Valerie LaRoque

Infinite Banking Mastery

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Having a safe and secure retirement feels impossible today. With inflation, higher taxes, volatile stock, and property markets, it's overwhelming, isn't it? And the banks and government aren't going to help you. We all know this. That's the bad news. The good news? You can live a debt-free life and retire with a sizable nest egg. In fact, this is easy — so long as you don't rely on the government and the banks. Valerie LaRoque, your host, is an authorized IBC Practitioner (with the Nelson Nash Institute).. Listen to the Infinite Banking Mastery podcast where you will discover the power of the...

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Valerie LaRoque

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Latest episode

Nov 12, 2026

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Episodes

How to Take Control of the Banking Function in Your Life 21.05.2026

In this episode, I'll cover some basics as I show you how to take control of your finances by becoming your own banker! You'll learn how the Infinite Banking Concept and Whole Life Insurance can help you build a tax-free pool of wealth, access your money when you need it, and stop sending interest to the banks. I'll share simple examples and explain how this strategy can fit into your life, whethe...

How the Ideal Savings Tool Compares (Part 2) 14.05.2026

What if there was a way to take full control of your financial future, build tax-free wealth, and create a lasting legacy—without the restrictions and uncertainty of conventional options? Last episode, I broke down the hidden problems with traditional saving vehicles we're constantly being pressured to rely on—today, as promised, I'm revealing the ideal savings tool for building long-term wealth a...

How the Ideal Savings Tool Compares (Part 1) - The Savings Truth Nobody Told You 07.05.2026

Are you frustrated by the traditional savings strategies you've been told to trust? Today, I'm taking a look at the hidden pitfalls of popular savings tools, like savings accounts, CDs, and retirement accounts. I'll show you how their rules often limit your control over your own money, expose you to taxes, and come with fees on funds you will never actually use. But don't worry—there's an ideal sa...

Will & Healthcare Directives - So Important! 30.04.2026

Do you have a plan for your loved ones if the unthinkable happened to you? Would they know what to do next? Estate planning matters! It's the final act of love you will ever provide and means more than just paperwork. In this episode, I'll explain why having up-to-date wills and guardianship instructions with Whole Life beneficiary considerations is so important, especially if you have minor child...

Should I Get Competing Illustrations? Why It's a Bad Idea 23.04.2026

"Should you compare competing policy illustrations before starting your Infinite Banking journey?" As more people discover IBC, that is a question I hear coming up more than ever. Here's the truth: even the most attractive illustration is only a projection. I'll share why the real key isn't the numbers on a page, but finding the right advisor and strategy for your goals, and what variables can mak...

Can't Just Start IBC, You Need to Qualify 16.04.2026

If you've been listening for a while and think now's the time to finally start your Infinite Banking journey, there's a question you first need to answer: "Are you qualified for Whole Life coverage?" Insurability is not always straightforward, but I'll explain why it matters, the impact of your health history on eligibility, and why underwriting should begin early rather than later. I'll share wha...

Client's Wanting to Close in First Year 09.04.2026

Facing unexpected life events, like job loss, illness, or financial disruptions, can make funding your Whole Life policy feel overwhelming, especially in the early years. Closing your policy doesn't have to be your only option. I'll share multiple strategies for navigating difficult times without sacrificing your progress. From flexible premium payment solutions and leveraging policy loans to redu...

Direct vs. Non-direct Recognition, Which is Best? 02.04.2026

As people become more knowledgeable about the Infinite Banking Concept I find myself often answering a question I used to rarely hear: "Which is best: Direct Recognition or Non-Direct Recognition?" If you've ever wondered the same thing, then this episode is for you. Because I'll share what these terms mean, what difference they actually make, and how much they should really factor into your decis...

Encore: Don't Steal From Yourself 26.03.2026

This is an encore episode of  Don't Steal From Yourself , originally aired on May 11, 2023.   Banks potentially steal tens of thousands of dollars by the time you retire.  How? With compounding interest.  I know, not a revolutionary concept, but considering how a loan for a $30,000 car actually costs more like $40,000 when you factor in an 11% interest rate... Banks steal from you every day you're...

Encore: IBC vs. Non-IBC Style Policy 19.03.2026

This is an encore episode of IBC vs. Non-IBC Style Policy , originally aired on May 4, 2023. Whole life insurance is a terrible place to invest your money. And that's because life insurance is an asset, not an investment. With infinite banking, you're housing your money there as opposed to housing it with a bank. And from there, you can invest it however you want — pay off your house, debt, invest...

Encore: Universal Life vs. Whole Life for IBC 12.03.2026

This is an encore episode of Universal Life vs. Whole Life for IBC , originally aired on April 27, 2023. One of my new clients woke up with $0 in her life insurance policy after 33 years of funding. Worst part? Her premium was about to increase 1,300%. Yep, 1,300%! I tell you this because if you don't know any better, you can choose a life insurance policy that's not optimal for your personal bank...

Encore: Term Insurance, Good or Bad? 05.03.2026

This is an encore episode of Term Insurance, Good or Bad?, originally aired on April 20, 2023.   If you develop a serious medical condition, you can be banned from whole life insurance (or any life insurance contract!). This is fairly well-known, but there is a way around it: Term insurance.  With term insurance, your ability to be insured is "locked in" — even if you develop cancer or another fat...

Whole Life and Rate of Return 26.02.2026

When you've been trained to analyze investments based on a high rate of return, it's hard not to scrutinize Whole Life through the same lens. But zooming in on the rate of return misses the answer to the bigger question: "How can I become my own banker?" This episode is for you if you've dismissed Infinite Banking because the rate of return didn't look good enough. Because I'll show you a better w...

Is Whole Life the Best Place to Store Cash? 19.02.2026

People have been taught to look at Whole Life as an investment, so they do! And when the returns aren't flashy like stocks, funds, and precious metals they ignore Whole Life and pour their money into something else. But it's a mistake to think of Whole Life and investments as an "either/or" proposition. Because the truth is: you don't have to choose just one. In this episode I'll explain the right...

Are There Penalties for Accessing Your Policy Cash Value? 12.02.2026

If you're new to the Infinite Banking concept you might think accessing your Whole Life insurance policy's cash value works just like conventional retirement accounts: Penalties for early withdrawal, required distributions, surrender charges and more. But it doesn't work that way. The truth is: it's a breeze! In fact, IBC looks even better when you understand how conventional retirement accounts r...

How IBC Can Solve Your Biggest Problem 05.02.2026

Through the years I've talked to clients, heard stories, and learned from other agents. Through it all, the biggest financial problem is the same for everybody: You need to be in control of more capital. For most people this is "easier said than done." But in this episode I'll show you how properly using the Infinite Banking concept helps you solve this challenge.  You'll also learn how to set you...

Encore: Keepin' It Tax Free 29.01.2026

Your savings can be taxed if you set your life insurance up incorrectly. Simply put, when you deposit "too much" into a life insurance policy, you create a "Modified Endowment Contract" (MEC.) So, what are the disadvantages of a MEC? Any gains you make in your policy will be taxed at your individual tax rate upon withdrawal There's a 10% early withdrawal penalty if you try to take out before 59.5...

Encore: Borrowing Against Your Policy 22.01.2026

If you're not using your money to make money, someone else is. While you think your money is safe in the bank, they're loaning it out — at interest. This is how they make their real money. But, what if you were able to cut them out… And become your own bank? With a whole life insurance policy, you can! When you become your own bank, you can: Earn interest on the amount of money you're spending Eli...

Encore: Keep Your Money in Motion 15.01.2026

Banks are the biggest hypocrites. They, and many financial gurus, like Dave Ramsey, convince you to amass a large fortune and then let it sit.  Yet banks do the complete opposite of what they tell you. They make their money by loaning out your savings to other people, all while earning interest. And the reason why they tell you to leave your money in the bank? So they can put your money in motion...

Encore: Money We are Willingly Handing Away 08.01.2026

Do you ever sit and burn $20 bills? If you don't, you may as well, because right now the banks are legally taking 34.5% of your take home earnings in pure interest.  This interest isn't to pay down your mortgage, your car loan, or your student debt. It's to fill the greedy coffers of ultra rich bankers. Think I'm being hyperbolic? I purchased my home for $377,988 — amortized over 30 years. With an...

Encore: What is Fractional Reserve Banking? 01.01.2026

How nice would an extra million dollars sound? And imagine if you didn't have to work harder, smarter, or even work at all to get it. Well, this does exist! But I don't recommend you try doing it, because you'll cop a whopping 20 year prison sentence. But if your name is Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, or Goldman Sachs, then go for gold!  That's right, the banks do this ev...

Encore: How Banks Make Money 25.12.2025

Have you ever wondered why there's a maximum withdrawal limit at the bank? They'll often tout it as "stopping criminals from laundering money." But the reality is this: They don't have much money in the actual bank! What do I mean? The primary way banks make money is by lending out YOUR money. Banks only need to keep about 10% of deposits on reserves.  So when you make a deposit, they loan out you...

NASCAR champion waves caution flag on IULs. 18.12.2025

You've heard about NASCAR champion driver Kyle Busch's lawsuit over his Indexed Universal Life policies. And because his contract appears to have been written in an exceptionally bad way, you might think what happened to him is an isolated incident. But the truth is, even when IUL contracts are written in the best way possible, they still carry dangers you need to know about. In this episode I'll...

More (detail?) on Paid Up Additions 11.12.2025

Paid-Up Additions (PUAs) aren't complicated, but the way different insurance companies handle them can be. And if you don't know how the company you plan to use does it, you could be in for a costly surprise. That's why in this episode we'll take a closer look at the different ways companies treat PUAs, and what you need to know before you take out a contract.  I'll also show you why you can't alw...

Beneficiary Reviews - Do You Know Who Your Beneficiaries Are? 04.12.2025

Imagine you pass away and the beneficiary of your life insurance policy (or other product with a beneficiary) ends up going to the wrong person. All because your life changed, and your beneficiary should have too, but you forgot to make the changes. It's easy to forget to keep your beneficiary up to date. But in this episode I'll explain why it's vitally important, and what can go wrong if you don...

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