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Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 25, 2024

Margin is one of those important things in life that we often take for granted and that can lead to trouble Margin basically means something extra A little extra time or even distance from the car in front of you It's critical especially with your finances I'll talk about financial margin today Applying Margin to Personal FinancesWhen you think of margin you might associate it with the business term profit margin This concept is crucial in business as it determines a company's profit after all expenses Every step of bringing a product to market involves multiple entities manufacturers salespeople transporters [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 24, 2024

God’s Economy vs. Man’s Economy with Sharon Epps

Is Jesus Lord of all your affairs or is there still one part of your life where you insist on being in charge That one area all too often is money We all have to make a decision Will we live in God's economy or man's Sharon Epps is here today to help us understand the difference Sharon Epps is the president of Kingdom Advisors FaithFi's parent organization Kingdom Advisors serves the broad Christian financial industry by educating and equipping professionals to integrate biblical wisdom and financial expertise Being In the World but Not Of the World Oswald Chambers once [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 23, 2024

Set Your Finish Line with Dr. Kelly Rush

It's human nature to be concerned about having enough but would you know it when you get there It's a question we don't ask ourselves enough how much is enough We have a great story in the Bible that gives us a clue and Dr Kelly Rush joins us today to talk about it Dr Kelly Rush is a Professor of Finance Department Chair and Financial Planning Program Coordinator at Mount Vernon Nazarene University in Ohio Understanding Lifestyle CreepIf you're unfamiliar with the concept of lifestyle creep it's where individuals tend to spend more on lifestyle comforts and luxuries as [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 22, 2024

Giving Appreciated Stocks

Stock markets have seen record highs in the past couple of months Is it a good time to take profits Well it certainly can be a good time to take profits if you've seen your investments go through the roof recently And today I want to tell you about a way to realize those gains for God's Kingdom Why Donate Appreciated Stocks With recent historic highs in the markets now is an excellent time to consider donating appreciated stocks to your church or other ministries Donating stock instead of cash can significantly benefit both the donor and recipient primarily due [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

July 20, 2024

Navigating the Financial Talk with Aging Parents

Navigating the financial talk with aging parents can be a sensitive yet crucial conversation In this video Peter Richon with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy talk through when you need to have this talk with your parents and what topics you need to discuss including your parents' -Current Financial Status and Income -Long-Term Care -Estate Planning Knowing that your parents have a plan for the unexpected will bring peace of mind for both generations Keep in mind this conversation is an opportunity to ensure their well-being and financial security in later years If you'd like help getting the ball rolling [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 18, 2024

Talking Inheritance

The Puritan poet Anne Bradstreet once wrote Wisdom without an inheritance is better than an inheritance without wisdom As Baby Boomers age it's estimated they'll leave a tidal wave of wealth to their heirs perhaps as much as trillion by But is the next generation ready for that wealth The Biblical Perspective on Inheritance Anne Bradstreet's wisdom likely stemmed from Ecclesiastes - highlighting wisdom's value alongside an inheritance This biblical perspective underscores the importance of preparing heirs with wealth and the wisdom to manage it Current State of Wealth Transfer PreparednessResearch indicates that while Boomers are poised to make the [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 17, 2024

Does Your Budget Reflect Your Priorities? with Brian Holtz

Therefore do not be foolish but understand what the Lord's will is - Ephesians That verse is a good reminder that to follow God's will we must first know it for all areas of our lives including finances Brian Holtz joins us today with a question Does your budget reflect God's priorities or yours Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Financial Ministry and the author of Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children Ownership vs Stewardship One of the fundamental concepts of Christian finances is the distinction between ownership and stewardship Psalm reminds us The earth [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 12, 2024

Don’t Carry Debt Into Retirement

Paying off debt is always a good thing but paying it off before retirement is one of the best financial moves you'll ever make It's a disturbing trend more people than ever are retiring with debt That reduces their lifestyle choices and increases the likelihood they'll have to return to work at some point Today we'll talk about carrying debt into retirement and how you can avoid it Preparing for a Debt-Free Retirement A Practical GuideAccording to the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances of people aged to are in debt up from years ago This rising debt can severely [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 11, 2024

State of the Housing Market

Is it the best of times or the worst of times Well it all depends on if you're trying to buy or sell a house It really is a matter of perspective Home values remain sky-high and are likely to continue rising in the foreseeable future How you view that depends on which side of the transaction you're on Navigating the Current Housing Market Tips for First-Time Home BuyersIt may be the worst of times if you're a first-time home buyer Home values have never been higher thanks to the continued high cost of building materials inflation and low inventory [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 10, 2024

The Economics of Genesis with Jerry Bowyer

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth The earth was without form and void and darkness was over the face of the deep - Genesis - I'm sure you're more than familiar with those first lines of the Bible but are you aware of the economic implications of the creation story Jerry Bowyer fills us in today Jerry Bowyer is the President of Bowyer Research and our Resident Economist here at Faith Finance He is the author of The Maker Versus the Takers What Jesus Really Said About Social Justice and Economics You can also read his [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 09, 2024

Social Security FAQ With Eddie Holland

You have to be at least to collect Social Security maybe because it takes that long to understand the program Do you have questions about Social Security Of course you do Who doesn't Well you don't want to miss today's program Eddie Holland is back to answer more of your questions about Social Security Eddie Holland is a Senior Private Wealth Advisor and partner of Blue Trust in Greenville South Carolina He's also a CPA a Certified Financial Planner CFP and a Certified Kingdom Advisor CKA Can You Claim Benefits Early and Switch Later You can claim Social Security benefits [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

July 06, 2024

3 Ways to Inflation Proof Your Retirement

Inflation is the natural enemy of retirement savings but there are strategies you can put in place to guard your nest egg from spiking consumer prices and they may even allow you to use those higher costs to your advantage According to Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy you should Keep Investing time in the market is often your best inflation hedge Maximize Your Social Security and keep in mind you don't miss out on the COLA if you delay claiming Rethink Your Expenses put simply save more money Working with a financial advisor can help implement these strategies [... more]

Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

July 06, 2024

200 Thousand Dollar Annuity 10 Years Later

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week's discussion is about thousand dollar annuity years later Don't forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 04, 2024

The Road To Financial Freedom

It's the th of July the day we celebrate our nation's independence It's also a great day to take stock of your financial independence Are you on the road to financial freedom Or are you falling under the bondage of money It's one or the other Either you control your money or your money controls you The Gift of Financial FreedomIndependence gave our nation freedom and financial independence provides us with the freedom to make choices When we control our money we can decide where and how we live where we work and how much we work However financial freedom [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

July 02, 2024

Set Free From Anxiety

Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in the U S today You might assume that we have a major anxiety problem just by the number of commercials you see for new medicines to treat these disorders but is anxiety really a new thing The Reality Of AnxietyModern medicine recognizes anxiety in many forms generalized anxiety disorder panic disorder social anxiety and various phobias Data shows nearly a third of all U S adults will experience some form of anxiety in their lifetime The cost of treating anxiety disorders in the U S runs into [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

June 29, 2024

How to Optimize your RMDs in Retirement

Required Minimum Distributions whether you need the income or not the government will force you to take those distributions so they can collect the taxes but as Peter with Richon Planning explains to Erin Kennedy proactive planning means you control your tax liability Here are Peter's quick tips to optimize your RMDs Roth Conversions Plan for Strategic Withdrawals Delay Taking Social Security If you'd like to speak with Peter about how you can better control your tax liability please give him a call at - or visit www RichonPlanning com WealthManagement Taxes SocialSecurity RothConversions FinancialAdvisor [... more]

Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

June 29, 2024

Inherited IRA? Be Smart About Income Tax

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week's discussion is about making smart choices with your income taxes Don't forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 28, 2024

Family Inspires Hope With Dr. Albert Reyes

Since the beginning of time God's design for humanity has always been to be a giant family spread throughout the earth So what happened Because of the power of sin in our world families are broken children become orphans and many feel alone and isolated as if they don't belong Dr Albert Reyes with Buckner International joins us today to share a hopeful message about God's design for his family Dr Albert Reyes is the author of Never Alone The Power of Family to Inspire Hope and Hope Now Peace Healing and Justice When the Kingdom Comes Near He serves [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 27, 2024

Timeshare Tribulation

What's harder to get rid of than termites and hurts more than a toothache A certain group of people will tell you it's a timeshare It seemed like a good idea at the time but now it's just another budget buster Today we're diving deeper into this topic Unfortunately none of the options are particularly great but let's explore them Why Are Timeshares Hard to Sell First it's important to understand why timeshares are so difficult to sell Ideally you'd sell your timeshare and recoup your investment However this rarely happens If anyone has managed it please let us know [... more]

The Urban Alternative

Tony Evans, PhD

June 25, 2024

The Value of Obedience

Life without God eventually proves empty and meaningless despite our income accomplishments possessions everything In this message Dr Tony Evans will take a look at how a divine perspective can move us beyond momentary satisfaction to a fulfilling present and an eternal future [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 24, 2024

3 Myths About Wealth That Christians Believe With Rachel Mcdonough

Myths can be persistent things For a long time people thought the world was flat The investing world has its share of myths that persist to this day Rachel McDonough joins us today to go over myths about wealth that many Christians believe but shouldn't Rachel McDonough is a Certified Financial Planner CFP a Certified Kingdom Advisor CKA and a regular Faith Finance contributor Flat Earth and Financial MythsWhen your core assumptions are wrong your strategy becomes useless Imagine planning a voyage worldwide while believing it's flat you'd never reach your destination accurately Similarly in finance myths perpetuated by various [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

June 22, 2024

Interest Rates are Staying High: How to Make them Work in Your Favor

For several months now The Fed has decided to leave interest rates unchanged For the most part this isn't great news for borrowers but as Peter Richon with Richon Planning explains to Erin Kennedy it may offer some unique opportunities for savers High interest rates offer unique opportunities when investing in high-yield bonds or money market accounts You may also want to consider an annuity which can provide a stable stream of income especially during periods of high-interest rates If you'd like to talk to Peter about turning these high interest rates into opportunities please feel free to give him [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 21, 2024

FaithFi: The Mission with Chad Clark

You've probably heard the saying If you aim at nothing you'll hit it every time But do you know who coined it Christian author and speaker Zig Ziglar is credited with that famous quote It urges us to set goals and stay on mission What are our goals and what's our mission here at FaithFi Chad Clark fills you in today and invites you to be a part of it all Chad Clark is the Executive Director of FaithFi Faith Finance Integrating Faith and Finances for God's GloryAt FaithFi our mission is clear we aim to equip Christians with the [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 20, 2024

Avoiding The Most Common Retirement-Planning Mistakes with Mark Biller

It's said that we learn from mistakes not success but do you want to experience that with your retirement savings No question saving and investing for retirement is something you want to get right the first time Mark Biller joins us today to help you avoid some of the most common retirement planning mistakes Mark Biller is Executive Editor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Sound Mind Investing an underwriter of Faith Finance Underestimating the Impact of InflationOne of the most common retirement-planning mistakes is underestimating the impact of inflation Many fail to grasp the destructive power of inflation's compounding effect [... more]

Our Daily Bread Ministries

Various Hosts

June 19, 2024

New and Certain

For three years apart from household necessities Susan didn rsquo t buy anything for herself The Covid- pandemic affected my friend rsquo s income and she embraced a simple lifestyle ldquo One day while cleaning my apartment I noticed how shabby and faded my things looked rdquo she shared ldquo That rsquo s when I started to miss having new things mdash the sense of freshness and excitement My surroundings seemed tired and stale I felt as if there was nothing to look forward to rdquo Susan found encouragement in an unlikely book in the Bible Written by Jeremiah after [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 18, 2024

Managing Assets After a Disability with Valerie Hogan

By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established by knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches - Proverbs - Faithful stewardship requires us to make wise financial decisions manage and grow assets and protect our families from hardship Are you ready if you're suddenly disabled or incapacitated Valerie Hogan joins us with a checklist to prepare you for it Valerie Hogan is an attorney a Certified Financial Planner CFP a member of Kingdom Advisors as well as the co-author of Wise Women Managing Money Expert Advice on Debt Wealth Budgeting and More [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 14, 2024

Laziness vs. Rest

Dr Richard Swenson author of The Overload Syndrome and Margin writes that We must have some room to breathe We need freedom to think and permission to heal Our relationships are being starved to death by velocity Too many people are physically emotionally mentally and financially overloaded these days So we'll look at rest from a biblical perspective today The Concept of MarginIn his writings Dr Richard Swenson introduces the concept of margin essentially it's the space to take a break before you break down Many of us feel there's just not enough time money or energy left at the [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 13, 2024

Financial Plans and God’s Will

We all want our plans to succeed but what does the Lord want Are you and God on the same page regarding your financial plans Today we'll discuss achieving your financial goals and doing God's will As avid planners we know that having a plan is the best way to meet your financial goals or any goals for that matter But how do you ensure your plans align with God's will for your life As Christians we believe that Jesus' plans are the best and the Bible supports this in Proverbs Many are the plans in the mind of a [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 11, 2024

Biggest Financial Mistakes With Ron Blue

Some people learn from the mistakes of others Unfortunately some people have to be the others You certainly don't want to be one of the others who must learn things the hard way by making mistakes Today we'll talk to Ron Blue about some of the biggest financial mistakes you want to avoid Ron Blue is the Co-Founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance most notably Master Your Money A Step-by-Step Plan for Experiencing Financial Contentment Setting Financial GoalsRon emphasized the importance of establishing clear financial goals Without clear financial goals you're essentially aiming [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

June 08, 2024

On a Fixed Income? Smart Strategies to Save Money

If you're on a fixed income it's vitally important to stretch every dollar But that's becoming increasingly difficult considering huge increases in necessary expenses In this video Peter Richon with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy break down a few savvy strategies to save money on these expenses -Property Taxes -Home and Car Insurance -Groceries In retirement it's crucial to strike a balance between preserving capital and generating sufficient returns to combat inflation This is where working with a financial advisor can really help If you'd like to speak with Peter please call - or visit www RichonPlanning com WealthManagement Retirement [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 07, 2024

The ABCs of QCDs With David Hogan

The Qualified Charitable Distribution is one of the most underutilized tax benefits yet almost million Americans can take it There are many requirements for taking a Qualified Charitable Distribution QCD or QCD You must be and have an IRA If more folks understood QCDs better they might take them David Hogan joins us today with the ABCs of QCDs David Hogan is the Principal of Clifton Larson Allen CPA's in Atlanta GA What is a Qualified Charitable Distribution QCD Simply put a QCD directly transfers funds from your Individual Retirement Account IRA to a qualified charity This move doesn't offer [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

June 03, 2024

Kill That Unused Account

Americans have an average of four credit cards Do you really need that many And how many is enough Too often we hang on to credit cards we no longer use providing an unnecessary invitation to identity thieves to run up charges in our names Canceling them is a good idea if done correctly The Risks of Holding Unused Credit CardsMany of us hang on to credit cards we no longer use but this can invite identity thieves to run up charges in your name Canceling unused cards is a good idea but it needs to be done correctly Let's [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

June 01, 2024

Should Retirees Include Bitcoin in Their Retirement Portfolio?

Fidelity recently published a white paper titled The Case for Bitcoin Fidelity researchers state that a allocation to Bitcoin could allow for an increase in annual spending ranging from - and a Bitcoin allocation could allow for an increase in annual spending by as much as Considering those findings Peter with Richon Planning discusses the findings with Erin Kennedy and weighs in on whether retirees or pre retirees should incorporate Bitcoin into their retirement portfolio If you have any questions about whether your portfolio is properly diversified or if you'd like to learn more about investing in Bitcoin please reach [... more]

The Line of Fire

Dr. Michael Brown

May 28, 2024

It's Later Than You Think

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Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 23, 2024

Speaking Up for Shareholders with Chris Meyer

From Jeremiah we know God's people should seek the welfare of the places and people around them But is seeking the welfare of our community something Christians can pursue by means of investing choices Today we speak with an investment manager who has been seeking the welfare of cities all over America and the world through his advocacy work with corporations As we will hear today investors can influence decisions made behind closed doors by corporations Chris Meyer joins us today to examine how this advocacy works Chris Meyer is the Manager of Stewardship Investing Research and Advocacy for Praxis [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 21, 2024

Lessons From Today’s Retirees with Matt Bell

Are you confident you'll be able to retire comfortably someday Are you taking steps to make that happen Inadequate savings faulty assumptions and high inflation could create barriers to a comfortable retirement Can we learn anything from today's retirees Matt Bell thinks we can and joins us today to discuss this Matt Bell is the Managing Editor at Sound Mind Investing an underwriter of Faith Finance What does the latest Employee Benefit Research Institute data show about how people feel about their retirement prospects In the latest report nearly of people in the workforce and somewhat higher numbers of those [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 20, 2024

Save a Fortune On Your Mortgage

You've heard the expression Pennywise and pound foolish Here in the States we could say Pennywise and dollar foolish A good example is when someone is more concerned about the interest they're getting on their savings account than the interest they're paying on their mortgage Top Tips to Save Big on InterestWhen managing your finances shopping around for the best interest rates on savings is wise However focusing on reducing the interest on your mortgage can have a much bigger payoff Consider the total interest paid over a -year fixed-rate mortgage It's a powerful motivator to pay off your mortgage [... more]

Core Christianity

Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier

May 17, 2024

Must I Tithe 10% of My Net or Gross Income?

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com What qualifications should a church look for in a new pastor Does Paul say in Corinthians that there will be a change in the Trinity Are Christians required to tithe of their net or gross income Can Satan still come before God What is an appropriate way to reject a call to ministry Today's Offer Names of God You Should Know Want to partner with us in our work here at Core Christianity Consider becoming a member of the Inner Core View our latest special offers here [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 14, 2024

Top 5 Mistakes of the Wealthy

We tend to think that wealthy individuals always make the right financial decisions but is that always the case The truth is folks with a high net worth can sometimes make financial mistakes just as easily as the rest of us and perhaps with even worse consequences On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Cole Pearson to share mistakes of the wealthy Then Rob will answer your calls about finances nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 14, 2024

Top 5 Mistakes of the Wealthy With Cole Pearson

We tend to think that wealthy individuals always make the right financial decisions but is that always the case The truth is that people with a high net worth can sometimes make financial mistakes just as easily as the rest of us and perhaps with even worse consequences Cole Pearson shares five of them today Cole Pearson is the President of Investment Solutions at OneAscent a family of companies seeking to help people align their investments with their Christian values OneAscent is also an underwriter of Faith Finance Five Mistakes That The Wealthy Make With Their InvestmentsEven wealthy or high-net-worth [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 13, 2024

All The Insurance You Need

Proverbs reads The prudent sees danger and hides himself but the simple go on and suffer for it The word insurance isn't in the Bible but it does say that it's wise to protect your financial holdings and insurance is one way to do that Understanding Essential Insurance PoliciesInsurance is a fundamental aspect of financial planning For most of us unless we have vast wealth diversified across numerous investments insurance serves as a critical safety net So what insurance policies are necessary Auto and Home InsuranceAuto insurance is generally required by law if you own a vehicle Homeowners insurance is [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

May 11, 2024

Biggest Retirement Regrets (and how to avoid them!)

According to a recent report from Consumer Affairs of seniors have regrets about how they prepared or didn't for retirement In this video Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy break down those top regrets including wished they had planned their investments to provide automatic income wished they had built their portfolios to deal with the unexpected including inflation and market volatility Another regret not considering tax implications It's not too late to prepare for a happy retirement If you'd like to talk with Peter about how to avoid these mistakes and how to create sustainable income in retirement reach [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 07, 2024

Poverty: More Than a Lack of Resources With Brian Fikkert

The dictionary defines poverty as having little or no money or possessions and no means of getting them That definition of poverty is undoubtedly true as far as it goes but is there more to poverty than a lack of resources Brian Fikkert certainly thinks so and joins us today to discuss it Brian Fikkert is a Professor of Economics and Community Development and the Founder and President of the Chalmers Center for Economic Development at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain Georgia He is also the co-author of the best-selling book When Helping Hurts How To Alleviate Poverty Without Hurting [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 06, 2024

Are You Buying into Busyness?

May brings a flurry of activities graduations sports playoffs and school events that while meaningful can also lead to overwhelming stress In our busy world it's easy to get caught up in the hustle often driven by societal pressures to do more buy more and be everywhere at once Colossians reminds us not to be swayed by the hollow and deceptive philosophy that glorifies materialism over spiritual values We are often misled into thinking that accumulating possessions or filling our calendars is the path to fulfillment However these beliefs only bring chaos and stress not peace To combat this the [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

May 04, 2024

What is the Retirement Bucket Strategy?

It's possible to achieve sustainable income in retirement by utilizing the Retirement Bucket Strategy This strategy involves dividing your retirement savings into different buckets based on your time horizon and risk tolerance In this video Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy explain each bucket -Short term Bucket -Intermediate Bucket -Long-term Bucket These buckets represent different asset classes or investment strategies tailored to meet your income needs at various stages of retirement The strategy aims to provide a reliable income stream while managing investment risk and ensuring your financial security throughout your retirement years If you'd like to find out [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 03, 2024

A Break for Home Sellers? With Dale Vermillion

The summer home buying season is straight ahead Will sellers get a break on real estate commissions The National Association of Realtors recently shocked the industry by dropping its sales commission What does that mean for home sellers this summer Dale Vermillion fills us in today Dale Vermillion is the author of Navigating the Mortgage Maze The Simple Truth About Financing Your Home This book covers everything you need to know about securing a mortgage all from a biblical perspective Industry watchers say this National Association of Realtors settlement will change how people buy houses What is this settlement about [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 02, 2024

6 Big-Time Money Wasters

Okay before we get into the specific money wasters there's a general principle you should be aware of if you're buying things that provide only a temporary sense of satisfaction you're probably wasting money It doesn't matter what it is if it's unnecessary and you grow bored with it it was a waste of money Check your closets for examples I'm not saying you should take a vow of poverty The Lord wants us to enjoy the resources He's given us but that must be tempered by the principle that we're merely stewards and must use His resources wisely Of [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

May 01, 2024

Debt Repayment or Giving?

Did you realize there rsquo s one place in the Bible where God specifically tells us to test Him And it really shouldn rsquo t surprise us that it involves money On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Ron Blue to explore this passage and help us consider important factors about our giving Then Rob will answer your questions on different financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]

Planning Matters Radio

Peter Richon

April 27, 2024

3 Strategies to Reduce Your IRMAA for Medicare Part B

If the Social Security Administration considers you a high-income beneficiary you'll pay a surcharge known as the Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount IRMAA That means if your modified adjusted gross income is more than for single filers or more than for those who are married and filing jointly you'll be paying the IRMAA penalty However as Peter with Richon Planning explains to Erin Kennedy there are strategies you should consider to reduce that penalty They are Roth IRA Conversions Health Savings Accounts Qualified Charitable Distributions There are also instances when you can apply for an IRMAA waiver To avoid that IRMAA [... more]

Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

April 27, 2024

IRMA for 2024

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week's discussion is about IRMA for Don't forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 25, 2024

Managing Chronic Financial Anxiety With Steve Cuss

The Playbook for Chronic AnxietyIt's generated by assumptions expectations false beliefs and false needs So if we can uncover false needs we can learn to die to them and relax into God's sovereignty This is a compelling way to grow in our relationship with faith We can use our anxiety triggers to open our souls up to God's presence What is an assumption you hold about yourself that's unreasonable If you're a perfectionist almost every assumption you hold about yourself is unreasonable Think about it When was the last time you looked at your work and said That was well [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 23, 2024

Shoes Make Hope Shine With Shawn Spurrier

What does Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls do They are Buckner International's largest humanitarian aid project Their mission is to follow Jesus' example by serving vulnerable children families and seniors One way they do that is through partnerships like Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls where they come alongside believers in churches businesses and families throughout the U S to provide new shoes for children worldwide Why are shoes important for health education and opportunity especially in underdeveloped countries Children can't go to school without shoes in many countries where they work so Buckner promotes education by providing that gift Additionally [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 22, 2024

Cut Your Healthcare Costs With Lauren Gajdek

What options and rates do Christian Health Ministries offer CHM is not health insurance but medical cost-sharing and nonprofit enabling us to keep member costs down CHM shares of eligible medical bills over billion since its founding in Here are some of the plan costs to start for individuals Bronze per unit per month Silver per unit per monthGold per unit per monthSenior Share per unit per monthHow is being a member of Christian Healthcare Ministries more flexible than most health insurance plans CHM members are not limited to a provider network They can go to any doctor or hospital [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 19, 2024

To Be Rich Toward God Pt. 2 With Carolyn Calupca

What does it mean to be Rich Toward God It doesn't mean just giving money and possessions away Anyone can do that And the spiritual ramifications are different depending on your heart But Jesus is inviting us to set our hearts on an imperishable inheritance So here's the context a man from the crowd asks Jesus to settle an inheritance dispute and Jesus deflects that question He gets to the heart of the issue by telling a parable about man's greed and envy not just the man who asked the question or had the issue but ours So this parable [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 18, 2024

Must-Have Financial Skills for Young Adults

Must-Have Financial SkillsThe first skill is an attitude The Bible says God owns everything as in Psalm The earth is the Lord's and everything in it the world and all who live in it Understand that nothing belongs to you even you You are a manager of God's resources which should change your perspective on money and material things The number two financial skill you'll need is planning A dream without a plan is just a wish they say And wishes won't buy you a house The fundamental planning tool we recommend is a budget otherwise known as a spending [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 17, 2024

Busy Mom’s 4 Steps To Spiritual Balance With Crystal Paine

The -Step Process For How Busy Moms Or Stay-At-Home Dads Can Get Control Of Their TimePrayStarting our day in a posture of prayer and reliance on the Lord instead of trying to white-knuckle our way through life in our strength changes how we approach life We feel a lot less stressed and more at peace and it helps us focus our energy on those things that truly matter in Eternity This can look like quick flare prayers we shoot up throughout the day when we feel overwhelmed aren't sure how to approach something or just feel extra tired or weary [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 16, 2024

The Risk of Playing It Too Safe With Mark Biller

What is the risk of playing it too safe That does seem like a bit of a riddle but we can start to make sense of it by first exploring a behavioral phenomenon called loss aversion Researchers have found that most people feel the pain of losing money roughly twice as strongly as the joy of gaining money To say it again clearly losses feel twice as bad as gains feel good This naturally causes many people to be loss averse and try to avoid losses sometimes to such a substantial degree that it undermines their long-term goals One of [... more]

Our Daily Bread Ministries

Various Hosts

April 13, 2024

God Knows Our Needs

Lando a jeepney a form of public transport in the Philippines driver in Manila gulped down coffee at a roadside stall Daily commuters were back again after the Covid- lockdowns And the sports event today means more passengers Lando thought I rsquo ll get back lost income Finally I can stop worrying He was about to start driving when he spotted Ronnie on a bench nearby The street sweeper looked troubled like he needed to talk But every minute counts Lando thought The more passengers the more income I can rsquo t linger But he sensed that God wanted him [... more]

Finishing Well

Hans Scheil

April 13, 2024

How Much Income Tax Do Retirees Pay?

Hans and Robby are back again this week with a brand new episode This week's discussion is about when it comes to income tax how much do retirees pay Don't forget to get your copy of The Complete Cardinal Guide to Planning for and Living in Retirement on Amazon or on CardinalGuide com for free You can contact Hans and Cardinal by emailing hans cardinalguide com or calling - - Learn more at CardinalGuide com Find us on YouTube Cardinal Advisors [... more]

Faith And Finance

Rob West

April 10, 2024

Lending to Family and Friends

Relational Effects Of Lending MoneyProverbs reads The borrower becomes slave to the lender Lending money can hurt a relationship And that can happen whether you lend the money or not You're between a rock and a hard place and it seems like either way someone may end up resentful There are really only three things that can happen and only one of them is good If you decide not to lend the money the other person could be upset If you do lend the money and the other person doesn't repay it you'll probably be upset It's only the third [... more]