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It’s one of the most common questions I get from musicians, and it usually comes right after a good run of shows. The money is in the account, the next run is months away, and you want to put some of it somewhere safe before life finds a way to… Read more: What’s the Best Savings Account for Musicians?

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode, Tai Anderson of Third Day sits down with Jason K Powers to talk about the early business lessons of a touring band, a brutal review that reshaped how he thinks about success,… Read more: BSM Episode 24 – Tai Anderson | Market Like a Rockstar: Turning Fans Into Lifelong Advocates

Nobody gets into music thinking about the emergency fundraising campaign. The financial strategies, if it happens at all, comes much later and usually only after something goes wrong. By then the options are already narrower than they should be. The thing about a financial crisis in a music career is… Read more: What Comes Before the Emergency Campaign.

There’s a conversation I find myself having more than any other with musicians who are doing well by most measures. Good career, consistent work, a name people recognize in the right circles. And somewhere in the conversation they’ll say something that gives it away – a gig they took because… Read more: The Most Underrated Asset in a Music Career Has Nothing to Do With Your Talent.

Ask anyone who’s spent time in the music industry what advice they got starting out and you’ll hear a pretty consistent list. Work hard. Build your network. Own your masters. Get your name out there. Find the right team. Put in the time. Good advice, most of it. Genuinely useful.… Read more: The Music Industry Is Full of Business Advice And Almost None of It Is About Keeping What You Earn.

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What does fifty years in rock and roll actually teach you about money? Rudy Sarzo was born in Havana, spent part of his childhood in Miami and New Jersey, and has spent the better part… Read more: BSM Episode 23 – Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot) | 75 and Just Getting Started: A Lifetime of Money Lessons in Rock

If you’ve spent any time in music communities online, you’ve seen it happen. Someone posts a GoFundMe campaign. A medical bill. A broken down van on the road. An instrument stolen. Unexpected expenses that arrived at the worst possible time. And within hours, sometimes minutes, the comments fill up. People… Read more: Nobody Starts a Fundraising Campaign Because Things Are Going Well

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode Most musicians have never heard how a venue actually thinks about a door split, a guarantee, or that catering line in a rider that quietly turns a $5,000 show into a $6,500 one. Scott Happel… Read more: BSM Episode 22 – Scott Happel (Multi-Venue Owner) on Door Splits, Hidden Costs, and What Artists Can Learn From the Venue Side

The stereotype is everywhere. You’re a musician, so you must be bad with money. It gets said so often and so casually that it has started to feel like a fact rather than what it actually is: an oversimplification that lets everyone off the hook except you. Here’s what I… Read more: A Lot of Musicians Struggle With Money. But We’ve Been Wrong About Why.

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What does 50 years in the music industry actually teach you about money? In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K. Powers sits down with Steve Lynch, co-founder and lead guitarist of Autograph, pioneer… Read more: BSM Episode 21 – Steve Lynch (Autograph) | Don’t Buy the Ferrari: Real Talk on Money, Music, and Making It Last

There’s a version of this conversation that goes sideways fast. Someone says musicians need to think more like business owners, and half the room nods while the other half rolls their eyes. The eye-rollers aren’t wrong. Telling a touring musician who’s barely covering expenses to “think like a CEO” isn’t… Read more: The Music Industry Doesn’t Have a Talent Problem. It Has an Education Problem.

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What does the music industry actually look like through an economist’s eyes? In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K. Powers sits down with Murat Iyigun, Professor of Economics and co-founding guitarist of Red… Read more: BSM Episode 20 – From the Federal Reserve to the Stage: The Economics of Making It in Music, with Murat Iyigun

If you’ve spent any time trying to build a career in music, you’ve been swimming in advice. How to get your music heard. How to build an audience. How to get on playlists, pitch to blogs, land sync placements, grow your social following, book better shows, negotiate better deals. The… Read more: The Music Industry Is Full of Advice on How to Make It. Almost None of It Is About What Happens Next.

There’s a financial pattern almost every working musician knows but rarely names out loud. The tour pays out and suddenly everything feels fine. The gear gets upgraded, the rent gets caught up, the anxiety lifts. Then the next run is three months away and the math starts getting tight again.… Read more: The Music Industry Runs on Feast and Famine. Nobody Talks About What That Does to You.

There’s a version of success in the music industry that looks exactly like financial failure from the outside looking in. You reinvested in the gear. You funded the recording yourself to keep ownership. You put money back into the live show, the branding, the team. You said yes to the… Read more: The Music Industry Taught You to Invest in Your Career. Nobody Taught You to Invest in Yourself.

Look, nobody likes to say it out loud. But it’s true. Every music career – even the most successful ones – has a window. Not because talent disappears. Not because the work stops mattering. But because the industry changes, bodies age, markets shift, and the version of the career that… Read more: The Music Career Has an Expiration Date. Most Musicians Aren’t Planning for It.

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What does it really take to build a band from scratch, keep it alive through financial hardship, and land a record deal on your own terms? In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K.… Read more: BSM Episode 19 – Jennifer Benson | Just Ask: How Ignescent Built a Career on Bold Moves and Bigger Faith

It’s not the size of the checks. It’s when they arrive. I’ve talked to musicians who grossed six figures last year and still found themselves scrambling to cover expenses in February. Not because they overspent. Not because they mismanaged anything obvious. But because the income arrived in concentrated bursts –… Read more: The Music Industry Has a Cash Flow Problem Nobody Talks About

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What happens after the show is over? For most musicians, the reality of a music career isn’t private jets, sold-out arenas, or million-dollar record deals. It’s long drives, inconsistent income, side gigs, creative fulfillment, and… Read more: BSM Episode 18 – Franz Nicolay | Band People: From the Tour Bus to Congress, Fighting for the Working Musician

If you’ve spent any time as a working musician or creative professional, there’s a decent chance you’ve said it – maybe as a joke, maybe completely seriously: “I’m just bad with money.” It’s one of the most common things I hear from musicians when we first talk. And almost every… Read more: You’re Not Bad at Money. You Were Given the Wrong Map.

There’s a version of the music career that looks like success from the outside – consistent gigs, a catalog growing, a name people recognize – where the person living it has almost nothing saved. Not because they were reckless. Not because they spent it on the wrong things (usually). But… Read more: Why Doing Everything Right in Your Career Can Still Leave You Broke

There’s a moment that happens for a lot of musicians – usually somewhere in their 30s or 40s – when they look up and realize something nobody ever said out loud: There is no retirement plan coming. No employer matching your contributions. No pension accumulating in the background. No HR… Read more: Nobody Told You There Was No Safety Net

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What does it take to build a tribute band into a full-time business? In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K. Powers talks with Nikki Starr, founder, owner, manager, and guitarist of That Arena… Read more: BSM Episode 17 – Door Deals, Merch Money, and Playing to Win | Nikki Starr (That Arena Rock Show)

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode What does it really take to survive – and build a long career – in the music industry? In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K. Powers sits down with Shawn Duncan, drummer for… Read more: BSM Episode 16 – Lessons From a Career in Rock: What Musicians Need to Know | Shawn Duncan (L.A. Guns)

When people talk about money in the music industry, the conversation often begins in the wrong place. Most assume the biggest challenge is simply making enough money. From the outside looking in, it can appear that the financial struggle in music comes down to income, who is making it, who… Read more: The Real Financial Problem in the Music Industry Isn’t Income

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In Part 2 of this Backstage Money conversation, host Jason K Powers continues his discussion with music industry mentor Chris Fletcher, founder of Music Biz Mentors. This half of the conversation focuses on the practical… Read more: BSM Episode 15 – Chris Fletcher on Longevity, Industry Reality, and Staying in the Music Business

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode Before you grow your music career, you need to know where you really stand. In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K. Powers sits down with Chris Fletcher, founder of MusicBizMentors.com, artist development coach, and… Read more: BSM Episode 14 – Chris Fletcher on Starting a Career in Music and What Most Artists Don’t Understand | Part 1

The music business runs on creativity, but it survives on capital. Labels invest heavily in talent. Artists invest their time, careers, and often their own money. Yet surprisingly little attention is given to the long term financial systems that support both sides of that equation. The music industry has always… Read more: Creative Careers, Complex Finances, Rethinking How the Music Industry Handles Money

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K Powers sits down with Jason Hartless, touring drummer for Ted Nugent and co-owner of Sound City Entertainment, to talk about what it actually takes to build… Read more: BSM Episode 13 – Jason Hartless on Touring with Ted Nugent and Building a Career in the Music Business

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In Part 2 of this Backstage Money conversation, host Jason K Powers continues his discussion with Danny Zelisko, veteran concert promoter and founder of Danny Zelisko Presents. This half of the conversation dives into touring… Read more: BSM Episode 12 – Danny Zelisko on Touring Risk, Selling Tickets, and Staying Alive (Part 2)

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K Powers sits down with Danny Zelisko, a veteran concert promoter whose career spans back to 1974 and includes working with some of the biggest artists in live… Read more: BSM Episode 11 – Danny Zelisko on Guarantees, Ticket Prices, and Why Some Bands Get Booked (Part 1)

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, host Jason K Powers sits down with Justin Longo, founder and CEO of MariNation, a new platform exploring how fans, artists, and data could reshape the way music is… Read more: BSM Episode 10 – The Next Evolution of Music Funding, with Justin Longo of MariNation

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K Powers sits down with Dale Thompson, lead vocalist of the band Bride, for an honest conversation about longevity, faith, and what it really takes to survive in… Read more: BSM Episode 9 – Dale Thompson of Bride: 40 Years in Music and What It Really Takes to Survive

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In Part 2 of this Backstage Money conversation, Jason K Powers continues his discussion with Stevie Rachelle, lead singer of Tuff and founder of Metal Sludge, diving deeper into how musicians actually survive financially over… Read more: BSM Episode 8 – Merch, Money, and Survival: Stevie Rachelle on How Musicians Really Get Paid

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K Powers sits down with Stevie Rachelle, lead singer of the band Tuff and founder of Metal Sludge, for a wide-ranging conversation about taking risks, betting on yourself,… Read more: BSM Episode 7 – From One-Way Ticket to MTV: Stevie Rachelle on Betting on Yourself in Music

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K Powers sits down with Jack McCarthy, entrepreneur, touring veteran, and co-founder of IndieX at Indepreneur, the agency helping artists build sustainable, direct-to-fan revenue. Jack shares his journey… Read more: BSM Episode 6 – IndieX Insights: Growing Your Music Career with Jack McCarthy

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode In this episode of Backstage Money, Jason K Powers sits down with Grace Graber, a rising Christian pop punk artist known for her bold covers, raw honesty, and outspoken conversations around mental health, faith, and… Read more: BSM Episode 5 – From Passion to Purpose: A Musical Journey with Grace Graber

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode The podcast delves into the multifaceted life of Michael ‘Kalel’ Wittig, whose journey as a musician transcends mere performance. His leadership in the business aspects of Pillar showcases a pivotal understanding of the music industry’s… Read more: BSM Episode 4 – From Garage to Grammy Nominations: The Music & Money Journey of Pillar

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode Lexxi Garza-Hartless brings a rare blend of talent, grit and honesty to this episode. She is an accomplished musician with a diverse background in the entertainment industry, currently serving as the Entertainment Director at Pete’s… Read more: BSM Episode 3 – How to Survive When the Music Stops: Lexxi Garza-Hartless

December is a strange time for money. You’re wrapping up the year…You’re reflecting on what worked and what didn’t…And maybe — just maybe — you’re realizing things didn’t move forward as much as you hoped. Here’s the good news:It’s not too late to course-correct. In fact, how you finish the… Read more: How to Build Real Financial Momentum Before the Year Ends

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel HERE. About This Episode Dave Moody’s journey in the music industry is both inspiring and insightful, as he reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his career. The episode commences with a nostalgic recounting of his childhood, where an… Read more: BSM Episode 2 – Lessons from the Road: Dave Moody on Money, Mindset, and Making It Last

Listen to this episode and subscribe on your favorite podcast channel: https://backstagemoney.captivate.fm/listen About This Episode Join host Jason K. Powers on an exciting debut episode of Backstage Money as he talks with Mark Maxwell, owner of Maxwell’s House of Music and mentor to countless musicians. Mark shares his journey from… Read more: BSM Episode 1 – From Stage to Bank: Mark Maxwell on Valuing Your Music and Making It Pay

You may have seen the recent news about NASCAR champion Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha, claiming they lost $8.5 million inside an Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policy strategy. When something like this hits headlines, it spreads fast and it can leave people wondering whether IULs are “good,” “bad,” or… Read more: The Kyle Busch IUL Lawsuit Explained: What Happened and How to Protect Yourself

In November, we pause to give thanks. We gather around the table.We think about family.We reflect on what really matters. But here’s something few people are ever taught to be thankful for: 👉 Control over their financial life. Because let’s be honest — most people don’t have it. They’re stuck… Read more: Why Financial Control Is the Most Underrated Form of Gratitude

👻 It’s spooky season — but the scariest thing for most people isn’t ghosts or goblins.It’s money. Fear of inflation.Fear of interest rates.Fear of losing it all in the stock market.Fear of not having enough. But here’s the thing:Fear thrives in uncertainty.And the traditional financial system is full of it.… Read more: How Infinite Banking Helps You Conquer Financial Fear

🌅Legacy.It’s not just about what you leave behind — it’s about what you build into the next generation. When people hear “generational wealth,” they usually think of trust funds, real estate empires, or massive investment portfolios. But there’s another way to pass on wealth — and it’s more accessible than… Read more: How Infinite Banking Helps You Build Generational Wealth

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We all know we should save money.But where you store that money?That decision can change everything. At first glance, it might seem like a traditional savings account is “safe.” It’s easy. It’s familiar. But if you’re looking to grow your wealth, maintain access to your capital, and create long-term financial… Read more: Savings Account vs. Infinite Banking: Why Where You Store Money Matters

As we celebrate Independence Day, it’s a good time to think about freedom—not just political freedom, but financial freedom. According to Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash, one of the most powerful and overlooked opportunities in your financial life is hiding in plain sight. It’s not about investing.It’s… Read more: The Most Profitable Thing You Can Finance Is Your Own Debt

🕶️We’re six months into the year. Some people are on track.Others are behind.And some are realizing they never actually set clear financial goals in the first place. Wherever you’re at — there’s still time. This isn’t about catching up. It’s about leveling up.And with the right strategy, the second half… Read more: The Year Is Half Over — But Your Momentum Is Just Getting Started

🎓 Most people spend the first 20 years of their life learning how to make a living—but not how to build wealth. You might have studied algebra, Shakespeare, or U.S. history… but chances are, no one taught you how money really works. That’s not an accident.And that’s why so many… Read more: You Were Never Taught This in School: How Real Wealth Is Actually Built

Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets and garages. It’s also a powerful time to reevaluate how you handle money — what’s working, what’s not, and what habits are quietly draining your financial potential. Here are three outdated money habits worth tossing out — and smarter alternatives to take their place.… Read more: 3 Financial Habits to Ditch This Spring (And What to Replace Them With)

The Current Lending Environment is Squeezing Investors Real estate investors have always needed access to capital, but 2024 and beyond is proving to be a particularly difficult landscape. Banks are tightening their grip on credit, making it harder for investors to secure financing for both new property acquisitions and refinancing… Read more: Lending Lockdown: How Real Estate Investors Are Creating Their Own Capital Source

In the world of real estate investing, the importance of managing your cash flow and maintaining control over your financial resources cannot be overstated. Yet, many investors find themselves with wealth tied up in traditional investments and qualified retirement plans that often carry significant risks. These traditional vehicles are frequently… Read more: Taking Back The Banking Function

The world of real estate investing, where capital flow dictates growth and success, often puts investors at the mercy of banks, hard money lenders, and private money lenders. These financing avenues, although reliable, come with their unique set of drawbacks. Enter R. Nelson Nash’s concept of ‘Becoming Your Own Banker’,… Read more: Being Your Own Bank in Real Estate Investing

As real estate investors, we’re all too familiar with the challenges of securing capital. From navigating the ever-changing terms of lenders to facing exorbitant interest rates, the obstacles can feel endless. Add to that the frustration of opportunity costs—the returns we miss out on because our money is tied up… Read more: Breaking Free from Banks: How Real Estate Investors Can Control Their Financial Future

To understand the unique approach of the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC), it’s essential to first delve into the foundational practices of the modern U.S. banking system – particularly, fractional reserve banking. This system, where banks are required to keep only a fraction of their total deposits in reserve and are… Read more: From Fractional Banking to Freedom: How the Infinite Banking Concept Counters Conventional Banking Flaws

The Recent Banking Crisis The recent banking crisis, marked by the collapse of several major financial institutions, has been a wake-up call for investors worldwide. This crisis has unveiled a hard truth: the traditional banking system, often perceived as a bedrock of financial stability, can be incredibly fragile. Banks, even… Read more: The Infinite Banking Concept: A Safe Haven for Real Estate Investors

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission If you missed previous Lessons, go back and read that first HERE. Basic Understandings YOU “FINANCE’ everything you buy. You either pay interest to someone else or you give up interest you could have earned. CREATE AN ENTITY—… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 15.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission If you missed previous Lessons, go back and read that first HERE. Creating Your Own Banking System Through Dividend-Paying Whole Life Insurance (continued) In the previous lesson it should be obvious that this young man is paying $310.00… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 14.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission If you missed previous Lessons, go back and read that first HERE. Creating Your Own Banking System Through Dividend-Paying Whole Life Insurance (continued) Now, let’s go back to our scene on John Doe’s policy – he has had… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 13.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission If you missed previous Lessons, go back and read that first HERE. Creating Your Own Banking System Through Dividend-Paying Whole Life Insurance (continued) As a result of what you learned in lesson 11, the company now has an… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 12.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission If you missed previous Lessons, go back and read that first HERE. Creating Your Own Banking System Through Dividend-Paying Whole Life Insurance At this point it is worthwhile to remember that “you finance everything that you buy,” whether… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 11.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission Creating a Bank Like the Ones You Already Know About (Cont…) Continuing our study from lesson 9 of The First National Bank of Midland, TX, it is apparent from the report of the December issue of… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 10.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission Creating a Bank Like the Ones You Already Know About As in the grocery business that we discussed earlier, you must first study the banking business so that you have a firm grip on what it… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 9.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission The Problem (continued) There is an analogy from the airplane world that helps us to see the absurdity of what we saw in lesson 7 of how the average American handles his money. I’ve been a… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 8.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission The Problem Several years ago, I did a study on the spending habits of American families. The results are depicted in the graph on page 17 of the book. Since that time, I have kept an… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 7.

The Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) is a transformative financial strategy tailored for producers, actors, musicians and professionals within the music, film & entertainment industry, to build up their own privatized family banking system. The idea behind this concept is to replace the bank over time, and have the ability to… Read more: The Infinite Banking Concept for the Music & Entertainment Industry

Article by Jason K Powers In the tapestry of life’s responsibilities, there’s one thread that’s often overlooked until it’s keenly needed: life insurance. It’s not just a policy tucked away in a drawer or a line item on our list of grown-up concerns—it’s a profound expression of love and foresight.… Read more: The Quiet Protector: Life Insurance’s Role in Your Legacy

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission The Grocery Store (continued) Now we are going to face the complications at your grocery store. Let’s assume that you are a male, married, with children – where is your spouse going to shop – your… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 6.

Article by Jason K Powers The dynamic world of real estate offers myriad avenues for growth and profit. But as with all investments, funding and liquidity remain the lifeblood of success. Enter the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC).  At its core, the Infinite Banking Concept is about becoming one’s own banker.… Read more: The Synergy of Real Estate and Infinite Banking: A Summary Guide to Leveraging Whole Life Policies in Property Investment

In the rhythm of life, musicians face a unique financial melody, characterized by fluctuating incomes, unpredictable industry trends, and the perpetual challenge of balancing creative endeavors with financial stability. Amidst these nuances, the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) emerges as a resonant strategy, offering musicians a harmonized approach to financial freedom… Read more: Harmonizing Wealth: The Infinite Banking Concept for Musicians

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission The Grocery Store Continuing our exercise in imagination, I would like to put you into a business in which you are both a seller and a consumer of products. I pick the grocery business since everyone… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 5.

In the fast-paced world of TV and film, financial security and flexibility are as crucial as talent and creativity. The volatile nature of the industry, with its unpredictable project timelines and income streams, demands a financial strategy that not only grows with you but also provides a safety net for… Read more: Navigating Financial Freedom: The Infinite Banking Concept for TV & Film Professionals

Article by Jason K Powers In the world of personal finance, the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) emerges as a revolutionary strategy, empowering individuals to break free from traditional banking and investment institutions’ clutches. This concept, pioneered by R. Nelson Nash, is not just a financial strategy but a paradigm shift… Read more: Control The Banking Function

Article by Jason K. Powers Denver, the Mile-High City, is not only famous for its breathtaking landscapes but also for its flourishing real estate market. With a consistent influx of new residents and businesses, the city’s property scene promises lucrative returns. While real estate opportunities abound, having the right financial… Read more: Financial Harmony: Denver’s Real Estate Opportunities and the Infinite Banking Concept

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission IMAGINATION Albert Einstein said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.”  Coming from such a knowledgeable mind as his, this observation should have a lot of meaning to us. The Infinite Banking Concept is an exercise in… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 4.

In the world of acting, where the path to success is as unpredictable as it is exhilarating, financial stability can often seem like an elusive dream. Actors face unique financial challenges, including irregular income, the need for sudden investment in opportunities, and planning for the future in an industry known… Read more: Securing the Spotlight: Infinite Banking for Actors

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission We continue to learn how the Infinite Banking Concept got started. So far, you have heard only a part of my story. The beginning of my awakening was in November 1980 when our first grandchild was… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 3.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission Welcome back to lesson 2. It will probably be useful for you to understand just how this concept came into existence. We are all products of our prior understanding of things. First of all, my initial… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 2.

Written by R. Nelson Nash / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission Perhaps it was that eminent author, “Anonymous,” that made the observation, “If you take all the money in the world and divide it equally among all the people in the world, within ten years time 97%… Read more: Becoming Your Own Banker. Part I, Lesson 1.

In the realms of real estate investment and financial planning, successful practitioners have one common trait: a long-term perspective. This article aims to explore the intersection of long-range thinking in rental property investment and the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC), illuminating the parallels and potential synergy between these strategies. Investing in… Read more: The Long-Range Lens: A Dual-Strategy Approach for Real Estate Investors and the Infinite Banking Concept

Written by L. Carlos Lara / Originally published on infinitebanking.org / Used with permission Picture yourself having just recently returned from one of the most exciting vacations you have ever had. But you are home now and you begin reliving the trip’s experience. Suddenly you are unable to understand your… Read more: Privatized Banking: We All Need It

In this constantly evolving financial landscape, the buzz around cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology seems to be growing louder by the day. This brief article aims to shed light on these topics and their potential implications on our financial systems. Cryptocurrencies, led by the flag-bearer Bitcoin, have been in the spotlight… Read more: Deciphering the Buzz Around Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology

Article by Jason K Powers The recent banking crisis has demonstrated the vulnerability of traditional banking systems. Multiple banks have collapsed, leaving their customers stranded and financially devastated. In such a volatile environment, is it wise for real estate investors to trust their hard-earned money to these unstable institutions? There… Read more: A Safe Haven For Our Money

Take your real estate investing to another level by implementing this unique financial strategy! We’re not here to change your real estate strategy – we’re here to show you how by changing the flow of your money, you can create financial velocity, beyond real estate, that can last for generations!… Read more: BPM REIA Webinar | The Method. The Deal. The Legacy.

The Infinite Banking Concept (IBC) is a financial strategy that involves using Whole Life Insurance policies as a means to build wealth, create a tax-advantaged savings vehicle, and provide a source of financing for various personal and business needs. In the purest sense, and how Nelson Nash intended it, the… Read more: Whole Life & Index Universal Life

Planning for a child’s or your own college education can often seem overwhelming, with numerous options and decisions to make. Navigating the complexities of financing this significant investment in one’s future demands careful consideration and strategic planning. While the conventional approach often involves financing college through student loans, (which has… Read more: College Savings 529 Plans vs Whole Life Insurance

Article by Jason K Powers Inflation is the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services is rising and subsequently, purchasing power is falling. It can be caused by a variety of factors such as supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and increased demand for goods and… Read more: Hedging Against Inflation – An Infinite Banking Strategy

With several recent Silicon Valley bank failures and government rescues, how do you know that your wealth is protected? We are heading into unprecedented financial times. Learn how to think out of the box to profit from the change rather than be a victim of it. Listen now at Becoming… Read more: Christian Biz Owners On Fire Podcast with Christina M Weber, MS

With the recent banking collapses and bank runs, the world has been moving forward – eyes wide open – as to what will happen next. Join Economist Dr. Paul Mueller & Wealth Strategist Jason K. Powers as they discuss what happened with Silicon Valley Bank and others, why the Fed… Read more: Be Your Own Bank! A Boston REIA Special Webinar

In this timely webinar hosted by ICOR, Jason K. Powers, Olivia McGraw, and special guest, Dr. Paul Mueller speak to the current situation with the Silicon Valley Bank – and how this mess happened without any rules being broken. They’ll also speak more in depth on how banks function and… Read more: What is going on with the banks, and should I be concerned? An ICOR Special Webinar

If you are a Private or Hard Money Lender this webinar is for you! Your money works hard being loaned out, and you expect a safe return on your investments, but what is your money doing while it’s not out?   Is it growing? Is it safe?What if your money… Read more: <strong>Infinite Lending – Infinite Banking</strong>

In the book, “How Privatized Banking Really Works” (Lara & Murphy), “It is possible to salvage your household’s financial situation, despite the shackles put in place by powerful forces. But you don’t stand a chance if you allow these same forces to design your blueprint for escape…” We are in… Read more: Change Your Financial Trajectory

Article by Jason K Powers There is a thought process out there that, quite possibly, has limited the achievements of mankind more than any other, and it is dubbed, “The Arrival Syndrome.”  When I first heard about this, I think logically I knew that as just a human being, I… Read more: You Have Arrived.

Banking and Real Estate Investing have several crossovers. Banking is arguably the most important business in the world. Without it, everything comes full stop. Money moves every day from our bank accounts to other bank accounts – from those bank accounts to even larger bank accounts. Depositors bring in the… Read more: Banking and Real Estate Investing

Photographers are supposed to think outside the box, when it comes to creativity. Why can’t we think creatively when it comes to financing our equipment or saving for retirement? In this 1 hour webinar, I want to show you how you can set yourself up to build a financial legacy,… Read more: Photographers! Build Your Future, Fund Your Gear, Retire Ready

By changing the flow of your money, you can improve the financial trajectory of your Park! Join me to learn how YOU can be the bank. We understand that stability and assurance are hard to come by as a business owner, but this is your invitation to reevaluate the flow… Read more: Be Your Own Bank! An RV Park Owners Webinar

Nelson Nash, the man who coined the term Infinite Banking Concept, talks about 5 human problems, or psychological pitfalls, that we all must overcome in order to have a disciplined financial plan. Overcoming these pitfalls is paramount to not just surviving financially, but thriving.  The first human problem is what… Read more: Change The Way You Think

Over the years, I have met hundreds of real estate investors, and in talking with them, I’ve heard hundreds of reasons as to why they have gotten into the industry.  Great Wealth. Passive Income. Greed. To Support a Family. Replacing that 9-5 Job. Boredom. A Smart Investment. Diversification. Legacy. To… Read more: Generational Legacy