The Financial Huddle
The Financial Huddle
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We know dealing with your finances can be a challenging and emotional topic, which is why we thought it was time to bring some clarity to the subject. With all of the confusion and conflicting information out there about money and financial planning, this podcast aims to cut through the clutter with real, honest, to-the-point financial conversations. You won't find any fluff here - just quick, bite-sized insights and real discussions about financial topics that may impact you. And of course, we'll throw in a bit of fun and some sports trivia!Hosted by Certified Financial Fiduciaries and partners at Keystone Financial Group, Ed Beemiller, Ryan Fleming, and Brian Minier, The Financial Huddle aims to bring you clarity, confidence, and conversations around money that you can relate to.Tune in today and make sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!----------------------------------------------------------------------Disclosure:Information contained in this podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and should not be considered as financial advice. Financial Planning and Advisory Services are offered through Prosperity Capital Advisors (“PCA”), an SEC registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Keystone Financial Group and PCA are separate, non- affiliated entities. PCA does not provide tax or legal advice.
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The podcast centers on themes of financial literacy, personal finance, and money management. Episodes aim to demystify complex financial topics, such as budgeting, investing, and retirement planning, with examples like 'What is our Why?' addressing the importance of financial education and the hosts' motivations. The focus is on actionable insights that listeners can implement immediately in their financial lives.
We know dealing with your finances can be a challenging and emotional topic, which is why we thought it was time to bring some clarity to the subject.
With all of the confusion and conflicting information out there about money and financial planning, this podcast aims to cut through the clutter with real, honest, to-the-point financial conversations. You won’t find any fluff here – just quick, bite-sized insights and real discussions about financial topics that may impact you. And of course, we’ll throw in a bit of fun and some sports trivia!
Hosted by Certified Financial Fiduciaries and partners at Keystone Financial Group, Ed Beemiller, Ryan Fleming, and Brian Minier, The Financial Huddle aims to bring you clarity, confidence, and conversations around money that you can relate to.
Tune in today and make sure to subscribe to be notified of future episodes!
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Disclosure:
Information contained in this podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and should not be considered as financial advice. Financial Planning and Advisory Services are offered through Prosperity Capital Advisors (“PCA”), an SEC registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Keystone Financial Group and PCA are separate, non- affiliated entities. PCA does not provide tax or legal advice.
In this episode, we reframe life insurance from a death-only benefit to a living asset guided by IRS Section 7702, showing how liquidity, stability, and tax treatment can expand your options. Real stories, bank data, and simple design rules lay the groundwork for part two on implementation.
• differences between term and cash value
• why liquidity beats forced selling
• how Section 7702 enables tax-advantaged funding
• banks’ use of BOLI and corporate COLI
• Rockefeller legacy and Disney financing examples
• compounding without interruption via policy loans
• positioning as a bond alternative
• building an opportunity bucket early
• preview of design principles for part two
Please like, follow, subscribe, and tune back in next time, Huddlers!
EPISODE SOURCES:
U.S. Banks and BOLI:
Clarifications: Considering the entire banking industry, 69% own BOLI. Over 80% of banks classified at over $2 Billion in holdings own BOLI – as of the latest report in 2024.
Evolving Trends in Bank-Owned Life Insurance (2024 Report): https://mbschoen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/BOLI-Industry-Developments-2024-Q1.pdf
Total BOLI Held by U.S. Banks (Cash Surrender Value) (As of September 30, 2024): https://themoneyadvantage.com/bank-owned-life-insurance/#:~:text=Industry-wide%20totals:,and%20$10%20billion%20own%20BOLI
BOLI Held by Individual Banks: https://www.usbanklocations.com/bank-rank/life-insurance-assets.html
Interagency Statement on the Purchase and Risk Management of Life Insurance: https://www.fdic.gov/news/financial-institution-letters/2004/fil12704risk.html
Dave Ramsey on Whole Life Insurance: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/payday-lender-middle-class-dave-000142858.html
Suze Orman on Life Insurance: https://www.facebook.com/suzeorman/posts/if-there-is-anyone-in-your-life-who-depends-on-your-income-you-need-life-insuran/1194269845388015/
History of Life Insurance: https://www.selectquote.com/life-insurance/articles/when-was-life-insurance-invented
The Rockefeller's Use of Life Insurance:
https://billmyway.com/how-did-the-rockefellers-use-whole-life-insurance/
https://www.symphona.us/estate-planning-insights-from-americas-wealthiest-families/
Walt Disney's Use of Life Insurance: https://www.commercebank.com/personal/ideas-and-tips/2021/the-story-of-the-loan-that-helped-build-disneyland
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Disclosure: Information contained in this podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only, and should not be considered as financial advice. Financial Planning and Advisory Services are offered through Prosperity Capital Advisors (“PCA”), an SEC registered investment adviser. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Keystone Financial Group and PCA are separate, non- affiliated entities. PCA does not provide tax or legal advice.
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