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Is IUL a Scam? An Honest Look From an Agent Who Owns Nine

Is IUL a Scam? An Honest Look From an Agent Who Owns Nine

Carl Bullard
Published on: 04/09/2026

Is IUL a scam? A licensed agent who structures these policies for families and owns nine himself gives a straight answer. The three biggest criticisms, what is true, and what is hype.

I'll Just Do a Roth IRA: Why That's Not the Whole Answer

I'll Just Do a Roth IRA: Why That's Not the Whole Answer

Carl Bullard
Published on: 07/07/2026

A Roth IRA is a good start, but the contribution cap, income limits, and lack of protection leave money on the table. Here is what a max-funded IUL adds.

How I Became My Own Bank (And What That Actually Means)

How I Became My Own Bank (And What That Actually Means)

Carl Bullard
Published on: 01/07/2026

I stopped borrowing from banks the year I retired. Here is the infinite banking system I built with a max-funded IUL, and exactly how the policy loan math works.

3 Lies Financial Gurus Tell You About Life Insurance

3 Lies Financial Gurus Tell You About Life Insurance

Carl Bullard
Published on: 24/06/2026

The "buy term and invest the difference" crowd leaves out three assumptions that have to be true simultaneously. Here's the math — and what it actually costs you.

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