Our work should glorify God That makes choosing the right career field especially important So if you're deciding on a career path or looking to make a change join us for today's MoneyWise Live and host Rob West will share a list of the best careers for Then he'll answer your calls and questions on various financial topics See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

In a discussion based on her book The -Day Financial Fast Michelle Singletary offers expert guidance for managing your money wisely so that you'll experience financial freedom and peace Part of Get Michelle's book The -Day Financial Fast for your donation of any amount https donate focusonthefamily com don-daily-broadcast-product- - - refcd Get more episode resources https www focusonthefamily com episodes broadcast fasting-for-a-financially-fit-future-part- -of- featured-resource-cta If you've listened to any of our podcasts please give us your feedback https focusonthefamily com podcastsurvey [... more]

The IRS says about three out of four Americans will get a tax refund back from Uncle Sam this year If you rsquo re one of them the question is mdash what will you do with that money On the next MoneyWise Live host Rob West will share some of his thoughts about the refund checks many of us are anxiously awaiting Then he rsquo ll take your questions on the financial topics you rsquo d like to discuss That rsquo s MoneyWise Live where biblical wisdom meets today rsquo s finances mdash weekdays at pm Eastern pm Central on [... more]

Summer rsquo s just around the corner and that means folks are starting to plan their summer vacations After a year being cooped up with COVID restrictions could see a surge of people hitting the road On the next MoneyWise Live host Rob West shares some tips for planning your warm weather getaway Then he rsquo ll answer your financial questions from a biblical perspective It rsquo s vacation tips for on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio nbsp [... more]

Many Americans have received two rounds of stimulus payments from the government nbsp But a lot of folks are still waiting on their second payment nbsp nbsp And others have received a payment in error nbsp On the next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore nbsp have nbsp some nbsp tips about nbsp what nbsp you should nbsp do if you rsquo re still waiting or need to return a payment you weren rsquo t due nbsp Then it rsquo s your calls nbsp and questions nbsp on the financial matters you rsquo d like to [... more]

The old ldquo tried and true rdquo cash envelope budgeting system will help you spend less nbsp But many folks prefer to use credit and debit cards instead So is there a way to successfully stick to your budget while using both methods of payment nbsp On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore have a way for you to get the best of both worlds Then it rsquo s your calls and questions on the financial matters you rsquo d like to discuss A hybrid envelope system on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm [... more]

The Bible is a book of promises And one of the most repeated promises is the Lord will provide - was a year that tested many of us But we took comfort in knowing the Lord remains in control and is always faithful On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore talk about finding peace and contentment in the new year Faith in God rsquo s provision on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio nbsp [... more]

There are lots of systems out there that claim they can help you be mortgage free in just a few years But they rsquo re usually quite complicated and do they really do what they say they will On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore explain what rsquo s behind one of those ideas We rsquo ll explore using a HELOC to speed up your mortgage payments on the next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Is your credit a bit sketchy Or maybe you don rsquo t trust yourself with the temptations of a regular credit card Then a secured credit card may be just the ticket to help you stay out of debt and improve your credit score along the way On the next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore share how this option might be your best solution It rsquo s all about secured credit cards on the next nbsp MoneyWise nbsp Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Virtual reality has entered the world of credit card transactions and a virtual number may already be linked to your accounts But as with any new tool that comes along we need to consider the positives and negatives related to its use On the next Moneywise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore tell you how this new tool might affect your purchases The pros and cons of virtual credit cards on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Misusing your credit cards is one of the easiest ways to create financial turmoil in your life And mishandling them can quickly put you in debt and trash your credit score along the way nbsp On the next Moneywise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore explain just how that happens We rsquo ll talk about credit card mistakes on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

For many people debit cards have replaced checks or credit cards Despite their ease of use debit cards pose several risks that can impact your bank account balance credit score or even identity fraud On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore discuss the dangers of debit cards Listen here before you swipe on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Day trading payday loans and get-rich-quick schemes are obviously dangerous But there are also some less obvious money moves that can also be hazardous to your wealth On the next Moneywise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore share some tactics that if you rsquo re not careful could separate you from your hard-earned cash It rsquo s five bad money moves on the next MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

The Internet abounds with myths and false information so you have to be careful what you believe especially when it comes to credit or debit card scams On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore share an Internet claim about a debit card scam with a surprise twist It rsquo s a debit card scam wrapped in a hoax on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

Having a will is arguably one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family A will can eliminate legal pitfalls and provide peace of mind for you and your heirs On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore welcome money expert Ron Blue who shares the importance of having a will Why you need a will on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio nbsp [... more]

It rsquo s important to be able to separate truth from myth when it comes to credit cards And what you don rsquo t know about them could get you in financial hot water someday On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore explain how myths lead many people to sign up for credit cards for the wrong reasons Debunking the myths about credits cards on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

With millions of Americans unemployed and in-person services canceled many churches have seen a decline in income The act of giving is an integral part of church services but online giving has helped to offset the decline in financial contributions On the next MoneyWise Live hosts Rob West and Steve Moore welcome Brian Kluth who offers a battle plan for churches to help weather their financial challenges COVID and church giving on MoneyWise Live at pm Eastern pm Central on Moody Radio [... more]

One way to avoid unnecessary debt in the first place is simply working with a budget What little things eat away at your finances little by little Living within your means is the first solution to debt management [... more]

As anyone who's moved knows things can get lost or misplaced in the process In our recent move to Southwest Montana my scattered mind led me to drop my debit card in the parking lot of a grocery store in Bozeman Granted I've got all this head and so little brain but I'd like to think that I can normally keep from hurling my debit card to the ground Meet the wonderful individual who found it tracked me down and returned it safely Her name is Kylie Stier and she is the business manager at Bozeman Lodge You will love [... more]