Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

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.

I think that we all wish it were true. Unfortunately, nothing is a slam dunk when it comes to investing. Bob gives the other side of the story. 

 

Tony Joe talks about when it makes sense to get a second opinion with an automobile repair.

Bob interviews author and CEO of crown financial ministries, Chuck Bentley, about his new book - Seven Gray Swans - trends that threaten our financial future -this is a great book and a must-read.

How can we make better decisions regarding Money? Author, Jeff Kreisler is here to talk about a book he co-authored titled, Dollars and Sense - How We Misthink Money and How We Spend Smarter.

As a private investigator, Tyler Maroney has traveled the globe, overseeing sensitive investigations and untying complicated cases for a wide array of clients. In his new book, The Modern Detective, he shows that it is private eyes who today are being called upon to catch corrupt politicians, track down international embezzlers, and mine reams of data to reveal fraud and deceit.

So, what did Jesus say about economics and money? Economist and author Jerry Bowyer is with me to give his take and talk about his book The Maker vs The Takers - What Jesus Really said about Social Justice and Economics.

Tony Joe talks about the importance of belt inspection on your car.

You are talking about the implementation of the fiduciary standard that advisors are supposed to follow. Do you even know what that means?

Get 20% off and apply for your in-store credit card. Guess what? You will probably get approved. Check that interest rate - it is hard to pay off a debt with a 30 to 35% interest rate. Be careful and think twice - you might be paying off that debt for Christmases to come.  

 

Bob interviews author Dustin Hillis on his book Redefining Possible - Proven Strategies to Break Belief Barriers and Create Your New Normal.

Conversations about money are tough to have. Best-selling author Erin Lowry sits down with Bob and gives listeners tips on how to have those conversations as she talks about her book Broke Millennial Talks Money - Scripts, Stories, and Advice to Navigate Awkward Financial Conversations.

Tony Joe talks about everyday automotive issues and driving habits that can cause problems.

Bob talks to Prudent Money Contributor and College Admissions expert John Hupalo about the state of student loan re-payments - what a mess! If you have questions regarding your college student we have resources.

If you have been sued by a credit card company, what should you do? "Take action," says Wayne Sanford, who is a credit and debt expert in helping people with credit and debt problems. Bob and Wayne talk about the options.