Mary Jo Irmen

Farming Without the Bank Podcast

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Welcome to the Farming Without the Bank podcast, the show with a no-B.S. approach to money, hosted by a farm strategy expert and authorized IBC practitioner. Join us as we get real and expose the flaws of traditional financial institutions in order to help farmers take control of their finances, create peace of mind, grow their wealth, and leave a legacy.https://www.farmingwithoutthebank.com/

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Mary Jo Irmen

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 87 - But, I Can Get a Higher ROR 26.03.2021

Another chapter review out of Nelson's book, Becoming Your Own Banker. The Infinite Banking Concept does not talk about rates of return because it's not about a rate of return. It's about owning the bank and being the banker. Here I go over that chapter in his book. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 86 - Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset 19.03.2021

What we think and how we think truly affects what happens to us. In this episode, I talk about thinking positively and remaining abundant and how that will help, versus staying negative all the time. We all know those people who are just Negative Nellies, and nothing ever seems to go right for them. Then there are those who make the most of every situation. In life, clearly the abundance mindset w...

Ep. 85 - What It Means to Be the Banker 12.03.2021

If you are paying interest to the life insurance company and the bank for loans, then why would you have a life insurance company? What does it mean to be the banker if you lose interest? This is a great question which we address in this episode. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 84 - How to Get A Generation to Listen 05.03.2021

We all have issues with another generation and them not listening to our advice or thoughts. Many think it's their parents, and some think it's their kids! In this episode, I talk about how to get them to listen and if it's even possible! Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 83 - Paying Yourself Back for Cash Purchases 26.02.2021

Here is the answer to your question of, "How am I supposed to pay myself back for cash purchases?" Many people do not get this because they feel they do not have the money. Here is your answer! Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 82 - Taxes, 7702, and IBC Scam Accusations 19.02.2021

In this episode, I address what you can and can't write off on your taxes by using the policy, tax code 7702 changes, and how that will affect the policies going forward. I also address the video done by a certain talking head (you probably know who) regarding IBC being a scam. Enjoy! Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 81 - Control & the Cost of Acquisition 12.02.2021

In this episode, I talk about the real reason behind Infinite Banking and what people are forgetting, as well as tying in Nelson's chapter, "Cost of Acquisition", and how we forget our time is worth something. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 80 - High Prices and Extra Cash 05.02.2021

With commodity prices high, it may be a perfect time to change the insanity of what you are doing and start your own bank or maybe even pay down some debt with that, but for the love of Pete, do NOT avoid taxes with unnecessary spending. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 79 - The Retirement Trap 29.01.2021

Back to Nelson Nash's book, Becoming Your Own Banker. On this episode, we talk about the idea of retirement. Most farmers do not consider retiring, which can be good, but this is something we should consider carefully. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 78 - Loan Interest and Human Life Value 22.01.2021

Here we clear up what to do with that extra interest you pay to yourself when you are an honest banker. We also address the question of how many policies a person can have on himself or herself. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 77 - Capitalization and Implementation 15.01.2021

Another chapter review from Becoming Your Own Banker. Why you should capitalize, why it's a lifetime commitment, who to use, and when to get started. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 76 - Equipment Financing, Pt. 2 08.01.2021

Here is Part 2 of Equipment Financing from Becoming Your Own Banker. I explain some of the numbers in this chapter and why you need to use your imagination, reason, and logic. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 75 - Equipment Financing, Pt. 1 01.01.2021

We are back to Nelson Nash's book, Becoming Your Own Banker, and we are talking about the equipment financing chapter. I go over the four really big things in just the first two pages of this chapter. Tune in to hear them. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 74 - Loan Rates Don't Always Matter 25.12.2020

Many are hung up on interest rates when they should be hung up on liquidity and control of money. I personally experienced the pain, once again, of trying to get a loan from a bank. Having liquid money sure does make things easier. Is "easier" worth a little more interest rate? You'll hear my story of trying to get a loan and why I'd rather pay more interest to save myself the time of answering st...

Ep. 73 - Security of Life Insurance if the U.S. Dollar Crashes 18.12.2020

What happens if we have hyper-inflation and the U.S. dollar is worthless? Does our policy survive? That is the hot-button question at the moment, just as it was 11 years ago when I started teaching Infinite Banking. I address this question in this episode. Like it or not, there is not a sure-fire answer to any of this. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 72 - Where Does the Extra Loan Interest Go? 11.12.2020

Nelson Nash and I both talk about being an honest banker and paying yourself back PLUS interest, but where does that extra money go? Infinite Banking teaches us to be honest and pay ourselves more, so I address why this money may or may not fit in the policy and why Nelson had 49 policies. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 71 - Only You Will Take Care of You 04.12.2020

In this episode, I address those family and friends who may be non-believers and are holding you back from taking the next step. It's a great episode to get you to think about whether they are going to take care of you financially or if that is up to you. Experience and opinion are two very different things. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 70 - How Nelson Paid Off Debt 27.11.2020

In this episode, I go over how Nelson moved his debt from the banks to life insurance policies and why that led to 49 policies. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 69 - Be The Light, with Tim Bickett 20.11.2020

Tim Bickett and I talk about Being the Light, letting those who have made a difference in your life know it and adding them to your estate planning. This is a great episode to share with family and take action on. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 68 - Clearing Up Taxes on Life Insurance 13.11.2020

Many times terminology on how life insurance is taxed is incorrect. In this episode, I really go over and correct the language and clear up the understanding of how death benefit and cash value are taxed, if they are taxed. This is very important so please pay attention. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 67 - Business Advice and Honoring Other's Strengths 06.11.2020

Many of you are selling direct to consumer and are needing to keep those clients after COVID is gone. I share a little bit of business advice on how to do that, what you need to keep your business strong, and why the strengths of everyone in any operation are key to recognize. I also get a bit passionate about handing over book work and not listening to the bookkeeper. These are all things in busi...

Ep. 66 - Expanding the System to Accommodate All Income 30.10.2020

We are back to another chapter of "Becoming Your Own Banker". This may be the most misunderstood chapter of of the book. You will learn why you need to be cautious if you are wanting to put every dollar through an IBC whole life policy. It is most likely not possible or not a good idea. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 65 - Compared to What? 23.10.2020

We so often talk about comparing investments to life insurance or comparing ourselves to each other, but in this episode, I want to talk to you about comparing yourself to yourself. We all grow, so give yourself some grace to learn from where you were to where you are today. You are your worst critic. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 64 - Back to the Basics 16.10.2020

Many are so caught up in looking for the right company, the right policy structure, and numbers that they are forgetting about the basics of the Infinite Banking Concept. So we are going back to the basics in this episode. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

Ep. 63 - How to Start Building Your Own Banking System 09.10.2020

Another review of Becoming Your Own Banker and why the Infinite Banking Concept is the missing peace to the financial puzzle. You'll learn who the characters in the play are and which one you want to be. Audio Production by Podsworth Media.

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