Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

How Are Banks Connecting With Consumers Who Are Struggling Financially?

The consumer is struggling. JD Power released its latest study and finds that Banks are the likely place for consumers to get help.  Jennifer White - senior director for banking and payments intelligence with JD Power is Bob's special guest today. 

 

De-Escalation or World War III

Will this event become a significant turning point in history, or will it merely be another series of fighting, followed by a peace treaty? We probably have a long way to go to find out. 

What Can Investor Confidence Tell You About the Market?

Bob talks about the importance of consumer confidence. Bob's answer might surprise you. 

What To Do When a Wife and Husband Believe Differently About Tithing

Chuck Bentley CEO of Crown.org stops by to have a conversation about tithing.

Behind on Bills? What Can Really Happen

Bob and Wayne Sanford discuss what to do when you feel like you're drowning in debt.

How Safe is Your Money?

Bob talks about what safe really means. He discusses his take on the big banks. It comes down to one important aspect of safety. It also comes down to the Government playing their part. 

What To Do About High Gas Prices

Due to the conflict in the Middle East, Bob and Tony Joe talk about some gas saving tips.

Almost 1/2 a Year Has Gone By. What Does the Other 1/2 Look Like?

Bob discusses an uncertain future and what could happen.

The Big Beautiful Bill Explained

Bob and IRS Expert Dan Pilla discusses the tax bill being talked about in Congress. No one can answer the most important question - who is going to pay for it?  

Back To the Basics of Mortgages

Bob and mortgage consultant Mark Pfeiffer talk about the real estate markets as well as the basics of how it all works.

Which is the Better Deal - A New Car or a Pre-Owned Car?

Bob talks to Karl Brauer of www.iseecars.com about how to get the best deal on a car with or without the tarriffs. 

Millions of Borrowers are Feeling the Effect of the Dark Side of Student Loans

Bob and guest speaker John Hupalo discuss the damage being done to credit scores as student loan borrowers get hit with an unexpected reality

How to Invest If You Are in Your 20s and 30s

Bob interviews Dr. Joe Duarte about his book The Everything Guide to Investing in your 20s and 30s.  

Isn't Estate Planning for the Very Wealthy?

Bob talks about the great secret of Estate Planning. On some level, Estate Planning applies to everyone. 

Why Aren't Trade Agreements Working?

Bob explains what could cause these trade deals to drag out for a long time. This causes a whole other set of problems for the market.