The U.S. federal government, some well-known cities, members of the European Union and industrialized countries across the globe are on an economic roller coaster. This is not a new problem, not by a long shot. This dangerous ride started over one-hundred years ago when the United States was transitioning from a farming economy to an industrialized nation. Are we headed for a disaster? "Without significant policy changes, the finances of the Federal government will inevitably spiral out of control, risking severe economic and financial damage." Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke What might be coming and what is there to think about? 1) Higher taxes - Will you pay more or could you lower taxes now and forever? 2) Social Security - Is there a way to fix it? 3) Unstable financial markets - Could you try to protect yourself from a great Humpty Dumpty like fall? This problem is wider than just our own nation. Beyond our shores world financial markets are in turmoil. That is because just like the U.S. other countries have massive debt and unfunded liabilities they are not paying. Alarmingly, over 15% of the world's 202 countries and regions have a similar problem! In the middle of the storm, China called for a different worldwide reserve currency instead of the United States Dollar. If China is not successful in this quest perhaps they will resort to dramatically raising the rate of interest on debt the U.S. owes them. Either of these might cause a financial tsunami with crippling waves much greater than those that crashed into Wall Street in 1929. The threat of war is heavily involved. Syria, Iraq, Iran, ISIS and Israel seem in an ongoing state of unrest. Even if the current situations are resolved by the time this book reaches print it is only a matter of time before the next military battle occurs. The bottom line is another World War is on the horizon. This is due largely to the "ways of the West", most notably the modern financial system. Through war the world could reset the "Debt Clock" possibly to $0. There will likely be a major "disruption" of buying and selling food and supplies otherwise. It will be hard to buy and sell anything, particularly basic goods and services needed to survive. During this time of turmoil resources will be aggregated just like they were during the Great Depression. This could happen in the next 5 to 10 years. People will be numbered with a universally recognized code. Ancient writings suggest it will be "666" or the "Mark of the Beast." Why those names? A false savior (a person manifesting an animal spirit that wants to consume you like a lion) will require people to use a universally recognized chip to buy and sell food and other necessary items when markets crash again like they did in 1929. You will have a choice, do not use it! While a system of aggregated resources and safer debit cards may sound like an orderly solution, especially for desperate people it will have eternal consequences. The technology is already in most people's wallets and hands. Think of cell phones and state of the art debit card microchips. This long foretold story is happening in our lifetime. For those in the know there is nothing to fear. Like a superhero story where Superman comes to save the day, during the troubled times a real hero will arrive to purge the world once and for all of its debt and corruption. This leader will establish the center of authority and rule in the birthplace of civilization - the Middle East. Perhaps that is partially why the Middle East is such a hotbed of activity. He will suddenly appear like "flash of lightning" a phrase from the bestselling book about the apocalypse or end times. There is great hope. Do not be dismayed. Learn what you can do to prepare.
About the Author: Over the years I questioned how money is "made." I amassed a fortune on paper and lost it all. In the process I have grown substantially in my understanding of the financial system. I worked for or was affiliated with several of the largest financial institutions around before and after earning my MBA (centered on economics & finance) at Canisius. By age 33 I owned an IDS Life/American Express Financial Advisors practice. I initially built it one client at a time. By merger and acquisition it grew to 700 clients and millions of assets under management. In 2002 I sold my interest in the financial planning practice. I simply walked away from it thinking I would be a missionary! Why? I saw many amazing miracles during mission trips overseas such as eyesight of the blind restored, a deaf person's hearing deficit transformed, deformed bones changed instantaneously, demonic deliverance and more. After earning a Master of Arts in Missions Theology, as a National Dean's List recommendee, I went to law school and with God's help I graduated cum laude. This is useful in helping clients because the nature of financial products and services is often complex. Clients have included numerous individuals, business owners and medical doctors, some with very large estates. Of note, I advised several high ranking former Federal Reserve employees. I work at a board level with tax exempt organizations including international ministries with thousands of members. I had teachers including the Founder of Teen Challenge International (now in 90 plus countries) and others who collectively did billions a year in business. I met with top government leaders including Mao Tse Tung's grandson, the former Attorney General of Ethiopia, Mayors of the Philippines and other Heads of State, Ambassadors and Governors. More importantly, I traveled into the ghettos of the world and got to know the poor, destitute, homeless and abandoned. These experiences opened my eyes and left them wet with tears. My heart is broken at the state of the world and more specifically, over the majority of people trying to survive from day to day. What does this mean for you? The educational investment and professional experiences may help you discover things about the economy like: * When did a cereal box become twice as big as the bag? * Will the DOW go to 8,000 again or 32,000? * Could real estate prices go up, down or stay the same? * Will you survive and thrive if world debt explodes?