Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

Effective advisor communication is very important. In many cases, what an advisor says and what the client hears are two different things. Bob talk about the differences and how you can keep that from being a problem.

Tony Joe and Bob talk about what you should be careful of when buying a used car.

The right diversification strategy is key to a successful investment plan, but there is one major mistake investors often make. Bob explains what it is and how to avoid it.

Bob and college admissions expert John Hupalo discuss the impact of declining enrollment. Is it just a temporary dip, or the beginning of a major shift in how consumers approach higher education?

Bob talks about the 4 most important steps you need to take while looking for a new job.

Bob explains why Social Security was created, how the program accumulated so much money, and why it is now facing serious financial challenges.

Your car’s air conditioner made it through another brutal summer, but does that mean it’s in the clear? Bob and Tony Joe discuss the warning signs your AC may be giving you and why waiting until it breaks could be a costly mistake.

Getting out of credit card debt means paying more and finding ways to lower your interest costs. Bob discusses whether an older credit card or a newer, benefit-rich card can better help you reach that goal.

Bob talks with Crown Financial Ministries CEO Chuck Bentley about two big questions: America’s growing debt problem and the prosperity gospel. They discuss what these issues mean and why they deserve a closer look.

Car loan refinancing is on the rise. Bob discusses the pros and cons of banks and credit unions and what you need to know when choosing the right lender.

It could be a great time to refinance your car loan, but a lower payment does not always mean a better deal. Bob explains the pitfalls of interest and refinancing and what to consider when looking for the best deal.

Bob and Tony Joe talk about gas saving tips.

Bob breaks down what you need to know about America’s $39 trillion debt problem, the government’s growing appetite for borrowing, and what it could mean for the dollar and gold.

Bob discusses how countries can use interest rates as financial weapons and what the consequences could look like for the economy and investors.

Investors are reportedly holding trillions of dollars in cash. Is that a good or bad thing? Bob discusses the importance of cash in retirement and where you should consider holding it.