Financial Markets – March to a Million

Private Credit Risks: What Investors Need to Know Before It Spreads (Ep. 60)

By March to a Million | April 1, 2026

Markets often look stable until they are not.

What risks are quietly building beneath the surface, and how could they impact your future?

In this episode, Greg DuPont, Founder of Wealth Solutions Network, breaks down the rapid rise of private credit and why it is gaining attention across the financial system. He explains how this $3.5 trillion market grew after banks pulled back from lending and why it now plays a major role in portfolios. Greg also outlines the risks tied to limited transparency, liquidity constraints, and valuation concerns.

Additionally, Greg shares steps investors can take to review exposure and strengthen their financial positioning.

Key takeaways:

How private credit replaced traditional bank lending after regulatory shifts following the 2008 crisis
Why limited transparency and internal pricing models can mask real risks in private credit funds
How withdrawal limits and fund gating reveal liquidity challenges during periods of stress
Why exposure may already exist inside pensions, insurance products, and retirement accounts
What steps investors can take to review holdings, diversify assets, and assess risk tolerance
And more!

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What Wildfires and Political Changes Mean for Your Financial Strategy (Ep. 42)

By March to a Million | February 5, 2025

How do current events, from wildfires to political promises, shape our financial landscape?

In this episode, Greg DuPont dives into the intricate connections between California wildfires, the emergence of Trump 2.0, and innovations in government efficiency. He explores how these seemingly disparate events interconnect and influence lives and financial markets.

Greg discusses:

(02:06) The devastating impact of California wildfires
(06:17) How advisors can support clients who’ve lost everything
(09:20) Analyzing Trump 2.0’s goals and their economic ramifications
(09:48) The potential for new technologies in construction and government
(16:41) Immigration policies and workforce implications
And more

With actionable insights and an engaging dialogue, this episode encourages listeners to reflect on how major societal shifts might shape personal and professional futures.