Infinite Banking Mastery

You like the idea of IBC, but you're wondering if you really have the money it takes to get started.

You're not alone! It's normal for clients to wonder if they can really afford this, and how much they need to get started. That's why in today's episode I'm going to help you understand why I advise the funding levels that I do.

I'll also explain why your exact number won't be the same as somebody else's, and why that's a good thing!

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Show highlights include:

• Counterintuitive reason you should always aim for the high end of your budget range. (1:14)
• The one question you need to ask to know the right level for you. (1:25)
• What IBC rookies misunderstand about borrowing and the death benefit. (2:11)
• What a coffee stand can teach you about IBC. (3:25)
• Tight budget? Try looking in these places to find the funds you need for your premium. (7:19)
• Unexpected (and costly) headaches if you try to go UP in premium after you've started your policy. (9:11)
• How to use term life insurance to maximize IBC…and you won't need any extra underwriting! (10:43)

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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One of the things we love about IBC is that you can set up a system to BYOB–"Be Your Own Banker" and essentially borrow money "from yourself"…at far lower rates than conventional banks offer.

And while repaying these loans comes with LOTS of flexibility, for best results you do want to get them repaid.

That's why today I'm talking about ways to do that without burdening yourself with payments, and without giving yourself an accounting nightmare.

I'll also share an additional option that lets you leverage your existing bank account to repay your loans in a timely and effective way.

Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• Amazing flexibility that comes with borrowing from yourself. Especially great if most of your bills all come due at the same time each month (2:30)
• The one new bank account you may want to acquire for clearer accounting. (3:10)
• Questions you need to answer when determining how to pay yourself back. (3:45)
• It's possible, at this time, to acquire a whole life policy that only charges you 4% interest on loans. Here's why you should pay yourself back at a higher rate. (4:33)
• Paid back your loan? Your options for what to do next, explained. (5:45)
• How to leverage your bank's "bill pay" feature to put IBC's loan repayments on autopilot. (6:47)
• Important thing to keep in mind regarding your bank's bill pay option. (9:20)
• "Exacting" way a good agent can help you optimize your loan repayment plan. (10:15)
• The two big "No Nos" of borrowing from yourself. (13:02)

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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Every now and then I'm asked if churches can use Infinite Banking. And I wish more churches would ask, because the answer is "Yes!"

If you're in church leadership, or just a member of a congregation you care about, then this episode is for you. I'll explain why IBC is a great option for churches who want to use their financial blessings wisely. And I'll tell you why IBC makes more sense than a savings account or CD with the bank.

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Show highlights include:

• Why Uncle Sam lets policies built for churches be even better than policies for individuals. (1:10)
• Bank products have their highest interest in years. But here's why churches should choose IBC instead of getting swept away by the current rates. (2:47)
• Risky thing, I don't believe churches should do with their money. (4:20)
• Who should the church insure? Surprising reason staff members aren't always the best option. And where they could look instead. (4:45)
• How churches leverage IBC to keep their preacher from being dependent on social security after a lifetime of faithful service. (6:50)

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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You owe the US Government $519,000.

What? How?

Well, as a nation, we owe over $31 trillion owed in funded liabilities (debt.) And we also owe over $173 trillion in unfunded liabilities (even more debt.)

Worst part?

According to David Walker, ex-CPA of the USA, your future tax rate will need to double — or else the nation will declare bankruptcy.

Imagine paying double the taxes you already pay. With taxes projected to double, trying to build a nest egg will be impossible. Imagine what your retirement would look like if the government legally takes nearly half of your salary (or your retirement income).

In today's episode, I reveal two ways to build tax free wealth.

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Show Highlights Include:

• Excited to get a lower tax rate when you retire? Here's why you could be stuck paying a tax rate of 74% at 80 (5:21)
• How to avoid an insidious "tax" that penalizes you 50% for saving money in your nest egg (9:00)
• 2 tax-free savings vehicles you can access in retirement (10:18)
• Is your income too high for a Roth IRA? If so, check out "CVLI" as an alternative (and pay no taxes on your savings) (10:32)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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It's great to have a whole life insurance policy for each member of your family. But what do you do when your budget simply won't allow it?

In this episode we're talking about how to do the best you can with the resources you have so you can provide for your children.

You'll learn what a Child Rider is and why it's a great option for most people who have financial constraints.

I'll also share why the first month after your child turns 25 is a golden opportunity that can help them for the rest of their lives.

Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• Why having a favorite child can get you in hot water with life insurance underwriters. (1:06)
• How to affordably cover all your children, even if you have enough for a basketball starting lineup. (2:49)
• "Know before you go." Avoid surprises in underwriting by knowing these extra steps needed to add a child rider. (8:35)
• Can't insure everybody? Why covering yourself first is the best move for your family's legacy. (10:53)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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The death benefit isn't the primary concern for most people who use Whole Life Insurance for Infinite Banking. But it's still important!

In this episode I'll explain why you cannot afford to overlook what a benefit it is.

I'll also share a true story that illustrates why, in some cases, the death benefit is the most important part of the legacy you leave behind.

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Show highlights include:

• "Immediate relief" your death benefit provides in case of a long term care need. (2:29)
• What happens if you pass away within 2 years of acquiring life insurance. (5:17)
• Unexpected reason term life insurance becomes a secret weapon to protect your loved ones. (7:40)
• "Optimistic" thinking that dooms your loved ones to misery and struggle when you die. (8:04)
• Stunning true story reveals flexibility and benefits of whole life insurance. (10:18)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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Everybody who understands Infinite Banking wishes they had known about it sooner. So it's no wonder many of them ask: "Am I too old to start?"

I get this question a lot.

So if you're concerned you've missed your chance to use IBC this episode is for you. I'll explain why in most cases it's not too late, even if you're already at retirement age!

Plus, I'll explain your options for those rare cases when age really does get in the way of starting an IBC strategy that meets your goals.

Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• Surprising age when Valerie's father started IBC. Still think it's too late for you? (0:51)
• Why starting sooner than later has its advantages, but doesn't mean you're sunk if you're late to the game. (2:17)
• "Legacy Factor" that makes IBC worth it for retirees, even if they're just starting. (4:29)
• The knowledge trap smart people fall into that derails their financial planning. (4:41)
• Crucial thing to know about your adviser that's more important for your success than everything you know about IBC. (6:18)
• Want to gift your grandchildren with IBC? Know these hurdles before you start. (8:00)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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You've come into a big lump sum of cash, and you're already using Infinite Banking. Naturally you wonder: "Is there some way I can use these funds to help my system?"

Yes! You certainly can. And in this episode I'll explain your three best options, and why two of them are usually better than the other.

In the interest of full disclosure I'll also share a fourth option. It's NOT the best idea in most cases, but I'll tell you why it makes sense sometimes.

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Show highlights include:

• The first place to look if you have a lump sum and want to use it toward your existing IBC. (1:04)
• Surprising reason why paying extra now could cost you a lot more later. (2:30)
• Critical questions you need to ask before using a lump sum to establish more whole life policies. (5:00)
• "Premium" rule for growing your banking system, and how to leverage it in your favor. (6:25)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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You've just come into a big lump sum of cash, and you're ready to get started with Infinite Banking.

Is it best to put it all into your banking system right away, or is there a better approach?

In this episode I'll share why it usually isn't best to put an entire lump sum into a new banking system. I'll also explain an option on how to get that entire lump sum into your IBC over time, without spending that excess money on other things in the meantime.

Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• Troubling "domino effect" set off by overfunding your system at the beginning. Why the last domino could be an expensive visit from Uncle Sam. (1:15)
• One suspicious thing new IBC clients do that always alarms the underwriter. (5:30)
• How to find the "sweet spot" for spreading out a lump sum. (8:21)
• The real lynchpin in a policy started by lump sum dollars. Hint: it isn't how much you put in today. (9:20)
• Components of a sustainable IBC strategy, and why it isn't as easy to put together as you think. (10:00)
• Clever way your insurance company can help your lump sum do its job over time without risk you'll spend the money on something else instead. (11:30)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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There's been a lot of buzz around Universal Life Insurance policies. Mostly because they offer great flexibility in their premiums, and they sound great at first glance.

So you might be wondering: is this a better way to do infinite banking?

That's what I'm talking about today on the podcast. I'll explain what Universal Life Insurance is, and why there are several types. And I'll tell you why I still believe whole life insurance is the way to go.

Plus, if you've got term life insurance you're hoping to convert to whole life in the future: I'll share something you need to look out for.

Listen now!

Show highlights include:

• Sneaky reason insurance companies keep introducing new Universal Life policies. (1:47)
• How clients with Universal Life policies often end up with no cash value in their policy. And why it's more common than you think. (3:30)
• Term life insurance premiums can double, triple, or more from one term to the next. Here's what to do if it happens to you. (5:12)
• You can have a whole life policy and only pay for 10 years. But should you? What to consider before deciding. (10:00)
• Nelson Nash's guiding principle that lets you use IBC even if you never have a bank account or insurance policy. (11:36)
• Shocking details lurking inside universal life policies. Great for the insurance company, but is it good for you? (12:17)
• What the TikTok influencers aren't telling you about universal life. (13:54)

Reach out to me:

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-laroque-lacp-b569509

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