Researchers estimate raising a child will cost you 225,000 dollars! This cost does not include any private education, or a college degree... perhaps it isn’t surprising that Americans are having less children. But does raising a child really cost $225,000? Tom and Michele McFie have raised 8 children and they don’t agree with this research. Listen to the episode now.
It is a strange fact that those in power will often destroy the people who put them into power. A recent example is the EAGLE act which will likely destroy the jobs and opportunities of many who voted for the current administration. Strange. Sadly, we see the same sort of sabotage happening in other areas of life too, even coming from executives undermining the confidence of their customers.
But when you know what to look for, it becomes easier to avoid the bad options and choose good products which are still available. This is certainly true when it comes to life insurance.
401Ks, ESGs, Pensions plans, and Life Insurance are all things you probably know of, but there are some unpleasant surprises associated with many of them which you need to be aware of. Listen now to find out about these surprises and how to protect yourself against them, and also a shocking study about America’s financial literacy.
Many Americans wake up in a bad mood. Researchers estimate the average American will wake up in a bad mood 300 days every year. How terrible! What could be causing this? Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John discuss something they see behind American’s bad moods.
Resources: Understanding the Infinite Banking Concept - PDF, Winning Your Financial Game – Book and Study Guide
Skyscrapers, bridges, and nations are all built on foundations. A good foundation will last for many years but, if not maintained, it will eventually crumble. Today, Tom and Michele McFie discuss America’s foundation, it’s dangerous condition and our duty to maintain it.
It’s more fun to talk about a bomb exploding in the middle east than a local road the city plans to build through a quiet neighborhood. Why? Because sensationalism sells! Just because sensationalism is being sold doesn’t mean we should buy it.
Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John discuss the perils of buying sensationalism.
Resource: Wealth Seminar Recording
There are many false teachings about life insurance. Some attempt to portray life insurance as a terrible product, while others attempt to make it magical. Sadly, many false teachings seem logical, which makes them even more dangerous. Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John discuss some of the false teachings about life insurance (you’ve probably heard of them).
Resource: Wealth Seminar Recording , Dividends Explained with Dan Foley
Should you buy Term Insurance? Whole life? Universal life? Which is the cheapest? What type is the best? Should you buy insurance as soon as possible? Or wait until you’re older? Should you own different types of life insurance at different points in your life? Find out on Wealth Talks!
Resource: Wealth Seminar Recording
As a nation we are in bad shape. Inflation is climbing, environmental “concerns” threaten our staggering economy and global elites seem to be planning the overthrow of the middle class. Is there anything we can do to fight back? Or is this the end of the line? On today’s episode, learn what you can do to fight back!
Resources: Wealth Seminar Recording
Each year several banks go broke, but, comparatively, few life insurance companies become insolvent. Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John look at the way life insurance companies are structured to provide such stability. But wait! What about AIG? In this episode you will discover what went wrong at AIG and what ultimately happened to the policy holders.
Resources: Wealth Seminar Recording
Federal pension plans have been in disarray for some time, but now, state pension plans are running into trouble as well... 8 trillion dollars of trouble. Only two states are left in America with adequately funded pension plans, and the economic decline may be affecting these soon. What do Tom and John think about this? Find out on Wealth Talks.
Resources: Wealth Seminar Recording
Inflation punishes people for saving by stealing the value out of their money. With inflation this bad, many people are saving less, have stopped saving or are even spending their savings. Some of this is doubtless due to rising prices, but it is hard to save when your being punished for it. Is it still a good idea to save? Find out what Tom and John think on Wealth Talks.
Resources: Wealth Seminar Recording: https://www.life-benefits.com/store/
Many people buy fire insurance but never have a fire. Many people buy car insurance and never get in an accident. Many people have medical insurance they don’t use. But today, on Wealth Talks, John and Michele discuss one type of insurance everyone will use at some time. Listen on Wealth Talks.
Fear and greed are called the two big motivators in this world, but they won’t help you build a strong and sustainable financial future. Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John discuss the mindset you need to have to build a successful financial future. Listen Now!
Socialism is supposed to be where everyone shares with other people. The needy are taken care of by those who have an abundance, everything is fair, equal, just, and the sun sets in a golden glow over the ocean every night. Sounds nice!
Socialism has been tried many times, and it hasn’t worked. But could it? Listen now on Wealth Talks.
Resources: Livestream and in-person registration; https://www.life-benefits.com/wealth-seminar/?inf_contact_key=6d62f9b9e07dd9e55b77ab13cf56715d680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me. Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John discuss this age-old children’s rhyme, and how it is still very relevant even in the “grown-up” world.
Also, there is something happening in Las Vegas you should probably know about. Listen now!
Resources: Register here: https://www.life-benefits.com/wealth-seminar/ *Livestream* option can be selected in the checkout process.
Turns out, winning is easy... if you keep changing the goal posts! Our government is reeling the goal posts in with an electric winch in overdrive! Gas prices have risen 117% in 18 months, but the “official” percentage is only 46%. Our economy isn’t in recession... but only because they changed the definition of “recession”.
Today Tom and John are back in the studio to unpack everything. You don’t want to miss this episode.
Resources: Click here: https://www.life-benefits.com/wealth-seminar/?utm_source=wealthtalks&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=381 to register for the Wealth Seminar (if you are unable to purchase tickets, the seminar is already full).
Getting rich is something a lot of people want to do. But there are startling consequences along the way which many people overlook. Have you considered the consequences of getting rich?
Tom and John are back on Wealth Talks discussing some of the startling dangers on the way to riches.
Resources: Click here to register for the Wealth Seminar (if you are unable to purchase tickets, the seminar is already full).
https://www.life-benefits.com/wealth-seminar/?utm_source=wealthtalks&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=381
Getting rich quick is simple. All you do is bet big and never lose at poker. Simple, straightforward, and statistically impossible. Simple doesn’t mean easy. There are numerous such half-baked plans and schemes for getting rich quick, some people even believe life insurance is the method with which one can get rich quick.
We love life insurance, but it’s not a get rich quick formula. Today on Wealth Talks, Tom and John discuss what life insurance can do for you.
Resources: Fri-Sat Wealth Seminar in Las Vegas
Ice cream containers are getting smaller, and the price is rising. Is this inflation? It's now called shrinkflation!
No matter what cutesy name inflation may masquerade under, it’s still inflation and can hurt you financially.
Today Tom and John discuss inflation, how we can appoint better politicians, and something happening in September (you are invited).
If you need something messed up, call a politician, they’re pretty good at it. Almost every economic problem we have today can be correlated to some stupid something a politician decided to do.
On today’s episode you’ll hear about a lot of stupid things politicians have done with what disastrous results. And you’ll also find out what we can do regain control of our own economics.
Resources: Wealth Seminar: https://www.life-benefits.com/wealth-seminar/
Supply and demand have been regulating goods and prices for a long time and, when left alone, they do a very good job. But some people abuse supply and demand quite badly. When this happens, it mixes up the economy for everyone.
How does supply and demand work? How is it abused? Listen in on Wealth Talks as Tom and John discuss supply and demand, how the elites try to manipulate it and what you can do to introduce a more balanced perspective on a personal level.
Watching our economy is like watching a car hurtling down the interstate at 104 mph with 5% tread left on three tires, a bent rear axle and a spare rated for 45 on the front right... something is going to happen... but what?
Today, Tom and John discuss what they foresee happening and what we should do to prepare.
Resources: How to Build Sustainable Wealth
Our country is in trouble. Gas prices are at unprecedented highs, criminals go unpunished and gross corruption seems to be the only requirement for holding public office.
America is almost to the 250-year mark at which, historically, many nations have fallen. Will America survive? Should we just blow everything up and start over? Or can we still save America?
Rick Green, former Texas representative, national speaker and founder of Patriot Academy, has the answers to these questions. Don’t miss this episode. Listen Now!
Resources: Patriot Academy: https://www.patriotacademy.com/, Become a Constitution Coach: https://coach.patriotacademy.com/constitutioncoach/
Biblical Citizenship: https://coach.patriotacademy.com/biblicalcitizenship/