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Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 10, 2024
Financial Discipline Brings Joy
You ve probably heard it said that anything worth doing is worth doing well Today we ll find out why working hard at something can pay big dividends spiritually and financially The Secret to Success Discipline in Every Area of LifeWhat does it take to succeed If you ask any successful person they ll likely tell you that success doesn t happen by accident it requires hard work preparation and the ability to learn from failure As former U S Secretary of State General Colin Powell once said There is no secret to success It is the result of preparation [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 04, 2024
Why Should We Help The Poor?
th Century preacher John Wesley said Do all the good you can by all the means you can in all the ways you can in all the places you can at all the times you can to all the people you can as long as ever you can That s how Christians can respond to God's generous and faithful love Specifically Jesus called his followers to do good to the poor and we ll talk about what that looks like for us The Biblical Foundation for GivingGenerosity towards the needy is a central tenet of Christian living Jesus emphasized the [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 03, 2024
Should You Be A Landlord?
Owning rental property is like ordering a pizza with anchovies It s not for everybody There s no question that renting a property can be a lucrative investment but it s certainly not a passive investment like owning stock Owning rental property is attractive for many but it s not a perfect fit for everyone Just like not everyone enjoys anchovies not everyone has the temperament or resources to be a landlord Before diving into property management it s essential to understand the benefits and challenges of it Let's explore these aspects to help you decide if being a landlord [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
September 02, 2024
Working As Unto The Lord
More stress doesn t always equal a higher salary and if you bring home the stress along with the salary is it really worth it If that describes you maybe it s time to re-think the purpose of your work Some statistics claim that of American employees are happy with their jobs while others claim that are suffering from work-related stress A Different Question Why Are You Working Whether the statistics are accurate or not stress is a pervasive issue and work is often a significant contributor The question arises What should you do if work-related pressure overwhelms you Quit [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 30, 2024
Insuring Your Deposits with Aaron Caid
Thanks to insurance we don t very often have bank savings and loans or credit union runs anymore Aaron Caid is with us today to discuss how that came about Aaron Caid is the Chief Marketing Officer at Christian Community Credit Union an underwriter of Faith Finance The Role of FDIC in Banking StabilityWhen we think about bank runs we often think of the Great Depression Thankfully such events are rare today primarily due to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation FDIC 's creation through the Banking Act of The FDIC now insures bank deposits up to per customer providing peace [... more]
Financial Symphony
John Stillman
August 29, 2024
What Options Exist to Help Save For My Grandchildren’s College Education?
With college costs continuing to rise some grandparents wonder if there s anything they can do to help ease the burden of college expenses for their grandchildren Today we ll explore the best strategies for those who want to support their grandchildren s college education without compromising their own financial stability The plan gets most of the attention when it comes to college savings but we ll share a few more options that are worth considering All of these could work for you but the best approach depends on your family s unique situation and goals Whether you prioritize the [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 22, 2024
Watching, Waiting, Planning, Working with Matt Bell
Concerning that day and hour no one knows not even the angels of heaven nor the Son but the Father only For as were the days of Noah so will be the coming of the Son of Man - Matthew - Jesus made it quite clear that no one on earth knows the day or hour of His return Yet we re to live as if He s coming back tomorrow Does that mean we don t need to plan for the future Matt Bell weighs in on the issue today Matt Bell is the Managing Editor at Sound Mind [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 21, 2024
Why Impact Investing? with Stella Tai
Let each of you look not only to his own interests but also to the interests of others - Philippians We tend to think of that verse as a prescription for giving to help the poor and needy and that s good But is there an application that involves investing Stella Tai joins us today to talk about how your investing can have a positive impact in the world Stella Tai is Manager of Stewardship Investing Impact and Analysis for Praxis Mutual Funds an underwriter of Faith Finance Why Should People of Faith Focus on Impact Investing Impact investing is [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 19, 2024
“Bible Verses” That Aren’t Actually In The Bible
When you want pithy quotes check out social media When you want words of truth look to the Bible But be careful not to get those two mixed up Some familiar sayings may sound like Bible verses but they re really not Today we ll find out why so many old saws really don t cut wood God Won t Give You More Than You Can Handle Of all the Bible verses that aren t actually in the Bible here s the most familiar one God won t give you more than you can handle This sounds great especially if [... more]
Planning Matters Radio
Peter Richon
August 17, 2024
The 401(k) Rollover Mistake that's Costing Retirement Savers Billions
There are so many benefits to rolling your k into an IRA But turns out according to Vanguard nearly one-third of investors who rolled their k into an IRA were still sitting in cash seven years later they never invested their retirement savings As Peter with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy discuss these investors are missing out on billions in investment gains This problem is most pronounced among investors who've changed jobs and younger investors While cash has a place in most portfolios researchers estimate that the long-term benefit of investing in a target date fund versus staying in cash [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 14, 2024
Finding Your Scholarships
Getting a college degree can substantially increase your lifetime earnings but even better is getting someone else to pay for it I m talking about scholarships of course Every year public and private institutions dole out about billion in scholarships Are you getting any of it I ll talk about how you can The Rising Cost of CollegeNo question about it college is expensive The College Board reports that in in-state students at public four-year schools are spending an average of on tuition and fees for just one year excluding room and board Students at private four-year colleges are spending [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 13, 2024
Why Debt Management Is Better with Neile Simon
If you re drowning in debt and someone offers a lifeline make sure it s not really an anchor You have a few different options for paying off debt but they are definitely not all equal You have debt settlement debt consolidation and debt management Neile Simon joins us today to explain the difference Neile Simon is a Certified Credit Counselor with Christian Credit Counselors CCC an underwriter of Faith Finance Debt Consolidation A Quick Fix with Hidden DangersDebt consolidation is often seen as an attractive option because it combines multiple debts into one loan with an interest rate between [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 09, 2024
What To Do With a Boomerang Kid
A boomerang is supposed to return when it leaves your hand But a boomerang kid well that s something else entirely Do you have a boomerang kid That s a term for an adult child that s returned home like a boomerang and now lives with you again If so you re not alone We ll talk about what you can do about it You're not alone if you have a boomerang kid living in your basement The latest Boomerang Kids Survey by Thrivent conducted in April found that of parents have had an adult child move back in with [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 08, 2024
4 Ways Emotions Ruin Smart Investing with Dr. Art Rainer
Wealth gained hastily will dwindle but whoever gathers little by little will increase it - Proverbs Patience is definitely a virtue especially when it comes to investing But too often we allow our emotions to rule over us Dr Art Rainer joins us today to discuss four ways emotions ruin smart investing Dr Art Rainer is the founder of the Institute for Christian Financial Health and Christian Money Solutions He is a regular contributor here at Faith Finance and the author of Money in the Light of Eternity What the Bible Says about Your Financial Purpose The Impact of Emotions [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 07, 2024
Unequally Yoked in Business with Ron Blue
Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness Or what fellowship has light with darkness - Corinthians That warning from the Apostle Paul is usually interpreted to mean that you shouldn t marry outside the faith But does it apply to other relationships just as much Ron Blue joins us today with his practical and spiritual insights about partnerships 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 Understanding Partnerships Beyond MarriageIn Corinthians the [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 05, 2024
God’s Comfort When Finances Fall Apart
The late Tim Keller once said Just because you can t see or imagine a good reason why God would allow something bad to happen doesn t mean there can t be one When something bad happens to your finances it s tempting to wonder if God really knows what he s doing Well He does Today we ll find God s comfort in the midst of financial trials Peter reminds us of God s love for us in the midst of life s troubles Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you It s a reassuring [... more]
Planning Matters Radio
Peter Richon
August 03, 2024
Popular "Financial Guru" Proposes an 8% Withdrawal Rule... Is that Realistic?
Recently on his popular show a well-known financial expert dismissed the common advice to withdraw only of your retirement savings annually as moronic advocating instead for an withdrawal rate In this video Peter Richon with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy talk through whether and when an withdrawal rate makes sense Here's the answer yes it might make sense But it all depends on the individual person Finding the correct withdrawal rate will vary from person to person To find that number you need to account for life expectancy spending habits and market conditions Finding that number will ensure your savings [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
August 01, 2024
Why and How We Save
The Human Genome Project discovered amazing things about man s makeup What it didn t find was a saving gene In my book that means saving doesn t come naturally it s a habit we have to learn and God s Word tells us why it s so important The Reality of Financial InsecurityYou might be surprised to learn that surveys show less than half of Americans can handle an unexpected expense of Many have little or nothing in their emergency fund and when financial setbacks occur they often have to borrow usually using credit cards This situation highlights the [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 29, 2024
Back To School Shopping Tips
If you have school-age children you know that we ve entered one of the year's busiest shopping seasons It s true families are gearing up to send kids back to school which means a lot of spending So how can you make the most of yours without going into debt As summer winds down retailers gear up for their own version of Christmas back-to-school shopping season A recent survey by NerdWallet reveals that parents of K- and college students plan to spend an average of on school supplies and clothing this year Unfortunately this can lead to financial strain with [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 26, 2024
Hoarding: Fear, Envy or Greed?
The human instinct is to hoard things in times of economic stress Let s look at what the Bible has to say about that Hoarding is the over-the-top collection of stuff you can t rationally use in a reasonable time Today we ll talk about the root causes of this temptation and how to avoid it Triggers of HoardingPeople hoard at different levels sometimes even to the point of mental illness though that's not our focus here Instead we ll discuss the kind of hoarding that many of us are tempted to do often in response to circumstances Various factors [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 25, 2024
The Importance of Financial Margin
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 [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 19, 2024
Giving To Children and Grandchildren with Ron Blue
A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous - Proverbs That verse seems pretty straightforward but it leaves several questions unanswered What should we leave to our kids how much and when Ron Blue joins us today with the answers Ron Blue is the Co-Founder of Kingdom Advisors and the author of many books on biblical finance including Splitting Heirs Giving Your Money and Things to Your Children Without Ruining Their Lives When To Leave Money to Your Kids and When Not ToMany people wonder if Proverbs means [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 15, 2024
Back To School Smarts with Crystal Paine
Well it s hard to believe but soon the kids will be heading back to school Are you ready to start the new school year on the right foot Could you use a few tips Well you re in for a treat Crystal Paine joins us today with some great advice to make your back-to-school experience easier Crystal Paine is the founder of MoneySavingMom com and the author of The Time-Saving Mom How to Juggle a Lot Enjoy Your Life and Accomplish What Matters Most Budgeting for Back-to-School EssentialsAs the new school year approaches parents are reminded of the inevitable [... more]
Planning Matters Radio
Peter Richon
July 13, 2024
Top Financial Planning Misses for People in Their 30s and 40s
There are key areas most people in their s and s miss when it comes to financial planning In this video Peter Richon with Richon Planning and Erin Kennedy discuss how to avoid those pitfalls and Peter breaks down the steps you need to take now to set yourself up for financial success Bank Savings Emergency Fund liquidity is key And it will ensure you don't have to borrow money at high interest rates Life Insurance protect yourself and your family in case the worst happens Open and Invest in a Roth take advantage of today's historically low tax rate [... 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 [... 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 [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 08, 2024
The Story of The Last Slave Ship To America
On this episode of Our American Stories the recently enslaved people on the last law-defying slave ship to arrive in America would build their own town and give many freed black Americans a gift beyond measure freedom Here to tell the story is Nick Tabor author of Africatown Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
July 08, 2024
“He Was Closer To Death Than We Knew”
On this episode of Our American Stories an Our American Stories listener Stephen Rusiniak tells the story of his brother's close encounter with death Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]
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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
July 01, 2024
Living Wisely in Either Prosperity or Adversity
In the First Century B C Roman historian Sallust said Prosperity tries the souls even of the wise Most people would choose financial prosperity despite its temptations But what if you re living with financial adversity Today we ll talk about how to be wise in good times and bad The Temptations of Financial Success and AdversityWhen things are going well financially it s tempting to take credit for your success leading to sins like pride and greed On the other hand adversity brings its own set of temptations such as self-pity bitterness and envy Neither set of attitudes is [... 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 [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
June 20, 2024
Avoiding the Most Common Retirement-Planning Mistakes
It rsquo s said that we learn the most from mistakes not success But is that something you want to experience with your retirement savings On today's Faith amp Finance Live Mark Biller joins host Rob West to share his insights and help you avoid some of the most common retirement-planning mistakes Then Rob will take your calls and financial questions nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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 [... 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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
June 17, 2024
What to Do with a Surplus
You ve been a careful steward working hard saving your money and spending wisely Now what Being able to live comfortably and afford the things you need seems like a worthy goal Today we ll look at having a surplus from a biblical perspective Celebrating Financial FaithfulnessMaybe we don t do this enough speak directly to the faithful listeners who already follow God s principles in their finances You ve been living with integrity and making wise choices with your money for years Well we re talking to you today First of all well done Financial faithfulness is a big [... 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 [... 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 [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
June 04, 2024
The Stewardship of Housing Wealth With Harlan Accola
Homeowners now have an average of nearly in home equity and the nationwide total is staggering at trillion Home equity is undoubtedly one of our largest assets So how do the biblical principles of stewardship apply to it Harlan Accola joins us today to discuss this Harlan Accola is the National Reverse Mortgage Director at Movement Mortgage an underwriter of Faith and Finance He is also the author of Home Equity and Reverse Mortgages The Cinderella of the Baby Boomer Retirement Understanding Reverse MortgagesToday s reverse mortgages are not the same product that gave the name such a negative reputation [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 30, 2024
Worrying About The Financial Future With Neile Simon
The data shows that personal debt is rising and folks are worried about their financial future So what s the solution We can t control some things like inflation and a slowing economy But we can do some things especially when managing and eliminating debt Neile Simon joins us today to discuss the solution to fretting over finances Neile Simon is a Certified Credit Counselor with Christian Credit Counselors CCC an underwriter of Faith Finance Understanding The Financial StormWith credit card debt at an all-time high the GDP falling and a disappointing jobs report it s a perfect storm for [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 28, 2024
Who Does This Medal of Honor Belong To?
On this episode of Our American Stories Sergeant Ryan Pitts earned our nation's highest award for valor for his extraordinary actions during one of the bloodiest battles in Afghanistan Hear him celebrate his brothers in arms because as he says about the Medal It is ours not mine Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 28, 2024
A Letter From a Widow of the Black Hawk Down Mission to Her Daughters
On this episode of Our American Stories For now I must take the responsibility for keeping his life entwined with yours Carmen Gordon remembers her husband Gary for their two children sharing with them who he was - a responsible father Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 28, 2024
Remembering the Worst Naval Disaster In American History (The USS Indianapolis)—A Story Featured in the Movie "Jaws"
On this episode of Our American Stories Robert Shaw's Quint told the world about what happened to the USS Indianapolis in the hit movie Jaws The late Edgar Harrell the last surviving Marine from the downed ship tells the real-life story of that fateful day It's a story you won't soon forget Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Our American Stories
Lee Habeeb
May 28, 2024
The Gettysburg Soldier Who Received The Medal of Honor 151 Years After His Death
On this episode of Our American Stories here's the story of Alanzo Cushing as told by those who fought to have him recognized long after he fell at Gettysburg Support the show https www ouramericanstories com donate See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 27, 2024
Why Are We Generous? With Chris Gabriel
Do you think of yourself as a generous person Most of us would like to think we are but do we know why we re generous Jesus told us that it s better to give than to receive and Christians are very generous people Today we ll hear from Chris Gabriel about why this is the case and how we can be even more generous Chris Gabriel is the author of WISEgenerosity A Guide To Purposeful and Productive Living and Giving Chris recently spoke to financial professionals at the Kingdom Advisors Redeeming Money Conference in Orlando However his keen insights [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 24, 2024
For Where Your Treasure Is With Chad Clark
Are you storing up treasures on earth or in heaven Are you focused on the temporal or the eternal In Matthew Jesus clarifies that our hearts will always follow after what we treasure Was he talking about money Chad Clark shares his insights with us today Chad Clark is the Executive Director of FaithFi Faith Finance What does Jesus mean when he says For where your treasure is your heart will be also It challenges us to evaluate what we treasure most It's common for us to say that where our money is there our hearts will be and we [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 22, 2024
Responsible Savings
Statistics show that many people aren rsquo t saving for retirement Others may have far more than enough So how can we find the right balance On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Brian Holtz to share what Scripture has to say about responsible savings Then Rob will answer your questions on different financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 22, 2024
Responsible Savings With Brian Holtz
Statistics show that many people aren't saving for retirement Others may have far more than enough How do you find the right balance Yes saving too much for retirement is possible although many more folks aren't saving enough What does Scripture tell us about responsible savings Brian Holtz fills us in today Brian Holtz is the Chief Operating Officer at Compass Financial Ministry and the author of Financial Discipleship for Families Intentionally Raising Faithful Children It's essential to save and invest enough for retirement but it's just as misguided to prioritize that above all others right The Bible gives us [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 21, 2024
Lessons from Today’s Retirees
Inadequate savings faulty assumptions and high inflation could create barriers to a comfortable retirement So what can we learn from recent retirees about how to avoid these pitfalls On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will welcome Matt Bell to share some lessons from today rsquo s retirees Then Rob will answer your calls about finances See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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
Given the current economic situation we rsquo re all concerned about ways to make our savings grow But it might be wise to be less concerned about the interest we rsquo re getting on our savings account and more concerned about the interest we rsquo re paying on our mortgages On today's Faith amp Finance Live host Rob West will explain ways you can save a fortune on your mortgage interest Then he rsquo ll answer your questions on various financial topics nbsp See omnystudio com listener for privacy information [... 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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 16, 2024
Pros and Cons of Using a Credit Union With Aaron Caid
Do you use a credit union Or have you never considered using one Credit union members know their advantages and million nationwide can't be wrong Aaron Caid joins us today to discuss the pros and cons of credit unions and spoiler alert there aren't many cons Aaron Caid is the Chief Marketing Officer at Christian Community Credit Union an underwriter of Faith Finance What are the pros of joining a typical credit union Credit unions are member-owned cooperatives Members are customers and stakeholders governed by a volunteer board selected from the member base They also have voting rights on credit [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 15, 2024
God Takes Stinginess or Generosity Personally with Randy Alcorn
We'd like to think that our actions are always pleasing to God and certainly don't offend Him but we also know that isn't always true Christians are called to do good works so the world will see them and God will be glorified So it shouldn't surprise us that God takes stinginess and generosity personally Randy Alcorn joins us today to discuss this Randy Alcorn is a New York Times bestselling author of over books on Christian Living and the Founder and Director of Eternal Perspective Ministries His ministry focuses on helping others use their time money possessions and opportunities [... 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]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 10, 2024
The Value of Moms
She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness Her children rise up and call her blessed her husband also and he praises her - Proverbs The True Value of MotherhoodAs we approach Mother's Day it's a great time to reflect on mothers' immense value to our lives beyond their immeasurable emotional and spiritual support While it's clear that a mother's contributions are priceless have you ever wondered what the monetary value of a mother's work might be Recent data from Salary com helps put this into perspective revealing that if motherhood [... more]
Faith And Finance
Rob West
May 08, 2024
Should Christians Vote with Their Investments? With Jerry Bowyer
In Matthew Jesus called us to be wise as snakes and gentle as doves But can we be gentle and wise when standing up for biblical principles and our voting rights as investors It's the annual shareholder meeting season for public corporations meaning companies will hear about their policies from investors Jerry Bowyer joins us today with a biblical perspective on corporate engagement 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 [... 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]
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