Wealth Warehouse

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On Wealth Warehouse, we challenge you to transform your financial future through the principles of the most profitable business in the world: banking. We believe everybody should be involved in 2 businesses: the business that you're in, and the banking business. Every day people can replicate what bankers have been doing for centuries to leverage capital and build wealth through private lending. Join us as we uncover the truths about money, expose lies and myths, and flip conventional financial advice on its head.

  1. Stop "Renting" Your Life Insurance: The Truth About Term vs. Whole Life

    6D AGO

    Stop "Renting" Your Life Insurance: The Truth About Term vs. Whole Life

    Are you currently debating whether to "Buy Term and Invest the Difference" or build a private banking system with Whole Life? In this episode, David Befort and Paul Fugere put the most popular financial advice—including Dave Ramsey’s top talking points—through the IBC Stress Test. If you’ve been told that Whole Life is a "scam" or that you should only ever buy Term, you are likely missing the most critical piece of the puzzle: The Difference Between Renting and Owning. Why you need to listen to this episode: Most people are taught to treat insurance as a "sunk cost" or a necessary evil. But what if your premium wasn't a cost, but a transfer of assets? We dive deep into why "renting" your protection through Term insurance often leads to a dead end, with ~98% of policies never actually paying out a death benefit. In this episode, we break down: The "Renting" Trap: Why Term insurance is designed to expire just when you need it most, and why "investing the difference" often fails in the real world.The Ernst & Young Reality Check: We discuss the landmark study that shows "Buy Term and Invest the Difference" (BTID) consistently finishes dead last when it comes to retirement spending and legacy.The "Both/And" Strategy: How to use Convertible Term as a bridge to a high-performance IBC policy, allowing you to stop the "leakage" of your wealth and start the process of uninterrupted compounding.Debunking the "Company Keeps Your Cash" Myth: We clarify exactly how your cash value and death benefit work together so you can stop being afraid of the "living benefits" of your policy. Whether you are a "Dave Ramsey person" looking for a second opinion or an investor searching for a way to maximize your Human Life Value, this episode will show you how to stop wasting money on temporary fixes and start building a permanent financial foundation. Stop being a tenant in your own financial life. It’s time to become the landlord. About your hosts: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast... David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a MA in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! a...

    38 min
  2. How to Protect Your Savings from Inflation With Infinite Banking

    JAN 26

    How to Protect Your Savings from Inflation With Infinite Banking

    Stop watching inflation melt your hard-earned saving efforts in a stagnant bank account. In this episode, we provide deep economic insights into why traditional savings are a guaranteed loss of purchasing power and how you can pivot toward true wealth building. We explore alternative strategies like the Infinite Banking Concept, demonstrating how capitalizing your own private reserve through dividend-paying whole life insurance creates a "financial cooler" for your assets. By mastering these financial concepts, you can achieve consistent financial growth and take back control of your legacy from traditional institutions. 00:00 The Ice Analogy: Saving Money 03:07 The Reality of Bank Savings and Inflation 04:11 Understanding Traditional Savings vs. Capitalizing 08:05 The Impact of Inflation on Wealth 11:15 The Role of Money Supply in Inflation 16:21 Navigating Financial Headwinds with IBC 18:32 The Benefits of Dividend-Paying Whole Life Insurance 25:06 Challenging Conventional Financial Wisdom 31:49 The Power of Early Capitalization About your hosts: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a MA in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/ Email us! davidandpaul@theibcguys.com

    40 min
  3. Navigating Financial Health: A Pilot's Guide

    JAN 19

    Navigating Financial Health: A Pilot's Guide

    FAA Medical Disqualification Just Cost You $300k (Here's How to Protect It) Are you flying your finances blind? For many airline pilots, a $300,000 annual income is just one medical disqualification away from becoming zero. In this episode, Paul Fugere and David Befort discuss why traditional financial planning—like locking wealth in a 401k or the walls of your home—can leave pilots grounded and liquid-poor when they need cash the most. We dive into the "financial walk-around" every pilot needs to perform to ensure their family’s safety and their own financial "airworthiness". https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ In This Episode, You’ll Learn: The Fragility of the First-Class Medical: Why 1 in 20 pilots are on long-term disability at any given time. The 260% Danger Zone: Why medical denial rates spike between the ages of 45 and 55. The "No-Brainer" Insurance Rider: How the Disability Waiver of Premium ensures your policy continues to grow even if you lose your ability to fly. Aviate, Navigate, Communicate: Applying the first rule of flight to your money—why liquidity is the "fuel" that keeps your financial engine running. The Power of IBC for Pilots: How to use windfalls like profit-sharing bonuses, back pay, and green slips to build a private "war chest" you control. Key Statistics for Aviators: Nearly 5 out of every 1,000 active airline pilots are denied medical certification annually. Standard long-term disability often only covers 50% of your average paycheck—could you maintain your lifestyle on half your income?. Typical company-provided life insurance (often $1M) may only cover 4-5 years of income, leaving families vulnerable in the long term. About your hosts: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a MA in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/ Email us! davidandpaul@theibcguys.com

    35 min
  4. The 401K Prison Break: Why Use Infinite Banking?

    JAN 12

    The 401K Prison Break: Why Use Infinite Banking?

    The Link to the article is HERE ! If you give it a read, share in the comments. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to 401k prison 04:54 Understanding the 401k Contract 09:56 Exploring Alternatives to 401k 14:51 The Importance of Financial Education 19:29 The Journey of Infinite Banking 22:24 Understanding 401k Limitations 25:32 The Importance of Access to Capital 31:32 Exploring Infinite Banking 37:44 The Risks of Traditional Investments 45:46 The Control of Banking Function Paul Fugere and David Befort discuss the limitations of traditional 401k plans and introduce the concept of Infinite Banking as a more flexible and empowering financial strategy. They explore the restrictions imposed by 401k plans, the importance of understanding financial products, and the benefits of controlling one's own capital through alternative methods. The discussion emphasizes the need for financial education and the potential for individuals to take charge of their financial futures without relying solely on conventional investment strategies. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS: David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/ Email: davidandpaul@theibcguys.com

    39 min
  5. The Storehouse Mentality: Transform Your Financial Future in 2026 With IBC

    JAN 5

    The Storehouse Mentality: Transform Your Financial Future in 2026 With IBC

    The concept of the 'storehouse mentality' and how it can transform financial strategies for 2026. We explore the importance of treating capital like a banker rather than a gambler, emphasizing the benefits of building a personal wealth warehouse. We speak on non-market correlated assets, the pitfalls of traditional savings, and the advantages of whole life insurance as a financial tool. Takeaways:Stop treating your capital like you're in a casino.Create your own wealth warehouse.Whole life insurance is non-market correlated.Liquidity without liquidation is key.The average return is not the actual return.Banks profit by keeping money in motion.Infinite banking adds a financial tailwind.Every dollar in premium works forever.Market dips don't affect whole life insurance.Control the function of banking in your life. Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ The concept of the 'storehouse mentality' and how it can transform financial strategies for 2026. We explore the importance of treating capital like a banker rather than a gambler, emphasizing the benefits of building a personal wealth warehouse. We speak on non-market correlated assets, the pitfalls of traditional savings, and the advantages of whole life insurance as a financial tool. Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash: https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/ ABOUT YOUR HOSTS: David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 a href="https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    26 min

  6. 2025-12-29

    Episode 203: Infinite Banking: What We Learned From Our Clients in 2025

    Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ With the end of 2025 in sight, Dave and Paul wrap on what real clients taught them about practicing Infinite Banking. From why more families are starting kids’ policies and how planning ahead with convertible term keeps future options open, to simple ways disciplined loan repayment can supercharge your system. Additionally, they dig into capturing big annual expenses as premium, building your IBC “tribe,” and a quick tease on changes coming to the show in 2026. If you’re serious about using IBC in everyday life, this one’s a clean checklist of what to do next. Tune in, take notes, and head into January with a plan. Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash: https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/ Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 1:01 - Episode beginning 2:54 - What we’ve learned over the last year 4:51 - Family and legacy 8:03 - Planning ahead, windfalls 13:24 - Opportunities 18:51 - Paying loans 24:11 - Capturing big, annual expenses 25:52 - Shared minds, “finding more room” 28:19 - Referrals 30:14 - Episode wrap-up ABOUT YOUR HOSTS: David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/ Email: davidandpaul@theibcguys.com

    32 min

  7. 2025-12-22

    Episode 202: Infinite Banking: Responding to Listener Emails and Creating Your Own Banking System

    Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ Unwrap a Christmas-week convo on control, liquidity, and the Infinite Banking Concept! Dave and Paul read listener emails to start off the episode (including one that calls out Paul directly) – and get into some bigger concepts from there like: Keeping cash flowing and using mortgages/HELOCs strategically, rather than rushing to pay off a house. They also break down refinancing vs. liquidity, how to move equity out of your walls and into policies, and why “becoming your own banker” is a business you build, not a get-rich-quick play. Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash: https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/ Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 1:11 - Episode beginning 3:22 - Quick note 4:05 - First email: “I should’ve gone bigger” 5:48 - Second email: “Stop using banks, mortgages” 8:23 - “Money has to flow” 12:35 - Using the bank as a tool 19:47 - Creating your own banking system 30:56 - Episode wrap-up ABOUT YOUR HOSTS: David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! Website: https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/ Email: davidandpaul@theibcguys.com

    31 min

  8. 2025-12-15

    Episode 201: Infinite Banking: Do This Before Paying Off Your Student Loan Debt

    Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ It’s a common expense that many Americans carry – but what if there was a way that you could get something positive out of that debt? In this episode, Dave and Paul discuss student loans and a counter-intuitive idea: extra payments on student loans can keep you capital-poor. They unpack why prioritizing liquidity, via properly structured whole life and the Infinite Banking Concept, can leave you wealthier over time while you still make the minimums. Additionally, the guys touch on average debt realities, how to turn a payoff into a “windfall,” who this strategy is (and isn’t) for, and a legit path some borrowers use to shrink federal loan payments. Episodes Referenced: Episode 11 Using IBC To Eliminate Debt: https://youtu.be/KiQ-pEcwKx4?si=nG1YeKsxcWmdxQ7N Episode 26 Is a 15 year Mortgage Really Better Than a 30 year Mortgage? https://youtu.be/IwRn9UNbowU?si=6Soe_ns4XMkDF7ix Becoming Your Own Banker by Nelson Nash: https://infinitebanking.org/product/becoming-your-own-banker/ref/46/ Episode Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 1:17 - Episode beginning 4:07 - Breaking old mindsets 9:02 - Some of the data 10:34 - The alternative 16:01 - What if you just paid it off? 22:08 - Colleges and trades 23:30 - If you still have student loan debt.. 27:04 - Episode wrap-up ABOUT YOUR HOSTS: David Befort and Paul Fugere are the hosts of the Wealth Warehouse Podcast. David is the Founder/CEO of Max Performance Financial. He founded the company with the mission of educating people on the truths about money. David's mission is to show you how you can control your own money, earn guarantees, grow it tax-free, and maintain penalty-free access to it to leverage for opportunities that will provide passive income for the rest of your life. Paul, on the other hand, is an Active Duty U.S. Army officer who graduated from Norwich University in 2002 with a B.A. in History and again in 2012 with a M.A. in Diplomacy and International Terrorism. Paul met his wife Tammy at Norwich. As a family, they enjoy boating, traveling, sports, hunting, automobiles, and are self-proclaimed food people. Visit our website: https://www.thewealthwarehousepodcast.com/ Catch up with David and Paul, visit the links below! Website:  https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Fugere494 https://infinitebanking.org/agents/Befort399 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-a-befort-jr-09663972/ a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-fugere-762021b0/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

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On Wealth Warehouse, we challenge you to transform your financial future through the principles of the most profitable business in the world: banking. We believe everybody should be involved in 2 businesses: the business that you're in, and the banking business. Every day people can replicate what bankers have been doing for centuries to leverage capital and build wealth through private lending. Join us as we uncover the truths about money, expose lies and myths, and flip conventional financial advice on its head.

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    The IBC Guys via Podcast Principles
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    211
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    © Copyright 2026 The IBC Guys via Podcast Principles
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