Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

Bob talks to Prudent Money Contributor and IRS expert Dan Pilla about the IRS and their initiatives for the $60 billion that has been given to them. Dan also addresses the rumors of guns and ammo.

 

Generally speaking, borrowing from a 401K plan should be a last resort for someone who needs money. Unfortunately, we might be facing a scenario where borrowing from a 401K does make sense. Tune in as Bob discusses -

Bob's special guest is David Wright, financial advisor and author of Bonfire of the Sanities: Reset Your Retirement Portfolio for Today’s Financial Lunacy - Bob calls this a must-read book! Check it out at www.prudentmoney.com

Have you ever gone out on a cold morning and found your windshield iced over? Do you throw hot water or cold water on it? Tony Joe tells you everything you need to know to get ready for the winter months ahead.

The FAFSA form helps students qualify for financial aid. The government recently re-created the form, and it is still not available. College admissions expert John Hupalo talks about what to do. 

 

With Christmas shopping in full swing, be careful with the use of credit cards. You might find that your credit card company is playing the part of the Grinch this year.  

 

Bob continues his discussion of looking toward a future of elevated risk in the stock market and what actions to take. 

Tony Joe is on the show today to talk about the importance of differentiating the color of exhaust and how knowing the difference can save you in the long run. 

Bob interviews Jim on his new book "Sold Out." This book gives you what the future could look like and ways to prepare yourself for what is coming.

Amazon.com is changing culture through bezonomics- award-winning journalist and contributing editor at Fortune Magazine Brian Dumaine is here today to talk about his book Bezonomics: How Amazon is Changing our Lives and What the World's Best Companies are Learning From It.

Bob interviews Curtis Bateman about how to deal with change in the workplace and turn it into an opportunity.

Bob talks about approaching a negative financial environment and remaining positive. In Part I, Bob talks about what is troubling when it comes to the economy. 

 

Tony Joe talks about the steps you take when you get a warning about your coolant system.

Today, with valuations on real estate as high as they are and even higher interest rates, it is important to make sure you are doing your homework before buying a home. Mortgage consultant Mark Pfeiffer is on the program to talk about what you should set to achieve before buying a home.

Prudent Money Contributor and Crown CEO Chuck Bentley is Bob's guest today - he is here to talk about the effects of inflation on Christmas shopping. Chuck offers ways to celebrate Christmas without breaking the bank.