Financial Survival Network

We were joined by Tier One Silver’s CEO/President Peter Dembicki and SVP of Exploration Christian Rios for a sponsor update. The company is resuming its exploration program as the Peruvian rainy season has ended. The Phase one results at the Curibaya project were quite impressive. CEO Dembicki observed that, “… the company is at the start of a major silver discovery.” The company hit bonanza and high-grade silver in a number of drill holes. Exciting as these discoveries were, there’s every indication that a large copper porphyry deposit is lurking. To aid its efforts, the company brought in two world-class consultants to review the drill results and set the course for Phase two of the program. SVP Rios has laid out a strategy of doing more surface sampling to better develop future drill targets.   The company is also moving forward with its Hurricane Silver project and will be conducting geochemical and geophysical surveys at the Magdalena target area, where five mineralized vein corridors were identified wit

Summary: Energy prices have skyrocketed. Who is to blame, and are they going to improve? Jeff Petrash, a lifelong participant in the energy system, chats with me in this episode about natural gas and its centrality to today’s energy usage. Current natural gas prices are the product of multiple factors, including the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. This energy source must be understood from the perspective of supply and demand, and its infrastructure. Tune in for more expert insight. Highlights: -Natural gas has been doing nothing but going up, and is in the midst of a parabolic move—having a profound effect on the economy -Natural gas has become more important to the economy over the past 20-30 years than petroleum -Current natural gas prices are attributed to the war in Ukraine and the pandemic -During the pandemic, demand for natural gas lowered, so production was decreased -The demand has come back, but production cannot ramp up again quickly -The economist will say that the cure to high prices is high pr

Summary: New York Times bestselling author Sam Liebman sits down and chats with me about real estate; specifically, the we discuss the valuation of office buildings, which is rapidly decreasing. This is largely attributed to the pandemic. Many tenants stopped paying rent, and Sam predicts that valuation of office buildings will soon be lower than mortgage. With less people going back to work, this sector of real estate is looking barren. Tune in for more information. Highlights: -Interest rates have gone through the roof -The real problem is the technology regarding the effects on office buildings and retail -You don’t have to live in the city to do business in the city anymore -Manhattan office buildings are only 40% occupied—which is terrible for the valuation of real estate -During the pandemic, tenants were not paying rent -Soon, valuation will be lower than mortgage -We are probably going to see an avalanche of foreclosures. -Rents are going up, but so are operating expenses (i.e. insurance) -Governance

Summary: Author John D. Kuhns, an expert on Bougainville and the mining aspect, comes on the show to discuss the next big conflict that the US will have to face with China. Bougainville is going to become the newest nation, and its mining reserves approximate $100 million. In order to re-develop the mine, they’re going to need help financially and technologically. Tune in to hear what’s to come with Bougainville, the US and China, and the mining sector. Additionally, if you’re interested in John D. Kuhns’ They Call Me Ishmael, you can find it via the link to Amazon below. Highlights: -Bouganville is on the front line of what is expected to be the predominant conflict the US will face over the next decade—the conflict with China -Its reserves approximate $100 million -There is a lot of mining, but also a lot of poverty in this area -Bougainville is going to become the newest nation -Their constitution differs from that of Papa New Guinea -Bougainville’s mining/resource rules parallel the ones in the US -They n

Summary: There’s a major storm hitting financial markets across the globe. How do you use this as an opportunity rather than fearing it? I sit down and chat with Mariusz Skonieczny, and we focus on the destruction that needs to happen in order for the economy to ever be able to heal. Trying to indefinitely put off economic pain never works. At the end of the day, we have to face things like recession to move forward, which entails fixing the supply chain and lowering prices. Tune in for more insight. Highlights: -This looks like a genuine bear market—many people out there investing have never experienced a bear -It’s a matter of who is going to survive the storm -We’re experiencing creative destruction; recessions often cleanse the economy, allowing it to heal -Trying to put off economic pain indefinitely never works -As the economy has progressed, there seems to be a belief that we can prevent recessions, but these are inevitable -Look for companies that provide a solution and are useful to society -The econ

Summary: I sit down and chat with Gerald Celente to go over some of the major problems in the US at the moment that could prevent us from future prosperity. He suggests that there is a need for freedom and justice—and unity above all—so that we can thrive as one nation. Additionally, we’ve been seeing many shifts in work environments, which in turn affects the real estate industry. Tune in for more perspective on US economic and governmental matters, and changes we hope to see in the near future. Highlights: -Gerald has an event coming up on July 23rd—it’s a peace and freedom rally that is free to the public -Gerald thinks we need to start a new party and unite for freedom and justice; otherwise, we risk losing power as a nation entirely -The concept of working from home is liberating to a lot of people—especially if you have kids to take care of at home -This trend will probably extend into education, which could help increase the quality of education -On the other hand, working from home damages the office

Summary: In this episode, we talk about the blockbuster supreme court case—the New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Bruin. This is a debate that goes beyond re-affirming 2nd amendment rights, and implies that virtually anyone can get a weapon. In the midst of tragedies as a result of gun violence and shifting views around guns, it is an important conversation to have time and time again. Tune in for more insight. Highlights: -This case goes beyond re-affirming 2nd amendment rights; it implies that virtually anyone can get a weapon -This amendment acknowledges rights that already exist; the second amendment expresses that you can bear arms at all times—not just in your home -There are a few regulatory schemes -You think courts are going to rule one way, but they often surprise you -It’s going to be a lot easier to get a gun and carry a gun Useful Links: Financial Survival Network

Summary: Markets are making a recovery; is it short lived, or is the danger trade still on? I sit down and chat with Dutch Masters from Carnivore Trading to talk about what to expect in the near future of the markets. We discuss what sides of the markets to anticipate, as well as particular stocks to pay attention to as time goes on. Tune in for more insight. Highlights: -We’re seeing many stocks still in a down trend—they’re trying to break out of this trend, but haven’t done it yet -We’re having to be selective and find special options -Elon Musk seems to be negotiating the price of Twitter; this may be profitable sector for people who are well versed in options -It’s not a matter of if he’ll buy it, but a matter of what the price will be -60% of our capital is defensive in inverse ETFs—playing the short side of the market -It always takes longer for real estate/home builders to adjust their price; this market takes a while to come around and reflect the true pricing going on -Dutch gives a list of stocks t

Summary: CC Lagator comes on the show to present a better method of trading—allowing investors to get better options for trade. One has to have a strong command of probability calculations to be successful in this industry, and Lagator’s company—Options AI—provides the resources to get involved in options. To learn about this profitable area of the market, be sure to tune in to this episode. Highlights: -There’s been a ton of market volatility, and it’s difficult to make money in these markets -The math for trading options is difficult -Options aren’t like equity or stock—there are hundreds of strikes in each stock -There is an options market maker on the other side when you place an options order -You have to look at the platforms themselves and the offerings of retail brokerage -At Options AI, about 75% of order flow is multi-leg options -You can theoretically make money with a market going sideways -The esoteric language around the industry almost seems intentional; it is a gate-kept industry that not all

Summary: In this interview I speak with Aaron Rubin, who specializes in tax and stock options. As a member of Werba Rubin Papier Wealth Management, he has a number of tips for minimizing eventual tax burden, and strategies for public and private entities. Be sure to tune in for insider information on options, especially if you want to save on taxes in the future. Highlights: -We recently heard about Elon Musk—with options in Tesla coming up. He exercised the options, which is taxable -Musk is probably sitting on some incentive stock options -Non-qualified stock reflects a difference on your tax return -It increases your ability to exercise incentive stock options for no tax at all -When you have an opportunity to sell stock, what stock do you sell? It’s important to look at what gets taxed -When something out of the ordinary happens, there’s a chance that there’s a great opportunity ahead -With public charities, you get the most bang for your buck -Private foundations have their own set of rules -If you know

Japan's central bank loses control of interest rates. Is this the future of the US and Europe? Cryptos are stabilizing, but other defaults are looming so the carnage might not be over.  Energy markets in turmoil -- Germany is rationing gasoline and reactivating old coal plants to offset the lack of Russian gas.  Heat waves are disrupting the US south.and midwest.s electric grids and killing homeless people and livestock. Another reason to expect food shortages and higher prices next year.  Electricity rates are set to double. Here’s why. Tesla raises prices again and again. Commodity price increases are being passed on to consumers which will have a huge negative effect on politics and the upcoming elections.

Summary: In this FSN interview, I chat with German blockchain expert Sergej Kunz—the co-founder of 1inch network—to unpack the latest happenings in cryptocurrency. We specifically focus our topic of conversation on NFTs, and discuss some of the various uses of these digital assets. They are digital works of art, but crypto experts are exploring how they could be used as passports, and for the tokenization of real assets such as apartments. Tune in for insight from a knowledgable figure who is helping to pave the future of tech and finance. Highlights: -The price of Bitcoin is at $20800 -The chart of Bitcoin for the year is nothing but red, and in the five year span it’s higher -The blockchain will continue on, but there are still problems to solve with it -This is the future—technology will be used more and more to exchange currency -NFTs can be used in different ways; they are like art -NFTs can also be used as a digital passport -It’s important to be able to prove that a wallet is owned by you -You can also

Summary: Regardless of what the Fed does in terms of rates, we are going to face inflation for years to come. To analyze some of the consequences of the intense money supply increase, I chat with Miles Franklin CEO, Andy Shectman. Whether rates are increased or not, we find ourselves at a stalemate—the two possible outcomes being depression and hyperinflation. With the fragility of our currency, it becomes particularly important now to diversify your assets and invest in the precious metals. To learn more about the advantages of the metals—especially in the current circumstances—be sure to tune in to this episode. Highlights: -Mortgages are up over 6% on 30 year fixed mortgages -Regardless of what the Fed does, we’re going to have inflation for years to come -Gasoline and food aren’t included in the CPI -If they raise rates, it’s death by depression, but if they don’t raise rates, it’s death by hyperinflation -Electricity rates are going to double in the next 18 months -As rates rise, the everything bubble ha

Summary: Today’s episode is crucial for parents and grandparents looking to contribute to the financial literacy of future generations. Paige Afendoulis is releasing a book titled My Dad’s Class that addresses strategies for educating our children on smart spending, saving, and investing. Drawing from firsthand experience, she emphasizes the importance of implementing simple and consistent lessons about money at an early age, which can set your child up for later success. Tune in for more tips, and for an inside look at the premise of Paige’s book. Highlights: -Paige has a book coming out about financial education for children titled My Dad’s Class -She learned at a very early age about the importance of learning about banking, investing, and credit -Starting children early and establishing consistency with banking and accounting is crucial. Practicing these things often is key -It’s important to have frequent conversations about finances, and to have kids be involved in family budgeting -Distinguishing betwe

Summary: In this episode, I chat with Joe Robert—Founder and CEO of Robert Ventures—about digital assets and the prevalence of technology in business. As companies become increasingly geared towards tech as a means of efficiency, our global economy is experiencing a similar shift. The real question is, how do we to trust an asset wherein its value exists in the medium of the web and lacks a predictable progression? Tune in for Joe’s take on these considerations that must be acknowledged in the digital age of economics. Highlights: -As of Monday, the 500 wealthiest people in the world lost $206 billion -The world cannot survive without the rich -Joe is primarily invested in digital assets (i.e. cryptos) -Over the last decade, he has noticed the prevalence of technology in business; many companies are geared towards tech -Software helps create things that are more efficient, removing the middle men from the equation -To validate the worth of your NFT, you have to have confidence in the way it is backed by the b

Summary: How do we survive the carnage in the markets? Alejandro Szita urges us to turn to real estate, which behaves differently than many other investments and has potentially promising outcomes in our tumultuous economy. Commodity prices going up allude to future home values going up, which makes real estate a sector worth exploring and investing in. Tune in for more expert insight. Highlights: -It’s the day after carnage in Wall Street. The question is, how do we survive this? -Peak inflation is not here, but rather, it is down the road -Is real estate a hedge against inflation, or is it just like any other investment? -The real estate market has confusing signals; it is driven by demand and interest rate -Increasing rates have had an interesting effect on real estate -On a large loan, 2% makes a huge difference -In California, governments have been restricting the supply of homes; officials have varying intentions -Housing doesn’t behave the same in every county—each market is local -It’s important to fo

Summary: Markets are still down after a turbulent Monday, which leaves us with a lot of questions. Is the Fed going to do what they say, or will they be forced to back off? I have David Stryzewski on the show to discuss the Fed’s potential decisions in consideration of inflation and the markets. David emphasizes the importance of investment strategy amidst economic uncertainties, so be sure to listen to this episode for some valuable perspective. Highlights: -Inflation is at forty year record highs -The Fed now has to raise rates even more -Our economy is strongly based upon the housing market; housing is a lagging indicator of our economy’s direction -A lot of the numbers we’re getting are 90 days in the rearview -Hotter markets are seeing the benefits of the great migration -Is this a better time or worse time for foreign treasuries to start purchasing US real estate? This puts the United States on sale for the rest of the world -Look at buying cryptocurrency as purchasing technology, or an algorithm -The w

Summary: Regardless of what asset you own, everything is getting sold today. I have Craig Hemke on the show to discuss this phenomenon, as everyone is beginning to exit the markets in a panic. The damage being done is nothing we will bounce back from immediately. Is there still hope? Tune in to this episode for more expert insight. Highlights: -If there’s a bid he can sell into, Craig’s first choice is to sell -The bond market is selling off almost uncontrollably at this point -The Japanese Yen is imploding -The damage that’s being done to people’s wealth and the economy does not simply turn around -Wages aren’t keeping up, even with the understated inflation -A reset is coming -With the current state of resource, you can’t assume everything is always going to be there Useful Links: Financial Survival Network TF Metals Report

Summary: In consideration of the markets getting slaughtered, where is the best place to put your money? Toni Patillo comes on the show to talk about the real estate market, as the primary constant in today’s economy is real property. In order to be successful in real estate, however, it’s crucial to understand where you’re investing, and where this particular area within the market is headed. Tune in for more insight. Highlights: -There is a discrepancy about where true wealth comes from; is there a way to reconcile the two sides? =There are always fluctuations in the market, and the one constant is real property -In light of the record gains we’ve seen in real estate prices over the last three years, there have been unsustainable high prices and increasing rents/mortgages. The real estate sector is bound for carnage -If you’re just getting into real estate investing, do you stay the course? -Many people are waiting for prices to come down, but it doesn’t look like this will happen any time soon -It’s all ab

Summary: The dollar isn’t doing too well under our democratic presidency. With that in mind, it’s important to think about inflation and how this dictates the future of many commodities. Here to talk about this is Eric Hadik from INSIIDE Track Trading, and he provides a technical analysis of commodities—specifically in regard to how they will pan out later this year. Tune in to hear why commodity price inflation will most likely have a significant top in Q3, and other predictions that will help prepare you for what’s to come. Highlights: -Over 2 years ago, it was said that the dollar does better when democrats are in office, but the case seems to be different today -A governing Republican philosophy is that a lower dollar is better (increases exports) -During the Reagan administration, a strong dollar hurt some of the American economy -Eric’s predictions in 2016 about a top in the dollar led him to believe that a republican was going to be in office -From a commodity price inflation perspective (i.e. grains,