Traditional Investing is Dead
Many people wonder if the stock market is their only vehicle for investment. Investment advisors are asked this very question but many are only able to offer conventional investment instruments such as mutual funds, index funds, options, etc. However, there are many other ways for people to invest beyond the stock market. Douglas Muir will share his experiences with these investment vehicles and how he was able to increase his profile while minimizing his risk. Family Business Funding (FBF) is an SEC Reg. D 506 C Private Placement Fund. It is considered a High Yield Fixed Income Alternative Investment Vehicle for Family Offices and Accredited Investors. The underlying assets are Merchant Cash Advance debt, dedicated to ensuring that Main Street Small Businesses have access to the capital they need to grow and strengthen the economy. Created by small business owners for small business owners, FBF's mission is twofold; to create an alternative investment vehicle while giving access to affordable cash flow to small businesses using innovative financing solutions. The information contained in this video podcast is for informational purposes, and should not be regarded as an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security in any jurisdiction where such an offer or solicitation would be in violation of any local laws. Douglas Muir is not a financial advisor. It does not constitute a recommendation or take into account the particular investment objectives, financial conditions, or needs of specific investors. The price and value of the investments referred to in these podcast episodes and the income from such investments may fluctuate, and investors may realize losses on these investments, including a loss of principal. Past performance is not indicative or a guarantee of future performance. We do not provide tax, accounting, or legal advice to our clients, and all investors are advised to consult with their tax, accounting, or legal advisers regarding any potential investment. The information and any opinions contained in this communication have been obtained from sources that we consider reliable, but we do not represent such information and opinions are accurate or complete, and thus should not be relied upon as such.
Episodes
44 episodes
Syndication: An Investment Approach
Family Business Funding CEO & Founder, Douglas Muir has been eager to introduce the unique investment opportunity, syndication. This new approach will allow you to invest right alongside Family Business Funding with the potential to reach a...
The Jobs Report, Inflation & the Dollar
After the release of the latest U.S. Jobs Report, Family Business Funding CEO & Founder, Douglas Muir explains how the information COULD affect inflation & interest rates. Listen as he details the process of a dollar entering the system...
FOMC Update: July 2023
There were some unexpected numbers last week between the Federal Open Market Committee meeting and the GDP from Q2. Watch Family Business Funding's CEO & Founder, Doug Muir as he talks about what this means for us. Do you agree with his pre...
CPI & PPI: How They Affect Us
Watch as Family Business Funding CEO & Founder, Doug Muir talks about the recent PPI & CPI reports and his predictions for the FOMC meeting at the end of July.
GDP Update: May 3, 2023
Douglas Muir defines and reviews the most recent Federal Funds Rate, Gross Domestic Product and Mortgage Rate as it applies to investors and small business owners.
Alternative Investments & Accredited Investors Explained
Welcome to all of our new followers! Let's take this opportunity to get back to the basics. Watch as Family Business Funding CEO & Founder explains alternative investments and accredited investors in simple terms. Have questions? Email them...
Big Banks and Small Businesses
Private Credit/Merchant Cash Advance company, Family Business Funding CEO & Founder, Douglas Muir reflects on the current situation regarding big banks and how it could affect small businesses. NEW! Email your questions for Dou...
Douglas Muir's Take on the Big Bank Crisis
Douglas Muir and Traditional Investing is Dead are back with a new episode and a new company name! Watch Family Business Funding Founder & CEO discuss the current banking situation, what it means for you and how it has affected alternative ...
November 30th, 2022 Fed Announcement and How it Affects the Economy
Family Business Fund founder and CEO Douglas Muir discusses the most recent announcement from the Federal Reserve and explains in layman's terms the effects on our economy and daily American life.
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Alternative Investments Stay Solid Despite High CPI
Family Business Fund CEO & Founder, Douglas Muir reviews the latest CPI Report and reviews his personal portfolio.
Family Business Fund President, Rob Masri Explains How We Derisk In 4 Simple Steps
Learn about the inner workings of the Family Business Fund and how we reduce risk on multiple fronts as explained by FBF President, Rob Masri.
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The Fed Raises Rates Again - What You Should Expect
Family Business Fund Founder & CEO, Douglas Muir talks about what you can expect since the Federal Reserve's third rate hike this year.
What is an Accredited Investor & How Does it Relate to the Family Business Fund?
Are you an accredited investor? Did you know that in order to invest with the Family Business Fund, you must meet certain credentials? Watch as Family Business Fund Founder & CEO, Douglas Muir explains.
Interview with Peter Harrigan, CEO & Co-Founder of Grey Swan Digital, and Experienced Trader
Family Business Fund Founder & CEO interviews Peter Harrigan, CEO and Co-Founder of Grey Swan Digital which developed the technology behind Outcome Trading, an intuitive and visual platform that anyone can understand, re-engineering the $60...
Part 3 of 3 Merchant Cash Advances with Rob Masri: What Are They & How Do They Relate to FBF?
What are you investing in when you invest with the Family Business Fund? Learn about the Family Business Fund's underlying asset, Merchant Cash Advances directly from our President, Rob Masri.
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Different Types of Credit: Part 2 of 3
Alternative Investment Expert Douglas Muir discusses the different types of public and private credit in real-world terms in an effort to educate investors about what The Family Business Fund is. Look for Part 3 next week where we will get spec...
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Weekly Update with Alternative Investment Expert, Douglas Muir (Part 1 of 3)
Family Business Fund Founder & CEO Douglas Muir recaps the week of 7/25/22. Listen as he touches on how the recession could affect multiple aspects of our financial lives such as the stock market, mortgages, credit cards and savings account...
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Sedona Interview with Robert Peters, Family Business Fund Investor
Looking for alternative investment ideas? Douglas interviews Investor Robert Peters during the Investor Retreat in Sedona, Arizona. Listen as they talk about why they prefer Alternative Investments and what types they are invested in.
Zoom Interview with Family Business Fund President and Investor, Rob Masri, ESQ
Find out what the Family Business Fund President, Rob Masri, ESQ has to say about the current inflation in the U.S. and what it may mean for Americans and investors during this Zoom interview with FBF Founder and CEO, Douglas Muir.
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7/1/22 Weekly Market Update
Check out this weekly market update with Family Business Fund Founder & CEO, Douglas Muir.
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How is Growing Inflation Affecting Investors?
Douglas is back with another weekly market update after the latest inflation rate announcement. Listen to learn what is causing these changes and how they are affecting investors.
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Investor Jerry Hull's Zoom Interview
Listen as Douglas talks with Family Business Fund Investor Jerry Hull about getting out of the stock market and some of his newest alternative investments.
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Interview with FBF Investor, Bill Daly in Sedona, AZ
During the 2nd annual Investor Retreat in beautiful Sedona, Douglas talks to Bill Daly about his long history as an investor, the alternative investments he is currently in, what intrigued him when he heard about the Family Business Fund, and w...
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Interview with Peggy Van De Plassche, Business Advisor, Investor, Financial Services & Tech Expert
Listen as Peggy and Douglas talk about their own personal investment portfolios, why Financial Advisors sometimes avoid alternative investments, and the differences between investing in Canada and America.
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Valeria Bisenti, Managing Director of IT, PART 2: Tech in Finance, Underwriting Apps and AI
Part 2 of 2: Douglas Muir, CEO of The Family Business Fund, talks to IT Director Valeria Bisenti about how technology has changed in the finance world, how our underwriting process has changed and improved over the past year.
