233 episodes

Dollars and Nonsense focuses on helping individuals and families find financial freedom by leveraging the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC). The podcast delivers real-world tips, tricks, and techniques for anyone wanting to take their wealth to the next level.

We do all this through the hosts sharing their vast knowledge and sitting down with experts. Plus, the show is for the average person—you don’t have to be a financial expert or an economics professor to get a metric ton out of every episode. We extract priceless resources and action steps for you and deliver them in a 30-minute weekly show.

Learn more about the show by visiting https://livingwealth.com/podcast/

Our primary focus is a financial strategy called the infinite banking concept that allows you to control your savings and debt needs, helping you become your own banker, in essence. It was formalized by finance expert R. Nelson Nash in the early 1980s. But its roots go back much further.

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Dollars and Nonsense focuses on helping individuals and families find financial freedom by leveraging the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC). The podcast delivers real-world tips, tricks, and techniques for anyone wanting to take their wealth to the next level.

We do all this through the hosts sharing their vast knowledge and sitting down with experts. Plus, the show is for the average person—you don’t have to be a financial expert or an economics professor to get a metric ton out of every episode. We extract priceless resources and action steps for you and deliver them in a 30-minute weekly show.

Learn more about the show by visiting https://livingwealth.com/podcast/

Our primary focus is a financial strategy called the infinite banking concept that allows you to control your savings and debt needs, helping you become your own banker, in essence. It was formalized by finance expert R. Nelson Nash in the early 1980s. But its roots go back much further.

    E232: Top 5 FAQs About Infinite Banking

    E232: Top 5 FAQs About Infinite Banking

    In this episode, Nate Scott answers the five most frequently asked questions about infinite banking. He talks about the importance of choosing the right insurance company, how policies continue to grow even when borrowed against, the difference between direct recognition and non-direct recognition, the pros and cons of different policy designs, and the whether or not you should run all finances through a policy. Nate emphasizes the need for individualized approaches and recommends starting with a solid foundation before considering more complex strategies.
    Key Takeaways:
    To practice infinite banking, choose a mutual life insurance company that offers dividend-paying whole life policies.
    Policies continue to grow even when borrowed against because the insurance company lends money against the policy's cash value, which still earns interest and dividends.
    Direct recognition and non-direct recognition refer to how insurance companies apply dividends to policies with loans.
    The design of a policy, including the base premium and paid-up additions, depends on individual circumstances and goals.
    Running all finances through a policy is not recommended for most people. It is important to start with a solid foundation, understand cash flow, and gradually incorporate policies into financial strategies.
    Individual circumstances and goals play a significant role in determining the best approach to infinite banking.
    Episode Resources:
    Gain FREE access to our Infinite Banking Course here 
    What is Infinite Banking
    Who was Nelson Nash?

    • 35 min
    E231: Should I Use Infinite Banking Policies To Fund All My Investments?

    E231: Should I Use Infinite Banking Policies To Fund All My Investments?

    In this episode, Nate Scott walks us through the types of investments that make sense to fund using Infinite Banking policies and those that may not be a good fit. He explains why investments that produce cash flow, like real estate, private lending, and business expansion, work well with IBC. On the other hand, long-term passive investments, such as retirement programs and stock market investments, may not be a perfect match for IBC. Nate also mentions the option of using policies to repay any debts and highlights the importance of understanding your financial goals before deciding how involved you want to be with IBC.
    Key Takeaways:
    Investments that produce cash flow, such as real estate and business expansion, work well with IBC policies.
    Using IBC policies to fund investments allows you to repay policy loans and reuse the capital.
    Long-term passive investments, like retirement programs and stock market investments, may not be a perfect fit for IBC.
    Using policies to pay down debt can provide a guaranteed rate of return.
    Episode Resources:
    Gain FREE access to our Infinite Banking Course here 
    What is Infinite Banking
    Who was Nelson Nash?

    • 21 min
    E230: 3 Reasons Why People Own Multiple IBC Policies

    E230: 3 Reasons Why People Own Multiple IBC Policies

    In this episode, Nate breaks down the three main reasons why people who practice Infinite Banking end up with multiple policies. He explains what a MEC limit is, and what benefits you can get from insuring other people, like spouses, children, or even business partners. 
    Nate dives into how policies can be strategically used for different purposes, like covering taxes or supporting charitable causes. He ends the episode by emphasizing that the number of policies doesn't matter as much as the total amount of premium being contributed.
    Key Takeaways:
    3 main reasons why people own multiple policies while practicing IBC:
    Every policy has a MEC limit, which determines the maximum amount of money that can be funded into it.
    Owning policies on other people, such as spouses, children, and business partners, can provide additional benefits.
    Policies can serve different functions, such as paying taxes or charitable giving.
    The number of policies doesn't matter as much as the total amount of premium being contributed.
    Episode Resources:
    Gain FREE access to our Infinite Banking Course here 
    What is Infinite Banking
    Who was Nelson Nash?

    • 23 min
    E229: Inside Look At My Policy: IBC Goes Beyond Arbitrage!

    E229: Inside Look At My Policy: IBC Goes Beyond Arbitrage!

    In this episode, Nate debunks the idea that infinite banking is some magical arbitrage situation. He explains that infinite banking is about managing capital efficiently and using whole life insurance policies as a capital warehouse. 
    He breaks down the misconceptions surrounding arbitrage in infinite banking and emphasizes that borrowing from policies is not dependent on the policy's growth rate. Nate also highlights the potential for tax deductions when using policy loans for investments or business purposes. 
    He highly recommends taking the time to research and have a thorough understanding before diving into infinite banking.
    Key Takeaways:
    Infinite banking is not about magical arbitrage, but about managing capital efficiently.
    Borrowing from policies is not dependent on the policy's growth rate.
    Tax deductions can be a potential benefit when using policy loans for investments or business purposes.
    Approach infinite banking with a thorough understanding and take the time to educate yourself before getting started.
    Episode Resources:
    Gain FREE access to our Infinite Banking Course here 
    What is Infinite Banking
    Who was Nelson Nash?

    • 31 min
    E228: How to Become a Master Family Banker in 3 Steps

    E228: How to Become a Master Family Banker in 3 Steps

    Join Nate in this episode as he discusses the concept of family banking and reveals the three crucial steps to becoming a master family banker. Family banking involves keeping money within the family and mimicking the strategies used by wealthy families to create generational wealth.
    The first step is to store capital, which can be done through dividend-paying whole life insurance policies. The second step is to establish a loan underwriting process, ensuring that loans within the family are handled professionally. The third step is to seek out win-win scenarios, creating mutually beneficial deals for both the family banker and the borrower. Family banking offers the opportunity to build wealth and keep money within the family for future generations.
    Key Takeaways:
    Family banking involves keeping money within the family and mimicking the strategies used by wealthy families to create generational wealth.
    The first step to becoming a master family banker is to store capital, which can be done through dividend-paying whole life insurance policies.
    The second step is to establish a loan underwriting process, ensuring that loans within the family are handled professionally.
    The third step is to seek out win-win scenarios, creating mutually beneficial deals for both the family banker and the borrower.
    Episode Resources:
    Gain FREE access to our Infinite Banking Course here 
    What is Infinite Banking
    Who was Nelson Nash?

    • 28 min
    E227: Why Dave Ramsey’s Signature Advice Is Unbiblical

    E227: Why Dave Ramsey’s Signature Advice Is Unbiblical

    In this episode of “Dollars and Nonsense”, Nate Scott challenges Dave Ramsey's advice on money and retirement. Nate shares his own personal journey and struggles with the pursuit of financial security, highlighting the pitfalls of hoarding money and seeking it as the ultimate source of fulfillment.
    By delving into biblical principles, Nate offers listeners a fresh perspective on wealth and security, urging them to build lives they don't have to retire from and to prioritize God's will over serving money.  
    Key Takeaways:
    Unbiblical Pursuit of Security: Hoarding money and seeking it as a means of security is unbiblical and unfulfilling.
    Building a Life You Don't Have to Retire From: Nate advocates for prioritizing lifestyles that don't necessitate retirement, challenging the traditional notion of saving for the future.
    Avoiding Rationalizations: Nate warns against justifying the love of money with religious reasoning, emphasizing the importance of discernment in financial matters.
    True Fulfillment in Seeking God's Will: Nate underscores the ultimate source of security and fulfillment in aligning one's life with God's will, rather than serving money.
    Episode Resources:
    Gain FREE access to our Infinite Banking Course here 
    What is Infinite Banking
    Who was Nelson Nash?

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
132 Ratings

132 Ratings

prhang ,

Changed my life

Buy into this story. It made me & my family much smarter about all things money! Living Wealth is the honest IBC provider!

West Va Steve ,

Change your financial future

I have been learning about infinite banking for several years. Nate and his team have been instrumental in reshaping my financial literacy as well as financial future. I am grateful for the content and information that has allowed me to see a change in me and my future. Many thanks!

Run Nathan Run! ,

Incredibly Valuable Content

I’ve owned a policy for a few years but found I was confused about a number of things relating to IBC. This podcast has helped me get a much clearer picture of what I was misunderstanding and where to go next. I find myself chain listening and enjoy each episode as much or more than the previous. I started listening around episode 158 and am working my was up to present.

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