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How To Know When to Borrow Against Your Life Insurance for Investments | Nate Scott

Nov 24, 2023
Nate Scott, an expert in life insurance and investments, discusses the philosophy of borrowing against whole life insurance and the best times to use it. They explore the barbell approach to investing, probability analysis in financial decision-making, and the importance of liquidity and leverage.
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  • Borrowing against life insurance should be done strategically, considering control and liquidity, and not solely relying on it as a funding source for investment opportunities.
  • It is important to evaluate the necessity of purchases and consider the most efficient ways to acquire desired items, prioritizing the availability of resources for more important things.

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The value of control and liquidity

The speaker emphasizes the importance of control and liquidity when it comes to making financial decisions. They express a preference for taking a loan from a bank even if it costs more, rather than relying solely on a life insurance policy. They argue that life insurance enhances various aspects of life and provides options for the future. They highlight the significance of valuing control and seeking to maximize and optimize it, understanding the time value of money.

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