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I've met and worked with a handful of billionaires over my career who have generated wealth in oil and gas, mining, transport, automotive, and investing. And every time, I've learned something new about how they structure their wealth for the greatest amount of flexibility, control, and growth. So, in this video, I'm going to share the five key takeaways and show you how to apply them to your own situation.
So, let's kick it off with billionaire number one. And this specific takeaway is from a private dinner party. There were about 10 of us, and I was sat next to the heiress of a major mineral resources family. She was extremely accomplished in her own right, a finance professional with decades of experience. And at the time of the dinner, there was a major election underway, which was a bit contentious. So, naturally, I asked her a question about it. And I'll never forget her response because she just looked at me, leaned in, and I kid you not, she said, "We don't concern ourselves with politics. It's beneath us."
Now, I'm not scared to ask for clarification. I prefer specificity. So, I got her to elaborate on the point. And what she said was that they were already structured in such a way that political outcomes didn't matter to them. They had entities in key jurisdictions, the right asset protection vehicles in place, and wealth was domiciled in the most stable countries possible. Places that can withstand political pressure and changes in political sentiment. And so, they didn't get caught up in the political movements or what was happening at the micro level, at least what they consider to be the micro level.
And the main takeaway from this is that you need to have your affairs in order before it matters because if you wait, your assets could be subjected to changes that you disagree with or that greatly disadvantage you, or your family, or your money. So, take action and get your affairs in order before it matters.
Billionaire number two. This guy is a bit different. He is a very well-known international investor with a track record spanning half a century. We've met a few different times, and whenever he speaks, I just stay locked in and listen. Because what I've found is that the best takeaways from him, and frankly all of the people we're talking about, they're often passing comments that most people wouldn't even pick up on, such as which private banks send the best Christmas cards, or which lawyers in which countries remember a spouse's birthday. And it's often these little signals that can tell you more about what people do than even what they'll say, especially when it comes to where and how their wealth is structured.
Now, like all of the people that we're going to be talking about, this guy can choose to move his money anywhere. He's not constrained by normal requirements, but what's interesting is that you, and basically anyone watching this video, can put your money and investments in the exact same places as him and get the exact same benefits and protections. And you don't need to be a billionaire to do it.
One time when I was driving with this gentleman to an event, he explained to me his philosophy for choosing where to domicile his assets. And it was almost entirely based on the historical performance of countries during times of instability and conflict, and especially how those countries stood up to international pressure during those periods.
Now, the takeaway here is that you need to choose the strongest jurisdictions to domicile your wealth that can withstand both pressure and uncertainty. But frankly, that's not the sort of thing that you can find in most offshore jurisdictions, especially small banking hubs that have little to no leverage in the world of global finance. And as a quick note here, if you want a team of experts to help you figure out where to protect your wealth based on your specific profile and your exact goals, you can just click the link in the description, share a few details, and then book a call with our team to see if it's a good fit.
Okay, now billionaire number three. This guy, he isn't actually a billionaire. He's only worth around 100 to 150 million, but he does manage over 10 billion dollars in assets for his clients, so I'm including him on this list anyway. Now, I first met this guy a few years back at a private meeting in the Midwestern United States. I knew who he was and what he had accomplished, but I wasn't really expecting too much from the meeting, but I was very impressed. I ended up getting a master class in how to think about geopolitics, global stability, and sourcing reliable information. And that was the key.
See, this guy was a bit of a power player in US politics and media at the time, and he explained which media sources he trusted for reliable insights on the international stage. Spoiler alert, it's not CNN, BBC, MSNBC, Fox, or any other mainstream media that you'll find in Western countries. And what he then said really hammered it home for me. The information that we're being sold is biased towards domestic agendas. It's not independent, reliable, or even based on facts.
Now, I'm sure that's not that big of a surprise to anybody watching this video, but the point is to stay informed. And remember, this guy's managing over $10 billion in client assets. He says, "You need trusted sources that can help you think correctly and act intelligently." And the takeaway here from a banking perspective is that you need access to trusted information to make smart decisions. Otherwise, you're basing your choices on biased information that isn't aligned with reality. And if you're doing that, you might just be better off doing nothing at all.
Okay. Now, billionaire number four. This is one of the most shocking people I've ever met in my life. I'll spare you the details, but let me just say he's brash, intense, and he will not stop until he gets what he wants, which I guess is a trait that any self-made billionaire probably possesses. Otherwise, they wouldn't have reached the level of financial success that they have.
Now, I had a number of dealings with this billionaire over the years. But, this specific takeaway comes from a conversation we had over lunch in Singapore. We were discussing the details of one of the projects he was investing in, and he explained the negotiation process that he went through to secure the terms that he wanted. Now, obviously, when you're a billionaire, you tend to have more leverage in any business negotiation. But, this guy took it to a different level for one simple reason. He didn't care. He was happy to walk away because the only thing that mattered to him was protecting his own interests. And that's exactly how he handled every single interaction and business dealing that I ever observed, including with private banks and wealth managers.
So, the takeaway here that you can apply to your own situation is that you need to negotiate to protect your own interests because no bank or wealth manager is going to do it for you. And in the world of private banking and wealth management, that often means negotiating the lowest fees possible or even negotiating access to a wider range of products and services. But, frankly, that can be very tough to do on your own. Though, if you do end up using our services for private banking and wealth management, we'll gladly help you negotiate and navigate those fee discussions to ensure you get the best possible outcome for you.
Okay, now, billionaire number five. This is another family dynasty, but unlike a lot of the other people that we've been discussing, these guys, they didn't have anything to do with commodities or investing. Instead, their wealth comes from the automotive industry. Now, I haven't spoken with them in a while, but I used to deal with them quite a bit, and I have a lot of respect for how they manage and structure their wealth because unlike a lot of people that I encounter, they tend to lean upmarket. Meaning, when it comes to choosing which institutions, advisors, even structures to use, they would generally just ask, "What's the best possible option here?" And then do that.
And while you might think that most billionaires would do the same since money's not really an issue, you'd be surprised how many still want to pinch pennies. In any case, this family, they didn't do that. And I dealt with them in a few different instances where I saw this in action. Choosing the most reputable firms, banks, and investment managers to help on specific projects. And when you take a step back, it seems pretty obvious that you would want to deal with the best options available. I mean, why would you ever actively choose to deal with the second best bank or the second best lawyer? That wouldn't even make any sense.
But this is exactly what we see people doing every single day when it comes to choosing where to bank and even which banks to use, which is why the takeaway here is that you should use the best countries and the best banks that you can access based on your specific profile, your deposit, and your goals. Because if you don't do that, then you're just setting yourself up for lower returns, less protection, less privacy, and even worse customer service. And that's not what we want for you, and it's not what you should want for yourself, either.
And like I said, if you want us to guide you through those options, help you figure out exactly where to open and what are the actual best banks and countries that you can access based on your situation, just click the link in the description. Or if you want to just know which country I think is at the top of the list when it comes to security and protection for the vast majority of people out there, just go watch this video right here where I share the country and I'll tell you how to go about opening an account for yourself.