Financial Survival Network

Summary: Is the banking crisis going to spread, and how will it affect your finances? Financial expert Edward Siddell comes on the show to dive into this topic, and we address the underlying question at hand: are we going to see a cascading collapse of the banking system, or will the central banks step in and print to infinity? It looks as if we’re on the path to experiencing both of these phenomena, and it’s going to get ugly before it gets better. We need to establish a growing, thriving economy—not one that is based on trade deficits—in order to propel in the right direction. Tune in to this episode to hear the entire discussion. Useful Links: Financial Survival Network EGSI Financial

Summary: The raging bull on uranium since the introduction of the ETF has been a catalyst for driving uranium prices higher. Here to talk specifically on this sector is Justin Huhn, the Proprietor of Uranium Insider, who comes on the show to discuss where things are headed. Justin describes learning about the Uranium thesis through a podcast back in 2016; he was intrigued by the performance of the previous bull market and investors’ success, and more significantly, the prospect of something like this happening again. What happened next was the transition from a simple supply and demand story to a nuclear renaissance of sorts, with the gradual re-introduction of nuclear reactors occurring in several parts of the world. Justin explains how this trend will likely expand, and how our energy philosophy is developing as a result. Tune in for more valuable insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Uranium Insider

Summary: How do you make money in today’s markets? Is there a particular trading methodology or system that you can use to outperform the markets? This episode follows the journey of Anmol Singh through his career as a trader as he recalls what is what like starting out in the markets, and how he got to where he is today. He was struggling in the search for a job/internship towards the end of his undergraduate career, and began educating himself on trading—reading literature, watching videos, and eventually seeking out a mentor that he went to work for. His prop firm experience allowed him to make mistakes early on; with good risk parameters in place and smaller amounts of money to trade, Anmol had about 2-3 years of real trial and error before he was able to start making a living off of trading. He has now been trading for 13 years, and founded Live Traders to inform aspiring traders and provide them with the tools for success. We cover some trading fails, what makes a good Live Traders student, and the impo

Summary: Retirement mentor Dennis Miller joins us in this episode with a message targeted towards those who may be wondering how and if they can retire in these conditions. He traces back to late 1999 when banks and brokerage firms merged, and how the great consolidation of banking has continued to affect the economy to this day. With a extra money in the system and rampant inflation, many have had to reconsider their future plans for retirement, and many already-retired individuals have re-joined the workforce. In the face of economic uncertainty and constant change, there are a few ways to preserve your buying power and protect yourself from inflation, and Dennis provides some insight on this. Tune in for more retirement strategy tips that account for where the economy is headed.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Miller On The Money

Summary: Tax time is rapidly approaching and we’re all looking for ways to keep more of our money. Thankfully, this episode’s guest is an expert in this and is here to talk about some of the best tax strategies in the game. Shauna Wekherlien, known as the Tax Goddess to her clients, is part of the 1% of CPAs in the country that is certified in tax strategy, meaning that she is the person to talk to if you want to save big money. Shauna says that there are a couple of avoidable mistakes people make when trying to cut down their taxes: they may consult a CPA that does not have the required strategic expertise, or they consult an expert about strategy after the year is over. 98% of the most effective strategies need to be performed within the year, so it’s crucial to speak to the right individual early on. Shauna shares some of her favorite strategies and explains how/why they work; she also dives into some methods that you may have not considered or did not think feasible. Be sure to tune into this episode for

Summary: Grant Norwood comes on the show to give his take on the state of the oil patch, and it looks like the shale era is coming to an end—for oil, at least. We discuss the progression towards an electrified fuel economy that has everyone wondering how long the transition would take, and if this could sustain future energy needs. Grant talks about the current difficulties with acquiring funding for reserves, and says that we would need to take at least half the cars off the road that use fossil fuels to position ourselves for a better future. We also discuss where oil prices are headed, and Grant provides predictions based on government policy, the lack of new supply and companies shutting down. Tune in for more valuable insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Norwood Energy

Summary: How do you make the Fed work for you instead of against you? Dr. Larry Marsh, professor of Economics at the University of Notre Dame, appears in this episode to discuss this topic. Drawing from the subject matter of his latest book, Optimal Money Flow, Dr. Marsh emphasizes the importance of being a long time player in the stock market—explaining how average yearly stock market growth factors into the profitability of ETFs over many years. Moreover, a mentality of frugality allows one to secure future financial stability rather than fleeting wins. Dr. Marsh highlights multiple key takeaways from his book, such as the appropriate level of government involvement within the broader economy and how to gauge investment decisions based on the circumstances. Tune in for more valuable insight, and use the link below to purchase a copy of Optimal Money Flow. Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Optimal Money Flow

Summary: The secondary market for mortgages is gaining a lot of attention, and Abby Shemesh, the Co-Founder and Chief Acquisitions Officer of Amerinote Xchange, joins us in this episode to discuss note buying and the opportunities in this sector with relevance to the current economy. Abby started his career in originations—the primary mortgage market—and learned about the secondary market as the company he was with started to expand across the East coast. He made the full transition to this market in 2006, founding Amerinote Xchange, and hasn’t looked back since. This market became saturated in 2008 when more people started to discover secondary strategy; today, Abby says that they are now experiencing tremendous activity that they haven’t seen in 14 years. They expect to see increased owner financing—accounting for the lag from the time that interest rates go up—and predict that a lot of the notes created in 2023 will hit the market around this time next year. Furthermore, Abby dives into the note buying/sel

Summary: There are a lot of different ways to invest in real estate, and previous guests on FSN have elaborated upon the storage industry as it becomes more prominent. Travis Baucom appears in this episode to talk about his experience within storage, and it started a few years back when he decided he wanted to increase his wealth and invest in something less risky and less involved. After years of buying foreclosures and flipping hundreds of properties, he was ready for a different niche within real estate: storage facilities. After doing some research, it quickly became clear that self storage had some of the best cash flow in comparison to other asset classes. Travis and another broker ended up purchasing a facility together, and have been operating a very successful business since then. Travis touches on some of the variables that contribute to cost minimization, as well as the future of self storage business models. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Balcomie Capital

Summary: All successful leaders have one thing in common: a Great Aunt Edna. Mac McNeil— an author, former Military Intelligence Analyst, and leader in business—appears in this episode to talk about the ‘E.D.N.A.’ philosophy and why it is foundational to leadership. Mac was, in fact, inspired by his real Aunt Edna, but the acronym symbolizes a Leadership culture of Excellence, Doing Things the Right Way, No Shortcuts, and Accountability. The purpose of EDNA is to make people think about the culture they are fostering when managing others. As a leader, you may have moments where you are “in the wilderness,” or alone in your pursuit, but these moments can help you solidify your ‘why’ and grow stronger. Mac highlights how it looks to have an opportunity mindset—positioning clients for a successful future—and discusses the spirit of excellence that himself and his colleagues uphold. Tune in for more amazing insight from a key thought leader, and use the link below to pre-order Mac’s book.  Useful Links: Financial

Summary: What do we do about the the negative mindset surrounding money and bad spending habits we inherit from previous generations? Bestselling author, coach, and mentor to numerous Fortune 500 executives—Judy Wilkins-Smith—appears in this episode to address breaking free from financial patterns that weave throughout families and society at large. When you begin to look at your thoughts, feelings, and actions around money, and the events in your life that have influenced your concept of personal finances, you can understand some of the unresolved patterns that are blocking you from reaching your goals. Not only do our personal lives and familial perceptions of money influence these thoughts; global events can also trigger meta-patterns that control how we act and react around money. Judy emphasizes that money isn’t a commodity; it’s a relationship, and a positive relationship with money can enable us to serve humanity in a valuable way and experience true freedom. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Fi

Summary: The war, the breakdown of international supply chains, and de-globalization coupled with the lasting effects of the pandemic shutdowns have made for a complex financial reality. Here to discuss this is precious metals analyst and speculator Lobo Tiggre, who emphasizes the value of the precious metals amid the downfall of dollar supremacy. Underneath the guise of optimism and reassurance is the bitter truth that, no matter how careful you are about the bank you use, there is always inherent currency risk. Is there any method that guarantees the safety of your money? Tune in to find out.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Independent Speculator

Summary: If you have a large balance in your IRA account, Craig Wear is the person you want to hear from. He joins us in this episode to talk about how he got into retirement investing, and the important lessons he learned about Roth conversions that he uses to guide IRA millionaires through their finances. He emphasizes that timing is key, and that one must get to a higher tax bracket, convert over a smaller period of time, and convert in greater dollar amounts than they are likely comfortable with in order to get the real tax benefits. Since this is not a one-size-fits-all strategy, it’s important to work with someone who is specialized in this niche are of tax advising to determine your personal needs and the most effective approach. Tune in for more information, and use the link below to download Craig’s free ebook.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Free Seminar from Craig Wear Craig Wear

Summary: The CPI report, interest rate hikes and cuts, and the banking crisis are all at the forefront of our attention. With these factors at play and the odds of a recession increasing, what can we expect for the near future of inflation? James Locke comes on the show to talk about this, and emphasizes that the Federal Reserve’s desired soft landing will be hard to come by. Based on the Producer Price Index, the Fed is bringing inflation down, but there are still a number of things that need to take place in order for the situation to improve. Tune in for more expert insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Poole Locke Associates

Summary: John Rubino joins us in this episode to unpack the emerging banking crisis, which has become extremely prevalent recently. Last month, Jim Cramer said that Silicon Valley Bank was the pick of the decade, and this week, it ceases to exist. The same is true for Signature Bank, which was the only other bank that went bankrupt this week—making that two failed picks from Jim Cramer in the span of a year. It seems that the banks’ delayed reactions to yield curve inversion have created confusion and misleading outlooks on the economy. The yield curve inversion did not hurt the banks immediately, but we are now at the point of inversion where it does start to hurt the banks. Furthermore, even if a capitulation comes sooner rather than later, we will still see a recession this year—dissolving the illusion that we’ve been living under for so long. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network John Rubino Substack

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Summary: Banks blowing up have made for a crazy last couple of days on Wall Street. How are these circumstances going to affect the broader market? Avi Gilburt comes on the show to talk about what is happening with regard to the bank situation; last week, the market gave us a nice setup for a decline to the 3800 region, and things could go in multiple directions. The banking sector has been looking unhealthy for a few years now, and Avi predicts that a lot of banks are going to continue to face major problems—especially the bigger ones. How we handle the floor and resistance in the next week will give us some more insight about how the market is going to react over the coming weeks and months, so stay tuned for what’s to come.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Elliott Wave Trader

Summary: Working with turnarounds can be one of the most profitable and satisfying activities, and a major proponent of turnaround opportunities comes on the show to speak in depth about how this process works. During the pandemic, John Paul Mendocha decided to use his experience in the turnaround business to start teaching individuals about this pursuit. His company, Turnaround Engine Network, helps entrepreneurial-minded individuals learn how to find turnaround opportunities and implement strategies to execute on these opportunities. They are creating a network of people that know what to look for and how to look for it, and more importantly, are willing to put in the work that it takes to successfully rescue/revamp a business. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Turnaround Engine Network John Paul Mendocha

Summary: On FSN, we’re always interested in hearing about investing alternatives, and the focal point for this episode is wine and spirits. Fine wines have historically out-performed many indices over the years, and the last few years have been no exception—yielding returns in the double digits. OenoGroup’s Managing Partner, Maxwell Nee, comes on the show to talk about this sector and how he came to realize the potential within it. Learning about the pricing of spirits and how wine and whisky appreciate with age drove Maxwell to enter the business, and he helps other people invest in this sector. We discuss financial models, the best up and coming markets for wines, and factors that have significant control over a wine/spirit’s price. Tune in for more insight on this fascinating investing opportunity from an expert in the field.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Maxwell Nee OenoGroup

Summary: Interest rates continue to go up, and the Fed is promising another 50 basis point hike. How is this affecting the real estate market, and is real estate still the place to be? Here to tackle this topic is Real Estate Investor James Dainard, who sheds light on the ways that the Fed rate hikes have impacted real estate in the Pacific Northwest. Higher interest rates have slowed down the disposition, creating more expenses, and have greatly affected the value of flipped homes—especially in the beginning. James says that, although we have yet to see the end of rate increases, there is always a way to make a return in real estate. Transitions in the market unveil opportunities in different places, and James discusses some of these. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network James Dainard