Farming Without the Bank Podcast

Today we talk about: Are kids' policies better than adults' policies? Am I just selling you something? Should tobacco users forget about having a whole life insurance policy? Should your premium be a certain percent of your gross income? Can you retire on your cash value? Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Regardless of what you think, the bank has control, and you are the employee of the bank. If they call a note and you don't have the cash to pay that, they are in control. You need to know your numbers or they will take an opportunity to manipulate you. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

This is a common question that I hear, because people think the insurance companies are stealing money. Why? I have no idea... but let's address what they *actually* do with your money to ensure the death benefits get paid out. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Today we talk about loan interest as a tax deduction; being debt-free but having policy loans; 1035ing cash value; loans for cash flowing assets; and the idea that life insurance companies are banks. Why are these ideas misunderstood or inaccurate? Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Do you have the cashflow to retire, or are you going to live on a prayer? It's a proven fact that people with money live longer. Start looking at your numbers and count inflation. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Let's dig into how loans are treated. The best part of IBC is being in control, the worst part of IBC is being in control of your loans. The company treats it as one loan; they don't question, and they don't care. You are the one who has to figure out how you want to make it back. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Here is an example of why Uninterrupted Compound Interest is what you want when looking at interest on anything you're saving. Many talk about compound interest, but they don't talk about what happens when it's interrupted. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

You all liked my myth busting before, so here's more! I'll keep the tally rolling. Today we smash myths 6-10! 6. Whole Life insurance is bad because you don't get cash value and death benefit. 7. It's not an IBC policy. 8. It's about a Return on Investment. 9. Dividends are from overpaying on insurance. 10. Fees in Whole life. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

So many people hear a 30-second clip of me talking about successful farmers and think I am an idiot. Yet, that is what I see. I see success because those looking find me and want to learn. Those who spend their time just scrolling are crying in their coffee rather than looking for solutions. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

How much you pay is really set on how you are thinking. Rethink your thinking. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Let's bust some myths and let the record be set straight. The five myths we talk about in this episode are: 1. You borrow your money, 2. Premium is post-tax, 3. You collect the interest on loans, 4. You can use Universal Life products for IBC, and 5. You don't have to repay loans. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

People often use incorrect terminology when they talk about their life insurance policies and IBC. So let's go over the real meaning of the terms: Pull money, Take money, Tax-Free, Tax-Free Retirement, and IBC policy. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

It's hard to remember that our cash value is liquid and we get to use it. We have been programmed to think we will never see that money again. Remember, when you pay premium, a portion of that premium is available to you right away. You are not giving up access to every dollar you put in. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

If you are questioning how you are going to pay for the new piece of equipment, more cattle, or even a life insurance premium, then build it into your accounting. Successful operations have the costs built in; they don't just hope and pray they will have enough. Many ask how they can get away from the bank. If you want to do that, then build your life insurance premium into your expenses. It's a c...

The entire book is important; are you reading it all, or just one part of it? IBC is the first half, and life insurance is the second half, so be sure to read and re-read the entire book! Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Where would you rather put your money? So many are not thinking correctly. Rethink your thinking! Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

After talking to over two thousand farmers over the years, I may know a thing or two, and I definitely have an opinion on a thing or two. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

It is all simple when you quit making it so hard. Unfortunately, some people are stuck thinking small and have the mindset that everything is just too hard. Think bigger and ask for help solving the problems! Today I talk about fixing the mindset that is holding you back. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Our client-only Blacksheep Summit was last week, and we had a fantastic time. Let me tell you about it! Audio Production by Podsworth Media -  https://podsworth.com  

There's so much talk online about numbers and tactics, but the Infinite Banking Concept is first of all a thought process. So let's get back to basics: here are the 5 principles that IBC is built on. If you are new to the podcast, you're in for a treat! If you're a long-time listener, you need the refresher! Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

As I throw ideas out there for people, many come back with objections of why I am wrong. Let's challenge the thought process around this one; maybe I am wrong, or maybe we have a scarcity mindset instead. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

Many farmers look at their tax returns for their yearly numbers. These are lies; you try so hard to avoid taxes that you are not looking at the real numbers of your operations! P&Ls will give you the numbers we both want. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com  

My client Grant Jones joins me to discuss his shrimp farming operation, what all that entails, and how he has used IBC to finance it. Audio Production by Podsworth Media - https://podsworth.com    

People love to blame banks for their financial difficulties, but are they really the ones who bear most of the blame? Audio Production by Podsworth Media -  https://podsworth.com    

What does it look like buying a tree farm, raising cattle, and adding a pumpkin patch? When do you quit your other jobs to focus? Such a great interview with Melanie and Cody Nelson of Iverson Tree Farm; don't miss it! Guests' website: iversontreefarm.com Guests' Facebook: facebook.com/iversonchristmastrees Audio Production by Podsworth Media - podsworth.com