Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

Did the Fed Make It Harder to Buy a House Today?

The Fed announced they were going to lower interest rates by 0.25%. Bob talks about what happened to the housing market. 

New Construction vs. Pre-Owned Homes. Which One is Better?

Bob talks to mortgage consultant Mark Pfeiffer about the pros and cons of new construction.

Are Original Car Parts Better than After Market Parts?

Bob talks with Tony Joe to answer one of our listener's questions. 

The Nightmare Story of Citibank and Their Platinum Card

What happened at Citibank with their platinum card would not make anyone want one.

Why You Have to Reset Your Financial Goals

Bob talks about why it is important to reset your financial goals. 

Is Buy and Hold Investing the Best Way to Go?

Bob gives the other side of the story with buy and hold investing.

How Do the Markets Look for the Rest of the Year?

Bob talks with financial advisor Patrick Mueller about everything from the economy, to the stock market, to gold.

How Do You Know that You're Not Ready to Retire?

Bob shows you how to go through the 5 steps that will get you to retirement.

Is There A Potential Way for Homebuyers to Save Money?

FICO and the big three credit reporting agencies are fighting for your business. Is it even possible that you would save some money in the home buying process?

Are Gen Xers Ready to Retire?

Northwestern Mutual just released their annual survey. Bob discusses what the survey says about Generation X and retirement. 

Why Cheap Gas Isn't Always the Better Deal

Bob sits down with Tony Joe and talks cheap gas -- Is it worth the savings?

Will the Church Regain its Voice When it Comes to Politics?

Some significant changes could be heading our way. We are talking about the Johnson amendment. IRS expert Dan Pilla is here to discuss the details you need to know. 

 

Is Gold the Best Place for Your Money?

Gold has taken off and has headed for "bubble" territory. Should you invest?

"Autonomous"

What you need to know about the world of AI

Everything You Know About a Check Engine Light May Actually Be Wrong

Tony Joe joins Bob on the special Car Corner edition of Prudent Money.