Financial Survival Network

Summary: Is there a financial crash in our future? Michael Markowski has predicted all three major crashes since 2007, and appears in this episode to tell us why we’re on the road to another. He makes a couple of significant predictions: a 69% decline from the peak to the trough for the S&P 500 and a third US Great Depression that will set in by the end of the year. Michael describes some of the ways in which the S&P 500 can go down by a minimum of 45% (which is required for a depression to occur) and that this decline can be anticipated by understanding investor psychology. Secular markets in particular condition investors to be either fearful or greedy, shifting attitudes towards risk. Michael discusses his company, AlphaTack, and their algorithm-backed strategies that introduce investors to hedge funds with the goal of “growing assets against the wind.” He explains how they integrate in-depth research and market data to provide solutions to investors, and names some sectors and allocation targets t

Summary: As the Fed prepares to raise interest rates at least 50 points higher, everyone is wondering what lies in store for housing, the economy, and our portfolios. Here to discuss this is Anthony Saccaro, financial expert and founder of Providence Financial & Insurance Services. The plan to continually hike up interest rates is designed to lower inflation to 2% or 3%, but this will inevitably fuel a recession. The length and depth of this recession ultimately depends on how much longer the battle for inflation goes, and low unemployment seems to be keeping inflation high. Tough times ahead imply that it is essential to reconsider investing strategies, and Anthony assures us that we can count on interest and dividends for now. Tune in for more information on what’s to come. Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Anthony Saccaro

Summary: If you’re looking for a great way to boost your portfolio, it’s worth learning about investing in international markets as a method of diversification. Invest Asian’s Managing Partner, Reid Kirchenbauer, comes on the show to talk about his experience navigating business in Southeast Asia, and what drove him to invest in this market. Relocating to Thailand at 18 years old, Reid earned his degree from one of the top universities in the area and entered the real estate market. He started out with buying a condo in Thailand, which he rented out, and later bought apartments in Cambodia and other countries throughout the region. Reid sees the growth potential within the Asian economy, and started Invest Asian to help foreign investors diversify into this region. Tune in to this episode for more insight. Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Invest Asian

Summary: Carl Delfeld joins us in this episode to discuss the ramifications of the Ukraine war to the US, Russia, and China, and its role in the ongoing struggle for power. The situation at hand has allowed China to rise up even more, and Carl contends that it will be easy for them to dominate Eurasia, as they are already a superpower in Asia to some degree. They are still facing their own challenges, however, specifically with the real estate market and accumulation of debt. Moreover, Carl says that the biggest mistake would be for the US to become complacent, and emphasizes the need for smart diplomacy moving forward. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Power Rivals: America and China's Superpower Struggle

Summary: Is there a universal formula for retirement planning? Brad Barrett comes on the show to talk about tailoring your retirement plan to your interests and goals, which is the premise of his recent book, Retire Right: Secure the Right Path to Your Retirement. Retirement planning entails considerations that are subjective amongst individuals, and Brad finds it helpful to start by assessing a client’s long term vision and behavioral financial DNA, or the psychology behind their finances. Furthermore, he explains that income and assets are a married concept, and highlights the importance of assets earning for you relative to your distribution rate. Tune in for more useful information about preparing for retirement.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Retire Right Book

Summary: Martin Armstrong joins us in this episode to give his perspective on what’s happening in the world—addressing topics like the war in Ukraine, gold, central bank currencies, cryptocurrency, and more. We discuss what’s in store for the war and whether there is an end in sight, noting the US’ tendency to get involved in endless wars with no strategic defense. Furthermore, Russell emphasizes that the market will eventually break to the upside, and that capital will move from the bond markets and into the private sector. Tune in to this episode for more expert insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network The Rise of the Neocons / Armstrong Economics

Summary: We received the latest Purchasing Managers’ Index report on Friday—which was anything but inspiring. Russell Stone comes on the show to talk about where these numbers come from and the motivation behind them.A deeper look into each of the economic trends makes it apparent that they are skewed towards optimism and distort the reality the situation. Russell points out that a lot of focus is placed on the sectors that are performing well, while the struggling sectors are somewhat ignored. This creates misdirection, and fails to shed light on the real problems at hand. With debt skyrocketing and nothing to back the US dollar, more and more countries pull away from our national currency. A precarious future awaits…Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Scranton Financial Group

Summary: Robert Keintz from Gold Silver Pros joins us in this episode to discuss to inflation, forged numbers, the war in Europe, and the numerous other factors contributing to the economic decline we’re currently facing. We’re in a short term economic deflationary cycle that is becoming visible in multiple areas, but housing affordability in the US is at an all-time low nonetheless. We’re headed into a recession sometime this year, which will wake people up to a lot of the problems that have persisted for over a decade and are finally coming to light. Meanwhile, the rest of the world is strengthening their own systems and currencies to prepare for what’s to come in the US economy. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Gold Silver Pros

Summary: I sit down and chat with Michael Moor to address the uncertainty of the markets—which have been all over the place recently. We go over a series of charts, starting with energy; Natgas hit a bottom and is now heading up. And it looks as if oil could be heading lower for a while. Michael points out the three different time frames of biases, and explains why the bearish bias is on a hold at the moment. We should receive clarity on the direction of the trend within the next couple of weeks, and it’s important to be aware of what the cracks are doing. Furthermore, Michael offers some strategies for gold, and he advises picking certain spots to buy against and pay for your trade. Ultimately, looking at the market on a daily/weekly basis is the only way to to truly understand where your risk is. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Moor Analytics

Summary: Marco Dondi appeared on the show a year ago to discuss his book, Outgrowing Capitalism, which suggests a re-consideration of the financial system and money allocation for smoother transitions within the global economy. Since we last spoke to him, a lot has taken place, but there has been very little change with regard to how monetary policy is conducted. We have officially hit the ceiling of money creation that our economy can sustain, and one burning question determines what comes next: How do we pull back? Tune in to this episode to find out.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Outgrowing Capitalism Outgrowing Capitalism Book

Summary: Despite news about about mass layoffs and declining job numbers, we still saw a stellar labor report last month. What can we gather from these manipulated statistics? Gordon T. Long joins us in this episode to shed some light on the confusing circumstances—consisting of employment numbers so large that feelings about whether or not the Fed was going to pivot (and how soon) reversed entirely. It’s clear that they’re pushing a false narrative, and despite big goals to lower inflation, we will be lucky to get it down to 4%. Furthermore, economic factors such as globalization, financialization, and mercantilism have all endured massive changes—priming us for an era of stagnation. Tune in for more expert insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network MATASII MATASII Newsletter for This Week MATASII Free Newsletter Sign-Up MATASII 2023 Thesis Paper

Summary: If you’re looking for a great real estate investment opportunity, this episode’s guest is worth checking out. Jon Jasniak is a successful land investor and entrepreneur that buys, sells, and flips land for a profit. He is based in Texas and primarily does it himself, but he has students all over and offers numerous resources to educate people on land investing. Even in the current market, Jon notes the great demand for raw land outside city limits, and sources an abundance of deals online. Tune in to hear more about this profitable venture and Jon’s real estate insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Jon Jasniak

Summary: Is the inflation scare over, or has the true scare yet to come? John Rubino joins me in this episode to discuss numerous factors that allude to the worsening of inflation before anything remotely positive takes place. The economy needs to roll over in order for the Fed to go back to easing; in this case, a good jobs report and housing report promote further tightening. This is bad news all across the board because we’ve already tightened enough to trigger a recession—with the effects are showing in the housing industry, automotive industry, and many other areas. Will we ever escape the feedback loop that ends in disaster? Tune in to find out.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network John Rubino Substack

Summary: Does the government want to solve the inflation problem, or do they need it to stay this way for a bit? Eddy Gifford comes on the show to discuss this topic, and points out the contradictory effects in place. Powell has stated that their primary goal is to fix inflation, but interest rates keep going up. This means that the stock market could roll over and push up the cost of housing—which is one of the primary indicators in the CPI. Interest rates are ultimately defeating ht purpose of what they’re trying to accomplish, and thus, it’s important to protect yourself during this time. Eddy recommends having a proactive investment strategy and paying off debts. In addition, investors should look towards treasuries and annuities to prioritize liquidity in particular. Tune in for more expert insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Tactive Wealth - Eddy Gifford

Summary: Dennis Tubbergen—and Austrian School of Economics Devotee, Retirement Planner, and prolific Author—joins us in this episode to discuss why planning for retirement today is different than it was during your parents’ generation. Changes in the economy over many years demand a strategic shift, and Dennis came up with revenue sourcing to reflect patterns within currency and the broader economy. He suggests designing an income map that accounts for how much you’ll need during retirement, and owning a bucket of assets linked to something tangible that will perform well in an inflationary environment. Tune in for more information on effectively planning your retirement.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Retirement Lifestyle Advocates Revenue Sourcing Book

Summary: Where are precious metals prices heading, and will they have any effect on the junior mining sector? David Erfle comes on the show to talk about the current frustration in the sector, which is unsurprising when we account for past, present, and future factors shaping the metals industry. Gold price went up $350 in 3 months after a false breakdown, and made a 55% move over 4 months in the stocks. In addition, we’re seeing merging and acquisition as well as the return to gold amid destruction of the global economic system. It seems that gold always does what it should, but never when we expect it to, so it’s crucial to be ready when the correction finally comes to an end. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Junior Miner Junky

Summary: Not more than two weeks after we last spoke with Chris Simmons, the author of Castro’s Nemesis, one of the Cuban spies he helped catch was released from prison. After serving 20 years, the Pentagon and Justice Department were focused on getting this spy a plea agreement, and she pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit espionage. Cooperation was difficult to foster in the early stages of interrogation, but through various strategies, their expert team was able to gradually gather information. Furthermore, Chris talks about international relations, and differing views amongst nations regarding what espionage comprises. Tune in for more insight from a master spycatcher.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Castro's Nemesis Book

Summary: The shifting markets have caused many to closely evaluate their portfolio strategies for the year. Why should you keep buying mining stocks? Economic historian Bob Hoye appears in this episode to discuss the potential in the mining sector in light of a study evaluating the gold divided by commodity index and declining mining costs. Bob emphasizes that, with a bear market, it’s best to clear out declining stocks and wait for opportunities to come—and it looks like there are great opportunities ahead for gold. Tune in for more valuable insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Charts and Markets

Summary: Will the January effect carry through to February? It looks like the trend has run its course, but Chris Vermeulen comes on the show to talk about what’s in store for the rest of the year—including a possible rebound in the coming months. Growth stocks are performing better with a significant amount of money flowing into them, and we’re seeing what Chris calls a “complacency rally.” There’s been a lot of pressure on gold, silver, and miners as the US dollar starts to rally, and growth stocks are holding up despite fear in the market. Interest rate hikes will continue, but Chris says that we could see everything come full circle by the end of the year. If we can survive the dip and avoid panicking at the.bottom, we might just have a decent year. Tune in for more insight.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network The Technical Traders

Summary: Are you looking for a passive investing opportunity with lots of advantages and few risks? If so, you’ll definitely want to tune in to this episode featuring Whitney Elkins-Hutten, the director of investor education at PassiveInvesting.com. Whitney defines passive investing as investing in assets that produce a stabilized monthly/quarterly cash flow and provide diversification to the portfolio. In essence, you’re not trading time for cash flow; you make the investment once and monitor it from there—which is why passive investing is a great opportunity for busier individuals that want to generate another stream of income. Since 2018, Whitney’s team has exited 8 multi-family deals, and their distributions get paid out monthly or quarterly. She explains that are some risks at play—with the potential to lose capital or suspend cash flow—but they have strategies to mitigate this risk and ensure great returns on your investment. Tune in for more information.  Useful Links: Financial Survival Network Passiv