Bob Brooks Prudent Money Podcast

What Does The Market Think About Kamala Harris Running Against Trump?

Of course, it is very early. Bob talks about bigger concerns than Vice President Harris. Also, Bob discusses how to get your affairs in order - steps to take!

Does It Make Sense To Fix Your Car Or Sell It?

Tony Joe answers a question about replacing a transmission or selling the car.

Are Your Retirement Dollars Ready For The Shift?

Since the Financial Crisis, the government has been printing money and bailing out the economy and the markets. Now, we are on the road to the new normal. Are we about to face a financial shift? Bob talks about how to get yourself ready and the importance of having the right advisor looking out for your retirement.

Are You Worried About The Market And The Elections?

There is a lot of anxiety about the markets and the elections. Bob talks about various scenarios.

Is College Enrollment Down Because Of The FAFSA Fiasco?

Bob talks with college admissions expert John Hupalo about the ongoing problems with FASFA.

Take The Pension Payment Or The Lump Sum?

You are about to retire, and the company gives you a choice—pension payments or a lump sum of money. Which one do you take? Bob explains the options.

Inflation And Your Car

Tony Joe talks about the rising cost of car repair.

What You Need To Know About Stock Market Risk

The market views risk differently - Bob explains why.

When FDIC Insurance Doesn't Work

If you use an online banking app, you'll want to hear this podcast.

Are We Seeing An Artificial Intelligence Stock Bubble Form?

Bob talks about why you might be cautious when it comes to the high-stakes game of investing in artificial intelligence stocks.  

 

How To Avoid Costly Brake Repairs

Tony Joe talks about the secret of reducing brake repairs over the lifetime of a car.

The Quest For Financial Independence

Bob talks to International Best Selling Author JL Collins about his book Pathfinders: Extraordinary Stories of People Like You on the Quest for Financial Independence―And How to Join Them.

The Million Dollar Myth - Part II

Bob discusses tips for being more effective at retirement planning and answers a listener's question about the elections and the debate.

The Million Dollar Myth - Part 1

Pop Culture Finance says you need $1,000,000 to retire. Bob shows why that is not even remotely the case. Bob also points out why the whole premise makes no sense.  

When Does It Pay To Use More Expensive Gas Versus Cheaper Gas?

Tony Joe talks about why it makes economic sense to use the higher premium gas - the answer might surprise you.