Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

Stewardship for Small Businesses

Bob talks to Chuck Bentley, CEO of Crown Financial to discuss how small businesses can position themselves for success through the principles of good stewardship and the lasting impact it can have.

10 Decisions That Can Lead To A Successful Retirement - Part 1

Bob talks about ten key decisions regarding retirement that are important to make way ahead of time.

Why Setting an Unrealistic Christmas Budget Could Be Your Biggest Mistake

Bob offers tips on how to stay debt-free this holiday season and avoid the financial strain of Christmas spending.

Are Car Inspections Going Away?

Tony Joe discusses the major changes to car inspections set to take effect on January 1st, 2025, and explores whether eliminating them is a good idea.

What Vice President Harris' Tax Plan Might Look Like If Elected

IRS expert Dan Pilla weighs in on what Vice President Harris might do with taxes.

Fees on REITs?

Bob talks about REITs, what to look out for when having someone manage your funds, and the fees that should or perhaps should not be involved.

Watch For High Interest Rate Changes On Credit Cards

Retail credit cards are out of control. Bob talks about what to look for.  

 

Reframing Financial Advising

Is having a financial advisor as important as having a doctor? In this episode, Bob talks about the necessity of financial advising and the cost you face if choosing to go without it. 

How to Weather the Storm When Driving

Driving through a flood? On this Car Corner episode, Bob interviews Tony Joe who shares what to do when stuck in a flood and how to get out!

Should We Be Concerned About Bank Of America And Their "Technology" Problem?

Accounts are showing a zero balance... Bob discusses the Bank of America outages and why it doesn't add up.

 

What to Do Before Time Runs Out on Your Defaulted Student Loan

Bob interviews college admissions expert, John Hupalo to discuss the government program that can give you a fresh start if you default on a student loan. Bob helps break down the details.

Is Inflation Coming Back?

Bob talks about a potential situation that could bring back more inflation. 

The Dangers of Price Control

This episode dives into the complex world of price control and its unintended consequences. Discover how it impacts inflation, exacerbates credit card debt, and complicates your payment strategies. Bob unpacks the real cost of these economic policies and will leave you feeling empowered to make informed financial decisions.

What to Look for When Buying a Car

Bob speaks with Tony Joe who shares what to look out for when purchasing your next vehicle and how to know you've picked the right one!

Is Artificial Intelligence Good Or Bad?

You either love it, are scared of it, or don't even understand what it is - like it or not, AI is the future. Bob has Senior Director of Financial Services Intelligence with JD Power, Ila Ghosh, on the program to discuss.