Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

When Should You Check Your 401K Plan?

Some experts say you should never check your 401K plan in a declining market. Bob tells you why that might be bad advice and what to do instead.

 

How To Truly Diversify Your Investments And What Most Advisors Will Tell You To Do

You could call this part II of yesterday's show. Bob finishes up the three ways you can diversify your investments to reduce risk.

 

Is It Time For Plan B When It Comes To Your Investments?

It is a little too early to pull out the bunkers. However, it is time to start checking your risk level to make sure you are ready in the event that things spin out of control.

Is Confidence Declining?

Confidence is critical to keeping everything on the right track. The latest confidence report came out on Tuesday, and Bob talks about what it is forecasting.

 

Is $2 Million Enough For Retirement?

A recent article suggests that "two million dollars is not enough to retire early on." Bob discusses some recent Pop-Culture Finance articles and your retirement savings' longevity.

Are You Retirement Ready?

Bob hits some of the highlights from today's webinar and answers the question about the most important step you can take if you get laid off.    

What Do You Do When The Unexpected Throws You Off Course?

It is just life, and life can happen; the unexpected happens. How do you rebound financially?

Financially Taking Care Of Elderly Parents

Bob talks to Crown Financial Ministries CEO Chuck Bentley about everything stewardship. One question in particular he covers is the challenges of adult children caring for elderly parents. Chuck always brings good advice!

What To Do If You Lose Your Job With Retirement In The Distant Future

You are rounding the bases of life with your focus on home plate. You pass home plate and retirement is your reward. Then, you get laid off. Everything changes, or does it? Bob talks about the three-step process to determine where you are and what you have to do to retire.  

Will Your Taxes Go Up In 2026?

The Tax Cuts and Job Act of 2017 expires on 12/31/2025 unless the politicians pass a new version. IRS Expert Dan Pilla goes through the before and after of the tax cuts and what could happen if this bill is not renewed.  

Can The Trump Administration Even Make A Dent In The 36 Trillion Dollar Debt Problem?

President Trump is on a mission to clean up Washington. Bob asks the question, "Is it too late?" Also, Bob goes over the cost savings of eliminating the penny - you won't believe those numbers. 

What To Do With Your 401K Plan If You Lose Your Job

Bob goes through all of the options with you as well as talks about the pop culture finance view of this process. Hopefully, this won't happen to you. However, if it does, this resource will give you a clear look at your options.

Are You Listening Or Are You Talking?

Bob talks to author and forensic interviewer Mike Reddington about his book The Disciplined Listening Method. This is a great book that is packed with useful communication tips.  

 

Are Student Loans On The Trump Chopping Block?

Bob talks with college admissions expert John Hupalo about Trump's plans for dismantling the Department of Education and what that means for student loans.

 

How Do You Sell A House In This Type Of Environment?

Bob talks to luxury home specialist Caralee Gurney about the best way to get your house sold in a stagnant market.