'll discover: • Why strong wealth strategies fail without accounting for real-life behavior and cash-flow uncertainty • How a “wealth reservoir” can make investing easier, safer, and more consistent than traditional emergency-fund thinking • A clearer way to blend equities, fixed income, and high-cash-value insurance so your plan reflects your reality—not someone else's formulaPress play now to learn how to apply the best ideas from these two books without falling into the common traps that hold business owners back.Discover which phase of wealth creation you are in. Take our quick assessment and you'll receive a custom wealth-building pathway that matches your phase and learn our CRA compliant tax optimized strategies. Take that assessment here.Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Consider reaching out to Kyle…taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;…letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;…investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,…wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.A strong Canadian wealth plan helps business owners turn retained earnings into long-term security by combining tax-efficient investing with clear financial vision setting and a balanced investment bucket strategy. By aligning corporate wealth planning witReady to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response!Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/This week on Wealth Warehouse, Dave and Paul break down the high-profile lawsuit NASCAR star Kyle Busch filed against Pacific Life after allegedly losing $8.5M in an indexed universal life (IUL) policy. They unpack why they're not surprised, how IULs actually work under the hood and why those glossy “tax-free retirement” illustrations can fall apart in the real world. If you've ever wondered whether IUL belongs in an Infinite Banking strategy, or as “permanent” life insurance at all, this one's for you.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Intro1:10 - Episode beginning4:18 - Kyle Busch's lawsuit12:25 - Nelson Nash's thoughts on Universal Life15:17 - Universal Life and why it doesn't work18:56 - Life insurance retirement plans (LIRPs)23:09 - Home ownership and the next generation25:09 - Bottom line on IULs33:31 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website:https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
Ep. #123 “In Their Own Words” - Clients & ColleaguesIt has been my great privilege to work with incredible professionals and to work for wonderful clients for several years now. Through educating in the Infinite Banking footprint and building a business as an agent, I have worked for and with some long time friends that are clients and made many new friendships with clients and professional colleagues as well, all throughout America. Here is a small, and quality, collection of the voices willing to express in video their new found security, growth, learning, appreciation of collaboration, and financial indpenedence through this Infinite Banking Concept. I'm better for knowing all of you here representated, and those many more not, in this video. ⚔️ LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY
Infinite Banking Interview #37: Jacob DurhamIn this episode of the Interview Series I have the pleasure of speaking with my own, and oldest son, Jacob. Jacob is 12. He can iron his own clothes, cook a meal for the family, drive, take photos and videos for me, and much more. He's quite a capable young fellow. Finances are another thing that Jacob handles. He works and earns income, pays policy premiums, make policy loan deals within the family and we have spoken about these things before in our Family Banking Series (link below). So, since he was with me for an “Office Day” recently, it was time to sit down and have an interview.I hope you enjoy our conversation and learn!RESOURCES:Family Banking Serieshttps://bit.ly/FamilyBankingSeries⚔️ “LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY”
In this third installment, James shares a collection of clips answering foundational IBC® questions. He highlights why the policy owner's actions such as capitalization, premium payments, and loan repayments ultimately shape long-term results. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Myths, Mysteries & Misconceptions #25: Whole Life Insurance Has Permanent High PaymentsMany people would have you believe that whole life insurance is has permanent high payments that you can “never get away from” in later life/retirement. Question: Why would one *want to pay as much premium as possible, as often as possible and for as long as possible? (That's a much better question!)I understand that folks would want things to simplify and have their finances to be more passive later in life/ in retirement. Paying significant premiums over as long of a period of time as possible is actually the most advantageous way for our personal economy to have guarantees, growth, access to capital, maintain control of our financing/spending, operate with tax advantages, etc and ultimately achieve intergenerational financial independence and autonomy. Understand this for yourself and you can take back control, and profit, from the banking function in your life, with Infinite Banking. There's more to this misleading idea than at “face value” (pun intended;)Let's clear this myth up!⚔️ LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Part two with pilot/IBC pro Travis Fairbairn digs into the big question: “I've got cash value, now what?”We break down a simple, repeatable way to turn whole life policy cash value into predictable cash flow using amortized notes through a low-risk co-lending club. Travis shows how the strategy repays your policy loan (plus interest), compounds as you recycle dollars, when it makes sense to add another policy, and how even ~$500/month in savings can start with ~$2,500 notes. We also talk about real uses and why banks start treating you like a partner when you control the banking function.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/To learn more about Travis's note stacking program you can email info@kindling.network or fill out the form at this link:https://links.30wconsulting.com/widget/form/yjnxHKSATOK4geqcuFbIWealth Warehouse is not affiliated with the notes program and does not offer investment advice or recommendations. To learn more about Travis's note stacking program you can email info@kindling.network or fill out the form at this link:https://links.30wconsulting.com/widget/form/yjnxHKSATOK4geqcuFbIEpisode Highlights:0:00 - Intro0:56 - Episode beginning3:44 - Natural expansion5:38 - Who can participate?11:53 - Being a partner with banks15:13 - “This is about banking”17:48 - How Paul uses his notes19:17 - This method gives you options21:16 - How you can find out more22:42 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/
The Round Table Series #13: Part 2 - Why Pay Interest On My Own Money?Title: The Infinite Banking Round Table Series #13: Part 2 - Why Pay Interest On My Own Money?In this council of The Round Table we discuss the cost of capital, what it really looks like to take policy loans, pay interest, be an honest banker, value your money like the banks' and so much more!To connect with Brandon, go to www.themoneyadvantage.com or email him directly at brandon@themoneyadvantage.comTo connect with Mark, go to Mark@elevatedcapitalstrategies.comTo reach out to Becca or to buy her book
Ep. #122: Durham Talents - The 1,000th Video!This is it! Our 1000th video!I hope that you have laughed and learned along this way of “living and leaving the lasting legacy”!Resources Mentioned:The Nelson Nash Instittue and BYOB book -www.infinitebanking.orgThe Nelson Nash Documentary - https://youtu.be/kv_kX5CN3tI?si=RNW52Kw0IvJcG17u⚔️ LIVE & LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY
Kyle Busch just sued Pacific Life Insurance for $8.58 million, claiming he was misled by an Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policy. But what if this high-profile case proves everything Infinite Banking practitioners have warned about for years?
In this second installment, James shares a collection of clips discussing Universal Life insurance within the Infinite Banking Concept®. He highlights why Nelson Nash emphasized dividend-paying whole life, and how the structure and guarantees differ over time. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Kyle Busch just sued Pacific Life Insurance for $8.58 million, claiming he was misled by an Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policy. But what if this high-profile case proves everything Infinite Banking practitioners have warned about for years?
The Round Table Series #13: Part 1 - Savers are Losers!In this council of The Round Table we discuss the pros and cons of saving, what it means to capitalize, the inflated money supply, the cost of living, taking control if your money with Infinite Banking, the differences between saving, investing and banking, and much more. To connect with Brandon, go to www.themoneyadvantage.com or email him directly at brandon@themoneyadvantage.comTo connect with Mark, go to Mark@elevatedcapitalstrategies.comTo reach out to Becca or to buy her book
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Travis Fairbairn joins Dave and Paul for a fun, super practical chat on Infinite Banking. He details his journey as a corporate jet pilot and how he found IBC, put it to work, and started “stacking notes” to turn policy loans into predictable cash flow. You'll hear the story behind it, why using a dollar in more than one place clicked for him, and how he funds big purchases and even premiums through his system. If you're IBC-curious or already running policies and want ideas to put cash value to work without losing liquidity, this one's your lane. Subscribe and come back next week for Part 2!Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/To learn more about Travis's note stacking program you can email info@kindling.network or fill out the form at this link:https://links.30wconsulting.com/widget/form/yjnxHKSATOK4geqcuFbWealth Warehouse is not affiliated with the notes program and does not offer investment advice or recommendations. To learn more about Travis's note stacking program you can email info@kindling.network or fill out the form at this link:https://links.30wconsulting.com/widget/form/yjnxHKSATOK4geqcuFbIEpisode Highlights:0:00 - Intro + why Travis is here1:19 - Meet Travis (pilot, client, IBC user)3:30 - Life flying Gulfstreams/private jets5:31 - How he discovered Infinite Banking8:03 - “Use a dollar in two places” lightbulb14:13 - Note stacking 101 (policy loans → cash flow)18:58 - Using notes to fund big purchases20:11 - Paying annual premiums via policy loans22:05 - Adding policy #2 and sizing strategy23:10 - Why he liquidated his 401(k) + lessons learnedABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:
In this Halloween special, James revisits some of the most thought-provoking and spine-tingling moments from past Banking With Life Halloween episodes. As always, thank you for listening, and have a Happy Halloween from your Banking With Life team!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client!➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-track-becoming-your-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5-part-6.5-hour-video-series-nelson-nash-recorded-live/(Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking...➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker-infinite-banking-concept-starter-kit-special-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here:➫ https://bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts:➫ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-with-life-podcast/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher:➫ https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud:➫ https://soundcloud.com/banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook:➳ https://www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Starting an IBC policy when everything feels worst? That's exactly how Nelson Nash discovered Infinite Banking, when bank rates hit 23% and leverage turned on him. Here's what he did, why it worked, and how to avoid the same traps.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Dave and Paul open the vault on how they actually put cash value to work. Join other Infinite Banking practitioners as they discuss how they look for low risk, repeatable opportunities that fit an IBC plan, and why a simple amortized note can create steady cash flow that helps retire policy loans faster. Additionally, Dave, Paul and co. walk through using policy loans with intention, keeping repayments flexible, and sequencing a windfall or savings into premiums without losing liquidity.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Episode beginning and introduction3:28 - Deal filter: risk, consistency, repayment6:15 - What the “note” is, terms and break-even10:57 - Option 1 recap11:57 - Option 213:38 - Second note15:16 - Third note17:50 - Option 322:59 - Taxes: interest front-loaded on amortization28:34 - $100k example → ~$2,100/mo; start Policy B30:28 - Repayment tactics44:36 - Keep an emergency buffer; $2,500 min to start58:29 - The math most miss1:04:40 - Wrap-up + next stepsABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website:https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
In this sixth volume of the Best of the Banking With Life Podcast, we've assembled another collection of standout moments from recent episodes. From thought-provoking discussions to timeless lessons on the Infinite Banking Concept®, these highlights showcase the enduring relevance of Nelson Nash's ideas. As always, we hope you enjoy and thank you for listening!Best Of The Banking With Life Podcast Playlist: ➫ www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx…XlVl7C5bPyZ0SX1WNMake sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client! ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-t…ur-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5…ecorded-live/ (Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking... ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here: ➫ www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becom…pecial-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here: ➫ bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts: ➫ podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bank…st/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher: ➫ www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud: ➫ @banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook: ➳ www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Feel “broke” even though you've got money in savings and retirement? You might be trapped by compartmentalized thinking, paying 25–30% on credit cards while your “retirement money” sits idle. In this episode, we show you how to see your finances as one pool of money, become your own banker, and pay yourself back, without making money more complicated.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Dave and Paul go back to basics on human life value (HLV), and why most families are dramatically underinsured. They contrast needs-based planning with an HLV approach, share Nelson Nash's page-24 insight from Becoming Your Own Banker, and explain how to reach full coverage using a blend of whole life and convertible term. You'll hear simple rules of thumb, real client stories, why death benefits should track your rising “stock,” and the question that reframes everything: “What does my family deserve?”.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:00:00 - Episode beginning00:18 - “Porsche vs. Toyota” analogy01:00 - Show open + Germany check-in03:32 - Nelson Nash p.24; IBC framing & defining HLV06:34 - Needs-based planning vs. HLV; most people underinsured13:48 - Simple HLV math (income × years to ~70)15:26 - Strategy: whole life + convertible term; adjust after raises20:48 - Mindset: “What does my family deserve?”; runway reality25:10 - Back to IBC: solve financing → coverage follows29:22 - Episode wrap upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
In this episode, James introduces a new topical series beginning with a focus on long-term thinking in the Infinite Banking Concept®. Through a collection of real client stories and candid discussions, James highlights how patience, structure, and disciplined policy design shape lasting financial results. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode and thank you for listening!Make sure to like and subscribe to join us weekly on the Banking With Life Podcast!━━━Become a client!➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/how-to-fast-track-becoming-your-own-bankerBuy Nelson Nash's 6.5 hour Seminar on DVD here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/the-5-part-6.5-hour-video-series-nelson-nash-recorded-live/(Call us at (817) 790-0405 or email us at myteam@bankingwithlife.com for a DISCOUNT CODE)Register for our free webinar to learn more about Infinite Banking...➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/getting-started-webinar━━━Implement the Infinite Banking Concept® with the Infinite Banking Starter Kit...The Starter Kit includes Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash and the Banking With Life DVD by James Neathery.It's the perfect primer for everyone interested in becoming their own banker.Buy your starter kit here:➫ https://www.bankingwithlife.com/product/becoming-your-own-banker-infinite-banking-concept-starter-kit-special-offer/━━━Learn more about James Neathery here:➫ https://bankingwithlife.com━━━Listen on your iPhone with Apple Podcasts:➫ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banking-with-life-podcast/id1451730017Listen on your Android through Stitcher:➫ https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/bank...Listen on Soundcloud:➫ https://soundcloud.com/banking-with-life-podcast━━━Follow us on Facebook:➳ https://www.facebook.com/jamescneathery/━━━Disclaimer:All content on this site is for informational purposes only. The content shared is not intended to be a substitute for consultation with the appropriate professional. Opinions expressed herein are solely those of James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc., unless otherwise specifically cited. The data that is presented is believed to be from reliable sources and no representations are made by James C. Neathery & Associates, Inc. as to another party's informational accuracy or completeness. All information or ideas provided should be discussed in detail with your Adviser, Financial Planner, Tax Consultant, Attorney, Investment Adviser or the appropriate professional prior to taking any action.
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Dave and Paul tackle a common stall-out point: starting IBC with one whole life policy and never building the system Nelson Nash intended. They cover when to add policies (spouse/kids/your increased income), how to plan expansions using convertible term, what to do with windfalls, and why loans and investments should originate from and return to your policy ecosystem.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 - Episode beginning3:31 - IBC = a system, not one policy4:26 - Life changes → expand (income/spouse/kids)6:52 - Case study: don't cancel; CV > premium9:00 - Keep mature policies; avoid 1035 “churn”11:30 - Remember your why: capitalize & control12:31 - 20 years + a system; “accommodate all income”13:36 - How to expand (small adds, spouse/kids)15:03 - Kids' policies & compounding16:25 - Future-proof with convertible term & HLV19:12 - Windfalls → premium/loans/new premium20:55 - Policies as your emergency fund (liquidity)22:14 - Beneficiaries beat probate — update yearly25:03 - Investments start & return to your system28:22 - IBC is ongoing; control your capital29:55 - Episode wrap-upABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/Email:davidandpaul@theibcguys.com
Banks are already tightening up on ag lending, and that's your red alarm. This creates instability as banks pull out of lending due to perceived high risk. Understanding sound farm management and agricultural finance is now more important than ever to mitigate risk management. Let's navigate the ag lending landscape together. Mary Jo breaks down when (and if) you should use the minimum premium option on policies with Paid-Up Additions (PUA) and why, in most cases, paying the full premium and then borrowing against cash value is the smarter play, especially when banks are pulling back, collateral requirements are rising, and commodity prices are shaky. If you've been tempted to “just pay the minimum” on your whole life premium, this episode explains why that move can quietly cost you years of growth. She shares a personal $2,000 short-pay mistake that still drags on her policy 16 years later, and revisits Nelson Nash's strategy during 23% interest rates: premium in, borrow, pay notes down, and migrate debt to the policy over time. Key Takeaways: ∘Full premium today = more dividends + faster compounding tomorrow ∘Minimum premium “flexibility” is for worst-case cashflow crunches, not a habit ∘Policy loans can make tractor/land/operating payments while keeping your policy compounding ∘Banks pulling back = expect harder renewals + more collateral requirements ∘Consider how (or whether) to list cash value on bank forms—educate your banker ∘Nelson Nash moved high-interest bank debt to his policy over ~13 years, start where you are
Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/New policy in force, now what? Dave and Paul walk through the first moves after your IBC policy goes active. From “slow your roll” capitalizing, to trading out high-interest debt, to building an emergency reserve inside your system, they map a practical sequence so you don't chase loans just to “do something.”They also cover spotting real opportunities (and avoiding FOMO), expanding your system with additional policies, redirecting cash flow, and a quick primer on smarter ways to think about 529 plans.Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash:https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/Episode Highlights:0:00 – Teaser1:16 – Delayed start & plumbing mishap4:08 – One policy to start; why “now what?” is normal5:32 – “Slow your roll”: capitalizing and building liquidity6:21 – Loans don't add value by themselves7:06 – Trade out high-interest debt; snowball/“velocity banking”7:51 – Trend: eagerness to borrow vs. proper capitalization10:30 – Which debt first? Amortization vs. smallest balance11:59 – Freeing monthly cash flow with the snowball12:54 – Look for opportunities without rushing; be choosy17:25 – Cautionary tales: real estate pitches & protecting capital18:22 – More policies over time: expanding the system 22:05 – The 95/5 rule: focus on earning more, not just cutting25:45 – Kids' policies: small premiums, long runway26:41 – Premiums vs income, lifestyle creep, staying responsible28:48 – Recap: capitalize → redirect → seek opportunities → expand29:30 – 529s: usage today vs. assumptions about tomorrow32:20 – CTA: email, reviews, and sharingABOUT YOUR HOSTS:David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money.David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life.Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich.As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people.Visit our website:https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below!Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/...
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