Financial Survival Network

In this interview, Kerry Lutz and Michael Pento delve into the pressing economic issues facing the U.S., covering everything from inflation to government spending. They break down how persistent inflation, a lack of liquidity in the bond market, and unchecked government spending are creating a potentially explosive financial situation. Pento criticizes the Federal Reserve's recent rate cuts despite high inflation, suggesting this decision favors Treasury solvency over middle-class stability. He warns that ongoing spending, regardless of political leadership, could lead to a bond market crisis and rising interest rates. The conversation also highlights concerns about manipulated economic data and the vulnerability of the middle class, where wealth concentration in the top quintile could spark social unrest. Pento and Lutz discuss the broader impact of government policies, touching on controversial topics like potential food bans and Big Pharma’s influence on public health. They advocate for a return to the gol

Ryan Sudeck discussed his company's innovative strategy for tackling the affordable housing crisis by converting distressed motels into residential units, successfully expanding their portfolio from 1,100 to 2,500 units and planning to undertake 10 to 12 projects annually. He highlighted the challenges posed by zoning regulations, particularly in markets like Kissimmee, Florida, while noting supportive legislative changes in states like Washington. Sudeck emphasized the positive outcomes of their projects, such as crime reduction in areas like Tacoma's Hosmer district, and expressed confidence in their model's potential to alleviate the affordable housing shortage. Also, outlined the current real estate market challenges, including a decline in new developers due to high inflation and costs, and explained how their firm can outbid traditional hoteliers for properties. Find Ryan here: https://sageinvestment.com  Find Kerry here: https://financialsurvivalnetwork.com and here: https://inflation.cafe

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Kerry Lutz and Ryan McCormick emphasized the importance of effective crisis communication in mitigating reputational damage from false allegations, highlighting the need for swift and strategic responses to serious accusations to avoid long-term harm. McCormick illustrated his points with real-life examples, advocating for a calm, factual approach rather than emotional reactions, which can exacerbate crises. He outlined strategies for identifying potential crises, such as monitoring employee sentiment and social media activity, and stressed the necessity of having a crisis communications plan and legal team in place. The discussion also covered the challenges posed by negative online reviews, with McCormick recommending that businesses actively seek positive feedback and respond professionally to negative comments to protect their reputation. Both speakers advised against sharing personal political views to avoid alienating customers and concluded by providing resources for further learning on reputation

Kerry Lutz and Martin Armstrong engaged in a comprehensive discussion analyzing the recent political landscape, particularly focusing on the implications of the recent election and the broader socio-economic context. Armstrong highlighted his prediction of Trump's victory based on economic models, criticizing the left's failure to accept the results due to their reliance on criminal charges against Trump. He drew historical parallels to significant events like the Great Depression and the fall of the Berlin Wall, warning of a potential collapse of socialism in the West and expressing concern over the psychological state of current political leaders. The conversation also delved into U.S. foreign policy, with Armstrong critiquing military engagements since World War II, particularly regarding Ukraine. He noted the discontent among Ukrainians towards President Zelensky, whom he described as a Western puppet, and suggested that neoconservative interests are prolonging the conflict to hinder Trump's anti-war

Financial expert David Stryzewski, guided by Kerry Lutz, provided insights into the market's positive response to recent election results, particularly highlighting the stock and crypto markets' uptick. Stryzewski contrasted the economic strategies of the two candidates, expressing optimism about a potential shift under Trump's leadership while simultaneously voicing concerns about the escalating national debt and geopolitical tensions. He suggested that Trump's team, composed of wealthy individuals, might offer innovative solutions to these pressing issues, especially regarding peace negotiations. The discussion emphasized the critical need for the new administration to tackle the nation's financial and political challenges effectively. Stryzewski also addressed the promising trend of reshoring manufacturing jobs to the U.S., which he believes is vital for economic recovery, and highlighted the importance of domestic resource production. However, he cautioned about potential threats, including a banking

Kerry Lutz hosted Thomas J. DiLorenzo to discuss the implications of China's economic strategies, as outlined in DiLorenzo's book, "Casino Economy." DiLorenzo expressed concerns that China's monetary injections are aimed at creating temporary economic booms, which often lead to significant downturns. Both speakers emphasized that such strategies prioritize short-term political gains over sustainable economic stability, arguing that true prosperity arises from saving, investing, and productive work rather than financialization. They also explored the potential for substantial cuts to the U.S. economy through the elimination of redundant government agencies, including proposals to abolish the income tax to foster a more prosperous society. The conversation addressed issues of federal land ownership, with Lutz noting that the government owns a significant portion of land in states like California and Nevada. DiLorenzo criticized the government's management of these lands and advocated for private ownership t

Kerry Lutz hosted Bill Walton for a discussion centered on the upcoming election and the current economic landscape, with Walton expressing optimism about Trump's potential return to office. He highlighted concerns among Democrats as indicative of possible shifts in political dynamics and advocated for significant policy changes, including the elimination of the income tax to enhance personal privacy and reduce government interference. Walton emphasized the role of tariffs in revitalizing American businesses and suggested a combination of tariffs and a national sales tax as a viable strategy. They also critiqued the proliferation of federal agencies, arguing that many are redundant and impede business growth, while referencing successful regulatory reductions from the Trump administration as a model for future reforms. The conversation further delved into pressing issues such as government spending, corporate welfare, and rising crime rates in urban areas. Walton and Lutz discussed the need for substantia

Kerry Lutz engaged in discussions with Moshe Popack and Dave Aizer about the current state and future prospects of Florida's real estate market, highlighting the challenges and opportunities arising from the post-COVID landscape. Popack reflected on his experiences during the foreclosure crisis and noted the struggles within commercial real estate, while expressing optimism due to the influx of new residents and the demand for office space from Fortune 500 companies. Aizer addressed the issues facing malls, advocating for innovative repurposing strategies under Florida's Live Local Act, which could transform abandoned properties into residential and community spaces. Both speakers acknowledged the rising costs of living and the condo crisis, suggesting potential adjustments to laws regarding condo reserves to ease financial burdens on owners. Additionally, Lutz and Popack discussed the U.S.'s health challenges, emphasizing the need for community education on nutrition and advocating for a shift towards he

Kerry Lutz welcomes Peter Dembicki, CEO of Tier One Silver ((

During the meeting led by Kerry Lutz, Ed Sidell provided an analysis of the current economic landscape, highlighting the disparity between strong GDP figures and negative public sentiment driven by inflation from government spending, which has reached $6.75 trillion in fiscal year 2024. Concerns were raised about the national debt potentially reaching $36 trillion by election day, alongside a discussion of Trump's proposal to eliminate federal income tax, which Sidell deemed feasible if accompanied by a VAT, and the potential benefits of reducing the business tax from 21% to 15% to stimulate growth. The conversation also touched on market trends in anticipation of the upcoming election, with indications that the market may be pricing in a Trump victory, and concerns about inflation's impact on bond yields. Additionally, Lutz presented a theory regarding the influence of intelligence agencies on major media outlets, suggesting that the Washington Post and New York Times serve as conduits for the CIA and D

Kerry Lutz and Chris Markowski engaged in a comprehensive discussion about the current political and economic climate, highlighting concerns over rising bond yields and skepticism regarding China's economic stability, particularly its real estate challenges and ineffective stimulus measures. Markowski criticized the recent 50 basis point rate cut as unjustified, pointing out the alarming national debt situation where interest payments dominate the federal budget. He expressed worries about the commercial real estate market, suggesting it is in a worse state than during the Great Recession, and criticized the government's "extend and pretend" approach to debt management. The conversation also touched on taxation, with Markowski advocating for a national sales tax over income tax, emphasizing the need for a repeal of the income tax to avoid complications. Find Chris here: watchdogonwallstreet.com Find Kerry here: FSN and here: inflation.cafe  

Kerry Lutz and Andrew Ragusa engaged in a comprehensive discussion about the New York real estate market, focusing on the effects of rising mortgage payments and inflation on home prices, noting that homes are selling for unexpectedly high prices despite needing repairs, as buyers are becoming less selective. Lutz expressed skepticism regarding the government's ability to effectively address these challenges, while Ragusa underscored the importance of property ownership amidst these difficulties. They also observed a trend of individuals returning to urban areas due to employer demands, which is influencing market dynamics. Additionally, they shifted their focus to investment trends, highlighting a growing preference for hard assets like gold and silver as a hedge against economic uncertainty, with Ragusa noting the increasing appeal of physical assets amid stock market fluctuations. Lutz, an experienced investor in precious metals, remarked on the rising prices and future growth potential of gold and si

Kerry Lutz and David Erfle engaged in a detailed discussion about the recent positive trends in the gold and silver markets, highlighting significant price movements and market dynamics. Silver has notably surpassed the $32.50 resistance level, reaching $35, while gold prices have also seen substantial gains. Erfle pointed out that miners are consolidating in a bullish flag pattern, breaking through key resistance levels, which has rekindled interest from retail investors after a decade of decline. Despite these gains, both the GDX and GDXJ indices still have considerable growth potential compared to historical highs. The conversation also touched on the upcoming Q3 earnings announcement from Newmont, with expectations of strong results due to rising gold prices, which could further attract fund managers as the stock market shows signs of weakness. The discussion further explored the evolving landscape of the mining industry, with major companies acquiring junior mining assets to enhance their portfolios

Kerry Lutz engaged with Dr. Jonathan Newman from the Mises Institute to discuss the organization's commitment to promoting Austrian economics and individual liberty. Jonathan articulated that the Mises Institute serves as an educational platform advocating for free market principles while critiquing government intervention in economic affairs. He emphasized that Austrian economics is rooted in the analysis of individual actions and market dynamics, which leads to a preference for minimal government involvement. The conversation also touched on the historical role of government in monetary control, with Jonathan referencing Mises' insights on currency devaluation and the shift towards fiat currencies, which has resulted in inflation and financial instability. Lutz introduced the concept of competing currencies, highlighting the emergence of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin as alternatives to government-managed money. The discussion further explored the implications of fiat currency, drawing historical paralle

Kerry Lutz and Anthony Saccaro discussed the current economic landscape as the election approaches. Saccaro shared insights from a successful investment in Apple and stressed the importance of a diversified portfolio, using historical examples of companies like Blockbuster and Kodak that failed to adapt to market changes. They addressed the Federal Reserve's mandates of controlling inflation and unemployment, noting a recent uptick in unemployment to 4.3% and inflation remaining in the mid-twos. Both expressed concerns about the potential for a recession and the misconception that the stock market is always a safe haven. The conversation also covered the importance of strategic investing according to individual life stages, especially given economic volatility. Saccaro recommended a conservative investment approach focused on income generation through interest and dividends to ensure financial security in retirement. Find Anthony here: AnthonySacarro.com Find Kerry here: FSN and here: inflation.cafe

Kerry Lutz welcomed Ross Givens back to the Financial Survival Network, where they discussed Givens' impressive trading journey, including a 23% gain since May 29th, and his investment in Dominion Energy, which has appreciated 15% while providing dividends. Givens shared insights on their investment strategy focused on insider trading, which has achieved a remarkable 1900% compounded growth since 2017, highlighting specific cases like CATX and Amelix that demonstrate the potential of insider buying. He emphasized the importance of risk management, recommending profit-taking at 25% gains and discussing the SEC's short swing rule for stability. In options trading, Givens advised against stop losses for smaller stocks and suggested investing a portion of capital in call options with a three to six-month horizon, noting that a 20% stock increase can double the option's value. Both Lutz and Givens acknowledged the challenges of finding effective investment strategies in a competitive market, encouraging exploratio

Robert Siciliano highlighted the critical issue of identity theft, sharing personal experiences and emphasizing the importance of proactive measures such as regular password changes, two-factor authentication, and identity theft protection services. He discussed the risks associated with SIM swapping, particularly in the cryptocurrency sector, explaining how attackers often compromise email accounts through phishing to reset passwords and gain access t o financial accounts. Siciliano also addressed the challenge of identifying fake IDs, noting that many employees may not be trained to spot subtle differences, which can lead to security breaches. He recommended strong security practices, including unique passcodes and collaboration between cryptocurrency companies and telecom providers to detect unauthorized SIM swaps. Kerry Lutz contributed by sharing his own experiences with bank security measures, reinforcing the need for consumers to remain vigilant and proactive in safeguarding their personal informat

The meeting focused on the historical context of gold prices, with Bob Hoye discussing the influence of past financial bubbles on the market and emphasizing that the strength of the U.S. dollar is often overstated. He anticipates a rise in the real price of gold, which would be advantageous for gold miners, and suggests investment strategies that include three to four-year good-grade corporate bonds as a safer choice in light of potential market volatility. Hoye also highlighted a selection of promising junior gold stocks, indicating their potential for substantial gains in an upward-trending market. Find Bob's charts here:  Charts and Markets -Jr. Gold Find Kerry here: FSN and here: Inflation.Cafe

Kerry Lutz and attorney Parag Amin discussed the critical importance of disaster preparedness for businesses in the wake of hurricanes in Florida, emphasizing the need for proactive planning and adequate insurance coverage, particularly business interruption and flood insurance. Amin highlighted the ongoing insurance crisis in the state, driven by the increasing frequency of hurricanes, which has led many insurers to exit the market. He expressed concern over recent legal changes that hinder homeowners from recovering attorney's fees in disputes with insurance companies, arguing that this creates an unfair disadvantage for policyholders. The conversation also touched on the balance between regulation and capitalism in the insurance sector, with Amin advocating for more regulation to ensure accountability and consumer protection, while Lutz shared positive experiences with certain insurance providers. Additionally, Amin stressed the importance of thorough documentation for insurance claims, including maint