Attendees braved the snowy, frigid Norwegian air to hear the WMI story at the historic and classically European Edderkoppen theatre. Among this group were over 150 existing WMI Members and Consultants, along with scores of interested entrepreneurs, each eager to learn about WMI’s host of financial, health and personal empowerment solutions.

Conducted by WMI’s CEO and Co-Founder, Kip Herriage, the event served as a full-on business demonstration of Wealth Masters’ diverse product suite. The day included a screening of WMI’s powerful documentary, “The Conspiracy Against Your Money”. Event Coordinator, and Norway’s very first WMI Consultant, Per Gunnar Hoem offers perspective; “Kip got right down to business and started off the day with a bang! The crowd was electric and the momentum never seemed to die. They knew right from the beginning how these products could benefit them and their families.”

Throughout the day-long event attendees were introduced to WMI’s inventory of world class solutions designed to educate and empower users through wealth, health, and wisdom, while also offering our unmatched entrepreneurial opportunity. Over the next two days, participants were invited back for personal sessions with Kip, Per Gunnar and his incredible team of Scandinavian leaders. “When Karl and I founded Wealth Masters we knew we wanted to deliver a truly International impact. Since that time the worldwide response has been massive and we are resolute in our commitment to supporting it by any means necessary,” said Kip.

WMI Opens Our First European Office

To service the growing Scandinavian Member base WMI also announced the launch of a dedicated office in Norway scheduled to open in March. The office will be staffed and managed by WMI Consultants and recognized financial experts throughout Norway. Wealth Masters will now continue its 2010 World Tour with appearances in Australia this week and Canada in early March.

As the global economic outlook becomes increasingly uncertain, individuals across the globe continue to turn to Wealth Masters International for guidance. The Company looks forward to seeing you at one of our International events in 2010 and beyond!

details here: http://wmiblog.com/

Kip

First….a very Happy New Year to everyone!

It’s incredible realizing that we are wrapping up the company’s 5^th year. We’ve gone from having just 10 Members in our first month to over 20,000 (in over 30 countries) as we begin 2010. Back in 2005, Karl and I had no idea exactly how fast we would grow, but deep down we knew that as long as we remained committed to building WMI with integrity that we had the potential to attract the worlds best marketers, which in turn would allow us the opportunity to serve Members from all walks of life with our holistic approach to world class education in Wealth, Health and Wisdom. The fact that we are now an industry leader proves that we are on the right track.

For those of you with kids, you know how fast time flies. It seems like just yesterday that Cindy and I were holding our two boys as newborns. Now, Tyler and Sam are 17 and 13, and I find myself wondering where all of those years went. Finding this industry (in 1999) has given me the opportunity…and the time…to create memories and experiences that I otherwise would have never had. I know I speak for most of you reading this as well. Now, as we head into a new decade, our thoughts turn to goal setting and our plans to make 2010 the best year ever.

As you’ve heard and read about, WMI has some ground breaking developments in store for each of you, from both a Member and Consultant point of view. Thanks to Carbon Copy Pro, thousands of entrepreneurs have had the ability to learn internet marketing from the absolute best in the business. We all have Jay and Aaron (along with the entire Pro leadership team) to thank for this, and their plans for 2010 will only increase your ability to earn record incomes going forward.   

With our knowledge of what’s coming down the pipe, I predict that 2010 will be the most important year of your business career. I am often reminded of a favorite quote from Napoleon Hill, and from our point of view, it’s more appropriate now than ever; “Every person who wins in any undertaking must be willing to cut all sources of retreat. Only by doing so can one be sure of maintaining that state of mind known as a burning desire to win, essential to success.”  

“Cut all sources of retreat…with a burning desire to win”…what a powerful thought process! And, it’s a mindset shared by every top leader in WMI. Karl and I adopted this mindset over a decade ago, and in early 2009 it was the primary motivation behind our decision to launch a “traditional” marketing approach with Wealth Masters. We didn’t enter into this decision lightly. It was well researched, well thought out, and trust me on this…very well funded. And, talk about a win-win. CCPro’s unmatched online marketing expertise plus our new offline marketing approach. What we are about to unveil is centered around WMI’s new product line, featuring the 1% Solution and The Conspiracy Against Your Money documentary, along with our built from the ground floor up marketing division. We’ve had the air attack covered for years with CCPro… and now we will have the ground attack covered as well.

Make no mistake about it….this will be the first time that this level of marketing expertise has been combined in one company in the direct sales arena, and it’s the reason that you’ve heard all of the industry buzz about Wealth Masters as we head into 2010.

We truly look forward to an amazing New Year together. This has the potential to be the most important year of your life, so make sure you are involved at the ground floor as we launch everything that is the “New WMI” on January 30^th, here in Houston, TX.

The reality...the sad reality... is that most people go about setting goals in a way thats guaranteed that they will never achieve them. The majority focus on their past; what they either didn't do, or what they did wrong. Then they go about trying to correct those "mistakes" in the new year. Big mistake.

You see, it's by focusing on the negatives in your life that you almost insure that you will repeat those same mistakes....time and time again. Instead, what if you were to focus on what you actually want out of life? Think about it this way; Your emotions...and your thoughts...act as a magnet to your reality.

Whatever you think about....you will most certainly bring about.  

Join us in Houston. Together we will make 2010 your best year ever.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2ly_cGS_3k

Hope to see you soon.

Kip 

Having said that, it is incredibly important to have a clear view of the macro environment...how is the overall economy (both in the US and globally) doing and how is it expected to do in the months to come? So...lets start there. It is vital that you understand this subject and where we are headed over the next 1-3-5...and maybe even 8- 10 years.  

Long term, I am very concerned about the health of both the US and global economies. Sure, China has held up incredibly well, but outside of this still communist country and maybe Brazil and Australia, there aren't many bright spots to be found around the world. And, once you dig a little deeper into China you will discover that if it were not for their massive government stimulus programs (which were more than twice as large as the US taxpayer funded bailouts), China would be in a serious recession as well. Of course, commodity rich countries, like Brazil, Canada, Australia, etc., have done well and for obvious reasons; the stuff they are able to extract from the ground has given them lots of valuable exports and reciprocal income. The truth is, if it were not for China and their decision to provide a foundation for the weakest global economy since the 1930's, we would likely be witnessing a global depression right now.         

As we enter 2010 the question remains; what happens when the "funny money" runs out? After all, at some point governments around the world will be unable to continue printing and passing out money to replace the spending that consumers are responsible for. And we know that consumers are still spending very little money...thats what happens when they don't have jobs. In the US, over 70% of our economy is driven by consumerism...the stuff that we buy. Globally, these percentages vary from as low as 40% to our high levels domestically.

Here's my prediction for 2010 on this most important of questions; As it becomes more and more clear that the US economy is incapable of bouncing back on its own, look for additional stimulus programs to be announced. And this exact scenario will play out around the globe. So, don't be surprised to see these idiotic decisions by the powers that be to move stock markets higher in the short term. In fact, this is one of the reasons that our markets continue to rise today, in anticipation of just this sort of action. These moves are already being made in Japan, which just announced a one trillion (yen) stimulus program tonight. And who knows, these massive bailout programs may propel stock markets higher for months to come. Following the 1929 crash, the government launched one bailout after another until many were convinced that the worst was behind us, only to see the stock market drop nearly 90% in the years to come. In Japan they have repeated just about every page from our 1930's playbook only to see their stock market drop from 38,000 to 8,000...80% + over a 10 year period. This has pushed their debt to levels that make it clear it can never be repaid. And once Japan begins to default, which will begin to happen once interest rates begin to rise, a domino effect will unfold globally with such speed and force that it will be breathtaking in its magnitude.

And this is the key....rising interest rates. Folks, they are on their way and they cannot be stopped. Hyperinflation is a word that few know or understand, but in the years to come it will become a household name...and it will bring a level of fear and panic that make the last couple of years look tame in comparison.

This is why I continue to discuss, educate about and recommend the Armageddon Trade to VRA subscribers. This is why we own gold and silver, gold and silver mining stocks, and its why we are short 30 year Treasury bonds. This trade will be one of the most lucrative of the next 5 years and one that I strongly believe should be a core holding for every portfolio.

This is the central plot line for the $50 trillion wealth transfer. The greatest transfer of wealth in history has begun....make sure you are prepared.

With crisis comes opportunity. In this case, a once in a multi-century opportunity. 

Kip      

Over the last two months we’ve been sending a series of emails about our world-class gathering of the brightest minds on the planet ….each a different chapter in a book that has the potential to dramatically impact the rest of your life. But only if you are in attendance… 

Many of you have been counting down the days, hours, minutes until the m2…and for good reason.

Sure, WMI is giving away TWO homes valued at $150-200k, and sure, you will have the opportunity to walk away with thousands of dollars in cold hard cash, or with scores of gold and silver and silver coins in your pockets, but these reasons barely scratch the surface as to why you should attend.  

Simply put, this is our most important event to date. The greatest transfer of wealth in history is underway and over $50 trillion will change hands over the course of the next 5 years. Based on the insiders secrets that will be shared privately with you during these 4 days, you have the opportunity to capture more than your share of this once in a lifetime, generational wealth opportunity. 

Here is a brief recap of just some of the world-class speakers we have in store for you: 

Peter Schiff is a world renowned economist, author, and commentator who was an economic advisor for Ron Paul’s campaign. Peter predicted the U.S. housing bubble, subprime mortgage crisis, and overall economic meltdown. A regular on prominent US financial news programs, his eerily accurate predictions have commentators dubbing him the “Nostradamus of US Finance”. 

Wayne Allyn Root was the 2008 Libertarian Party Vice Presidential Nominee. Wayne  is WMI’s Senior Economic Advisor and has achieved world-wide acclaim as a CEO, entrepreneur, and trail blazing politician.  He is the creator, executive producer and star of “Wayne Root’s Winning EDGE” national TV and radio shows.  He was a former anchorman and TV host on Financial News Network (now known as CNBC). 

Dakota Root daughter of Wayne Allyn Root this young Olympic hopeful is a world class fencing champion driven by an ambitious competitive spirit. At the young age of 17 her resume already includes a Presidential nomination speech, two perfect SAT scores (reading & writing), and a black belt in karate. Dakota stands as a role model to home schooled children everywhere and is currently being courted by prestigious Ivy League Universities such as Harvard, Yale, and Princeton. 

Marc Bruner has created over $10 billion in shareholder value through the companies he has personally founded. Included among these is Ultra Petroleum, which went from less than $1 dollar per share to $200 per share in less than 10 years. He is recognized globally as a pioneer in founding and developing unconventional energy companies. At this m2, Marc will be discussing his current companies and his views on where the next fortunes in the oil and gas industry will be made. If you are serious about the opportunity to build massive wealth, this is a presentation you cannot miss. 

 Andy Andrews is hailed by a New York Times writer as a “modern-day Will Rogers who has quietly become one of the most influential people in America.”  Andrews is renowned as an internationally-known speaker and a novelist who has incorporated his heartening personal story with the life-changing experience that quickly followed.  By age 19 Andrews had already lost both his parents and soon found himself living in the streets.  It was during those trying times that Andrews formulated “The Seven Decisions” a life-altering tool that transformed his life.  

Jeffery Combs is the Founder and President of Golden Mastermind Seminars. This marketing guru has committed himself to helping people change the way they act and feel in order to achieve their goals and dreams. He knows first-hand what it’s like to ride the rollercoaster of success and failure. Look for Jeff’s passion and unique abilities to assist you with the lifestyle you’ve been searching for. 

Gwen Olsen is recognized as the Rx Reformer and is the author of the best-selling autobiography, Confessions of an Rx Drug Pusher.  Olsen spent more than a decade as a sales rep in the pharmaceutical industry and learned firsthand how an unprecedented number of lethal drugs are unleashed into the market.  She became a victim to antidepressants and lives now as both a survivor and advocate against psychiatric abuse. Gwen will completely change the way you view the prescription drug industry. 

Mike Maloney is the owner and founder of GoldSilver.com and has been the precious metals investment advisor to Robert Kiyosaki, who is the author of one of the most successful financial books in history, Rich Dad, Poor Dad.  Maloney himself is the author of Guide to Investing in Gold and Silver, which is a part of Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad’s Advisors series of books.  Routinely considered the most sought after precious metals expert in the world, no one is more passionate about the opportunities that exist through gold and silver. 

Peter Bielagus is a licensed financial advisor, is the author of Getting Loaded: A Complete Personal Finance Guide For Students and Young Professionals, has appeared on radio and television shows nationwide, and writes a personal finance column for Boston.com and the Boston Globe’s website newsletter.  Knowing what it is like to be stuck in a financial struggle and bind, Bielagus is the prime example of being debt free and well into financial security.  

Deanna Latson It was when Deanna’s very own family fell ill with life threatening diseases that she devoted her entire life to change her educational focus towards nutrition.  As the Co-Founder of the Good Thinking Company, a provider of success-orientated services, products, and experiences, and Deanna has been delivering her powerful, life altering message for over 20 years.  Deanna is WMI’s resident health expert! 

G. Edward Griffin is a best selling author and documentary film producer with many successful titles to his credit.  Listed in Who’s Who in America, he is well known because of his talent for researching difficult topics and presenting them in clear terms that all can understand.  He is the author of The Creature from Jekyll Island, which is a gripping adventure into the secret world of the international banking cartel and is a must read about central bank power. 

Scott Letourneau has helped over 5,000 entreprenuers worldwide during the last 12 years to get off to a fast start to profits in their business, with his turn-key system to incorporation.  He is known for his direct, brutally honest advice to cut through all the misconceptions about structuring businesses properly. Scott will change the way you understand incorporation, and protecting your assets and business. 

Shelli Ivey will be leading the Health Acceleration Program in the mornings to get your blood really flowing and get you ready for the day.  She started in aerobics for 8 years, was a dance instructor for 10 years, and has received certification in step, kick boxing, weight lifting, yoga, Pilates, aqua, spin, and circuit training.  

Alan Andrus is an experienced market strategist who helped transform a small startup from a penny stock into a billion dollar company. He now trains thousands of individuals ranging from beginners to experts from all across the globe on how to become successful real estate investors. Alan’s expertise in the market, and his unique ability to understand the current trends will give you great insight into what options you should take to secure your future.  

Kristen Kutchem has a wealth of experience as a successful trader and holds 7 FNRA licenses in several states. When she isn’t rooting for her beloved St. Louis Cardinals she travels to preach the benefits of foreign currency, precious metals, foreign stocks, and bonds to eager audiences across the globe.  

Walter Young specializes in creating wealth enhancement strategies for families by applying successful corporate cash-flow management tools and making them available to households. He possesses a unique blend of financial consulting experience with customized strategies catered to the individual. Walter will share his famous program with you, known to have catapulted his clients to long-term sustained wealth.  

Kip Herriage was previously Vice President, Financial Planner, and Money Manager of one of the largest U.S. investment firms for over 15 years.  As the CEO and Co-Founder of Wealth Masters International, as well as the Publisher and Editor of the Vertical Research Advisory, Kip will introduce you to a level of Wall Street insider knowledge that few will ever discover. 

Karl Bessey was a blue-collar worker, spending 22 years as an underground coal miner in Utah.  After 18 years in the industry, he decided to do something that would help him achieve the goals he had always dreamed of in life.  He was introduced to the direct sales arena and in two and a half months was able to fire his boss, ultimately becoming a multi-million producer.  As the President and Co-Founder of Wealth Masters International, he is able to convey his expertise as an award-winning marketing and top producer.  

The largest transfer of wealth in history has begun. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to witness the most powerful and engaging cast in m2 history.  Keep an eye out for emails regarding the latest updates as we continue to provide our Members and Consultants with exclusive access to the best knowledge in the business. Remember, the deadline is October 30^th……we will see you in Vegas!

Your WMI Team

As I've been writing, Dow 10,000 was a certainty, and it doesn't look like this rally is close to being over. There is simply too much strength in the primary leadership....the techs and financials. How much higher can this rally take us? Quite possibly to 10500 or even 11000. Folks, with interest rates at essentially zero, and with the 30 year Treasury paying not even 4%, money managers around the globe MUST chase performance...or risk losing their jobs. On top of this, the next 5-6 months are historically the best time to be invested in stocks....in fact over 90% of all market gains occur during this time frame.

As I've been saying since the March lows, fighting the tape and fighting the FED is almost always a losing battle. This bear market rally is truly one for the record books, and it will end....but not for a while longer.

My best guess is that in the first half of 2010 we will begin to see the damage done by $100 trillion in debt, a crashing dollar, rising rates and inflation. We are in fact seeing the early stages of hyperinflation right now...and don't be surprised to see stocks continue to head higher even when interest rates begin to rise....stocks historically rally through the first 3 times that the FED raises interest rates. However, once rates once again begin to skyrocket (due to a crashing US$), our scary reality will begin to sink in.

Precious metals

Gold continues to make new all-time highs and silver is following closely behind it. Don't listen to those that say that they have moved too far too fast because this move has only just begun. We are headed to $2500 in gold sooner than just about anyone will believe...and it won't stop there.  

Continue to buy gold and silver coins and bars. Buy them every chance you get and don't concern yourself with the price you have to pay....these prices will be a bargain in the months and years to come.

I first recommended gold and silver in 2002 and I will likely be recommending it in 2012. Hyperinflation is going to change everything folks....its nothing short of the largest transfer of wealth in history. Unfortunately for those of us in the U.S., we will be the target of this once-in-a-century event.  

However...the events of this weekend could also signal a quick return of the bear. A full-blown trade war may have just erupted between the US and China after Beijing accused Washington of “rampant protectionism” for imposing heavy duties on imported Chinese tires late Friday. 

In Obama's first big test on protectionism (which was one of the major reasons the Great Depression lasted a full decade) the President sided with Americas unions, which have been complaining that a “surge” in imports of Chinese-made tires have caused 7,000 job losses among US factory workers.

China’s minister of commerce went so far as to condemn the decision, saying that it “sends the wrong signal to the world” at a time when the US and China should be cooperating to deal with the worst economic and financial crisis since the 1930's. He went on to say "This is a grave act of trade protectionism...", strong words indeed. Whether this leads to anything significant, like the Chinese selling some of their trillions in US dollar and govt. debt remains to be seen, but in no way can this be considered good news for US markets.

Still, every sell-off since March has been met with strong buying, and with over $3.5 trillion sitting in US money markets (earning next to nothing), we should not be surprised if this continues to be the case. I know I sound like a broken record, but as long as we remain comfortably above the 50 and 200 day moving averages, the path of least resistance will continue to be up, as the charts below indicate (from Cash Flow).   

There remains a huge conflict between the fundamentals and the price action of the markets.  TrimTabs warned last week that insider selling was at the highest level since May 2008. For every insider buying there were 30.6 insiders selling their stock... and who should know better about the future prospects of a company than the people that are running it?

A great example of fundamentals deviating from a bullish stock market are the number of banks  on government life support. Three more banks bit the dust on Friday-- regulators closed the Chicago based Corus Bank with $7 billion in assets. In Minnesota the Brickwell Community Bank was closed and the Venture Bank of Lacy Washington was closed. The FDIC said the three closings would cost the FDIC fund $2 billion. This brings the total to 92 banks closed in 2009 with many more on the way.

James Bianco-- former researcher at UBS Securities and equity technical analyst with First Boston and Shearson Lehman Brothers--figured bailout spending was equal to the inflation-adjusted cost of the Marshall Plan, Louisiana Purchase, Race to the Moon, S&L Crisis, Korean War, New Deal, Iraq invasion, Vietnam, and NASA - COMBINED. 

All that spending originates as borrowing, and there's no way it'll ever be repaid. It will be inflated away by the Federal Reserve's dollar printing... eroding the value of the money in your pocket, in your bank account, and ultimately in the value of your stocks. Again, this is why we own precious metals.

Gold prices rose again to close just over $1005---a level that had been strong resistance for the last 18 months. Gold is rising due to higher demand, lower sales from central banks and because of the collapsing dollar. As a dollar denominated commodity, gold trades as a direct result of the value of the U.S. dollar.

The dollar index fell again on Friday to close at 76.60---a new 52-week low. The worries over the growing U.S. deficit and the amount of debt created to bail out the financial system is reducing the value of the dollar at free fall speed and there is little on the horizon beside a rapid rise in interest rates that will check that fall. There is zero doubt in my mind that we will see a rapid move higher in interest rates...which will ultimately result in hyperinflation. Don't concern yourself with the scores of economists that are predicting low rates and low inflation...or even deflation. In my 24 years of market research I have yet to see a single year when the majority of economists were right....not ONE single year. Their hindsight seems brilliant but their crystal balls are an embarrassment.

Kip     

Total Value...$150k to 200k…which is probably still too low of an estimate. We will have a full film crew there to capture the moment when we give the keys to the new owners…off the charts exciting. I don’t know about you but I never had the opportunity to win a free home. Free oven mitts once, but never a home.   

Over the next few weeks our staff will be sending emails to everyone in WMI (each with new details) about this m2 every 5 days or so. Together, they will paint a clear picture for first time attendees, as well as for repeaters, as to why this m2 is such an important event. Hint: we’re giving away much more than just two homes. By attending, you will also be the first to find out how your income is going to skyrocket in 2010. From inception, one of our primary goals has been to create 500 “enlightened millionaires”, including taking WMI public. You might be surprised to find out how close we are to making this a reality…and turning your stock options into a valuable commodity.   

So, stay tuned and read each “chapter” as it arrives in your inbox. This is an event that you have to attend…as you’re beginning to see. 

Finally, I just wrapped up the best summer I think I can remember. Our youngest (Sam) made the All Star team and we were one win away from winning State (Texas), and then ESPN and the Little League World Series. The best team doesn’t always win…something that we discovered when the other side hit a grand slam in the last inning (to win by one run). But what an incredible time we had…and great memories and life lessons for Sam.

Our oldest (Tyler) just started his senior year in high school, and as you can see below we wrapped up our summer in Maui. Tyler was invited to a college baseball showcase in Maui, so we were forced to turn it into a vacation…darn it. As you can tell, we are a baseball family through and through. 

As everyone wraps up their own summer, I hope yours was great as well. We’re now entering the most lucrative part of the year for entrepreneurs (September – May), and I look forward to helping each of you reach your goals. Let’s make it happen together. 

Your partner in WMI,