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Trump’s Tariffs Explained: Market Impact & How to Protect Your Portfolio | Episode 118



Everyone’s talking about tariffs—and how they’re supposedly wrecking the economy and your personal finances. But is the media hype justified? In this episode of the Private Banking Strategies Podcast, Vance Lowe and Seth Hicks, Esq. cut through the noise to reveal the truth behind Trump’s tariffs, their actual impact on the U.S. economy, and how smart financial strategies can shield your wealth regardless of market volatility.

Discover how private banking, an alternative wealth building and asset protection strategy, can help you thrive—no matter what happens with interest rates, taxes, or trade wars. Learn why the stock market isn’t the true driver of economic strength and how you can grow and safeguard your money using time-tested, tax-advantaged methods that outperform traditional banking and Wall Street.

 

Vance and Seth discuss:

  •  Introduction to Tariffs – Why We’ve Been Living in a False Economy
  •  A Brief History of Tariffs – How the U.S. Thrived Without an Income Tax
  •  Rethinking the Stock Market – Why it’s Not the True Measure of the Economy
  •  The Solution: Whole Life Insurance Contracts – Apply the Banking Equation to Your Life

 

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Protect Your Money in 2025 | Must-Know Financial Safety Tips



If you own cash, real estate, a business, or assets— you’re a target. From taxes to creditors, your wealth is always at risk. That’s why having a solid asset protection plan isn’t optional — it’s essential. Understand the real consequences of being unprotected — frozen accounts, devastating lawsuits, financial ruin — and learn how to avoid becoming a victim.

In this episode of the Private Banking Strategies Podcast, Vance Lowe and attorney Seth Hicks, Esq., explore why asset protection is the top priority for safeguarding your wealth and ensuring peace of mind. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, investor, family business owner, or simply looking to protect your personal finances, you’ll discover powerful legal strategies to shield your assets.

Don’t wait for a financial emergency — take proactive steps now to secure your legacy.

Vance and Seth discuss:

  • How to Build a Private Cash Vault for Maximum Asset Protection
  • Asset Protection Explained: The Foundation of Long-Term Wealth
  • The Hidden Risks of Traditional Bank Deposits (Dodd-Frank Warning)
  • The Truth About FDIC Insurance: What You’re Not Being Toll

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Wealth Strategies for Every Income Level | Episode 116



Tired of financial stress and living paycheck to paycheck?

You’re not alone! Fortunately, there’s a way to break free and build wealth with smart money strategies for everyday finances. It’s time to stop repeating the same financial mistakes and expecting different results. Whether you’re a high-income professional or a blue-collar worker, you can master personal finance by leveraging the velocity of money, eliminating bad debt, and investing in cash-flowing real estate and income-producing assets.

In this episode of the Private Banking Strategies Podcast, Vance Lowe and Seth Hicks, Esq. dive deep into the Infinite Banking Concept—a proven wealth-building system used by the financially elite to maximize capital efficiency and accelerate asset growth. Understanding the true mechanics of money can radically transform your life, by boosting your financial freedom, and put you in control of your financial future – no matter your income level.

Vance and Seth discuss:

  • The Best Strategy to Protect Your Cash in 2025
  • How this System is Geared Not Just Towards the Rich, but the Average American as Well
  • Real Estate Wealth Protection: Private Banking Strategies for Asset Shielding & Tax Efficiency
  • How to Use a Private Banking Strategy to Pay Off Debt and Build Wealth Through Compound Interest

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Growing Your Capital w/ Infinite Banking Strategies – Part 2 | Episode 113



Money has no real value unless it’s in motion! Understanding how to keep your wealth circulating within your own financial ecosystem is key to long-term prosperity. Join us as we continue to break down the value of private banking through the lens of a thriving grocery store and revealing how strategic asset protection and cash flow control helps businesses outlast the typical five-year failure rate.

In this episode of the Private Banking Strategies Podcast, Vance Lowe and Seth Hicks Esq., continue their analogy of the grocery store story, revealing how even the smallest financial leakage—akin to stealing from your own store—can have devastating effects on your wealth-building strategy.

Vance and Seth discuss:

  • Putting Your Money in Motion Can Accelerate Your Financial Growth.
  • Understanding a Town’s Economic Ecosystem: Guide to Managing Your Own Banking System.
  • Is Your Money Asleep? Put it to Work for You!
  • Learning How to Safeguard Your Wealth Against External Threats.\

 

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Growing Your Capital w/ Infinite Banking Strategies – Part 1 | Episode 112



Starting your own business? Don’t become another statistic! With 9 out of 10 startups failing within the first 5 years, it’s crucial to implement sound financial strategies. The key? Never stealing from your company’s bank. Prioritize paying yourself first by building your own private economy to leverage proven wealth-building tactics and unlock the secrets of sustainable growth and profitability.

In this episode of the Private Banking Strategies Podcast, Vance Lowe and Seth Hicks Esq., break down a powerful analysis from R. Nelson Nash, the father of the Infinite Banking Concept. Using the grocery store example, they reveal the critical mistakes that cause most new business owners to fail within their first five years.

Vance and Seth discuss:

  • Stop Avoiding Infinite Banking – The Missing Piece in Reaching Your Financial Potential
  • Uncover Elon Musk’s Strategic Method to Avoid Costly Business Pitfalls and Maximize Profitability
  • If Theft Accumulates Within Your Own Private Bank, How Does it Impact Cash Flow

 

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Avoid 401k & IRA Penalties: Unlock Tax-Free Growth with IRC 7702 | Episode 111



Worried about the penalties of accessing your 401k or IRA funds? Most people don’t realize there’s a way to grow and compound your retirement savings in a secure, tax-advantaged account—while accessing cash value without penalties.

In this episode of Private Banking Strategies Podcast, Vance Lowe and Seth Hicks, Esq., break down the powerful Internal Revenue Code 7702 and how it can transform your financial future. Learn how to leverage this strategy to build wealth, protect your assets, and take control of your banking system.

Vance and Seth discuss:

  • Understanding Internal Revenue Code 7702: Tax Advantages & Life Insurance Compliance
  • Avoid Index Universal Life: Banking Guarantees vs. Market-Linked Returns
  • Top-Tier Whole Life Insurance Companies Outperform Banks in Capital Reserves & Stability
  • The Dodd-Frank Act & Banking Risks: How Your Bank Deposits Are Potentially Exposed

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Using Lines of Credit to Boost Cash Flow & Maximize Growth | Episode 110



You’ve likely heard that establishing a line of credit is the key to building a strong credit score—essential for securing financing on major investments like a home or a car. However, did you know you could also leverage a line of credit to grow and protect your wealth?

In this episode of the Private Banking Strategies Podcast, financial experts Vance Lowe and Seth Hicks, Esq. reveal how infinite banking can help you establish a powerful line of credit while maximizing cash flow, liquidity, and yield. Discover strategies to enhance your financial freedomcompound your wealth, and take control of your banking system.

Vance and Seth discuss:

  • Understanding Lines of Credit: A Key Financial Tool
  • Maximizing vs. Misusing a HELOC – Home Equity Lines of Credit.
  • How Banks Leverage Capital to Generate Wealth—And How You Can Too
  • Critical Rule of Wealth Preservation: Never Deplete Your Principal

 

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