Entries by Michael Crawford

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A Different look at College – BYOB #37

In this episode Mike and Chris dive into Nelson’s viewpoints on the monetary value of college. This isn’t a chapter that we spend a lot of time on, but it is a valuable chapter. Like most of Nelson’s book, this topic is intended to make you stretch your thinking and challenge the ‘status quo’. We […]

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Even Distribution of Classes – BYOB #36

In this episode Mike and Chris discuss an extremely important chapter, not only to Nelson, but to them as well. This chapter is where the inspiration for Chris Bay’s book Family Banking with Purpose came from. Take a listen to hear how it has shaped their Infinite Banking journey and how they have used this […]

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Higher Rate of Return – BYOB #35

In this episode Mike & Chris tackle one of the biggest hurdles to many people truly understanding Infinite Banking; rates of return. In fact, Chris discusses his own struggles with this prior to his family diving into IBC. We believe that when this chapter begins to make sense, you are well on your way to […]

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The Cost of Acquisition – BYOB #34

In this episode, Mike and Chris dive into the Cost of Acquisition. Nelson uses the anecdote from Lee Iacocca’s book ‘IACOCCA’ to explain how difficult, and costly, it can be to play the games of banks. This paints a perfect picture of why Infinite Banking provides ultimate autonomy to YOU the policy owner. Why you […]

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The Retirement Trap – BYOB#33

In this episode Mike and Chris talk in depth about Nelson’s feelings surrounding ‘retirement’. As we all know, Nelson had very strong opinions about several things in life, and this is no different. Take a listen to this longer-than-normal episode to learn what Mike and Chris take away from this chapter, and how it applies […]

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Capitalizing Your System and Implementation – BYOB #32

In this episode Mike and Chris dig into the capitalizing and implementing your system chapter. This is a transitional chapter from the more foundational and technical aspects of Infinite Banking into application and ways to stimulate your imagination. While this is only a one page chapter, there are several important things to consider. Nelson is […]

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Equipment Financing – Addendum – BYOB #31

In the last episode, Mike and Chris wrapped up the equipment financing section… almost. There were some that had concerns over the very high dividend scale from when the book was originally published. So Nelson decided to present a new illustration representing a more conservative dividend scale. Listen to see how the numbers turned out. […]

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Equipment Financing – Part 4 – BYOB #30

In this fourth and final episode of the equipment financing section, Mike and Chris unpack the big picture of this section. It’s long, but 100% worth it. Remember it’s the Infinite Banking Concept, not the one size fits all concept. If you grasp this section, the possibilities are endless! Enjoy!

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Equipment Financing – Part 3 – BYOB #29

Mike and Chris continue working through the equipment financing section of Neslon’s Becoming Your Own Banker. This portion is where you truly begin to see the power of Infinite Banking and how it has nothing to do with the insurance policy, but has everything to do with the owner of the policy. If you’re hung […]

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Equipment Financing – Part 2 – BYOB#28

In this episode, Mike and Chris go deeper into the equipment financing chapter of the book. Which is beginning to transition away from the individual application of Infinite Banking into strategies suited for businesses. Join as Mike and Chris unpack this complex section of Nelson’s book.