Ask Chuck: Buy or Keep Renting?
Dear Chuck, We’re trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a house. We’ve been outbid numerous times, and our landlord wants to raise our rent. Should we wait or keep trying? Squeezed by Rising Rent Dear Squeezed by Rising Rent, My answer is yes—to both. Exactly if or when to stop renting […]
Ask Chuck: Is It Time to “Quietly Quit”?!
Dear Chuck, I am now a remote worker (since COVID), and I find myself “always on.” It was easier when I could leave the office, go home, and get away from the stress of my job. Now home is my office so the stress seems 24/7. I am considering trying the “Quiet Quitting” method but […]
Ask Chuck: Should Christians Accept Student Loan Forgiveness?
Dear Chuck, I am bitter that I just paid off my federal student loan last year, after ten years of working a side job to do it! Seems grossly unfair that, all of a sudden, some people are getting a free ride. Shouldn’t Christians refuse this free money? Bitter About Free Money Dear Bitter […]
Ask Chuck: I Need Wise Financial Counselors!
Dear Chuck, I grew up in a dysfunctional home. I have friends with fathers, uncles, or brothers who regularly give them wise financial counsel. I desperately want that but don’t have those kinds of relationships in my life. What can I do? Looking for Wise Counselors Dear Looking for Wise Counselors, While I am […]
Ask Chuck: How Do I Recession Proof Our Finances?
Dear Chuck, If we’re headed towards an economic downturn, how can I recession proof our finances? Recession Proofing Dear Recession Proofing, Many economists believe we are headed toward major economic challenges. Consider just three reasons: Jobless claims are at an 8-month high as layoffs increase in number. We have experienced record-high inflation, and consumer […]
Ask Chuck: I Am Sick of High Taxes!
Dear Chuck, Jesus commended a steward for being dishonest. Does the Bible endorse bending the rules, like when the IRS is weaponized against Christians? Sick of High Taxes Dear Sick of High Taxes, Thank you for your question. No, the Bible does not commend dishonesty or endorse a bending of the rules to avoid […]
Ask Chuck: Help! My Wife is Stressed Out!
Dear Chuck, My wife is really organized, but I am not. When it comes to finances, she gets stressed if we go over budget a little here or there. How do I help her chill out? Stressed-Out Wife Dear Stressed-Out Wife, It might surprise you, but I think you may be placing the blame […]
Ask Chuck: One or Many Credit Cards?
Dear Chuck, My spouse thinks we need another credit card. We’ve been getting by just fine with one. Who do you agree with? Divided Over Credit Cards Dear Divided Over Credit Cards, It is not wise to step into the middle of a dispute without hearing both sides. So my first reaction is to […]
Ask Chuck: Financial Advice for Lifelong Singles
Dear Chuck, Many of my single friends (divorced, widowed, and lifelong singles) are struggling to make ends meet. Is there an approach to managing money for those who are single and may never marry? Advice for Lifelong Singles Dear Advice for Lifelong Singles, Thank you for the question. This is a very important trend […]
Ask Chuck: Rising Costs of Childcare
Dear Chuck, I am a single parent trying to manage life on a limited budget. I am extremely fearful about being unable to provide for my two children with the high cost of everything. I have a decent job, but I need to figure out how to afford childcare! It is getting crazy. Stressed Single […]
