Ask Chuck: What is DeFi all about?
Dear Chuck, Can you help me understand all the buzz about DeFi (decentralized finance)? I just don’t get it. Traditional Boomer Dear Traditional Boomer, You and I are in the same boat, as traditional boomers! I know enough to be dangerous, so I asked my team to do some research to help us both […]
Ask Chuck: Should I Buy a House in a Hot Real Estate Market?
Dear Chuck, Housing prices are astronomical here but so is rent. It seems I am throwing money down the drain every month. Would it be a mistake to buy so I could at least build some equity? Buy Now or Wait? Dear Buy Now or Wait, This year’s real estate market has been crazy! […]
Ask Chuck: I Hate My Job
Dear Chuck, I really hate my job. I want to quit, but I was taught that it is better to find a job before you quit what you have. Any tips for finding a job before bailing out of this miserable situation? Stuck in a Bad Job Dear Stuck in a Bad Job, I […]
Ask Chuck: How to Make Memorial Day Meaningful
Dear Chuck, We can’t travel this year. How can I make Memorial Day special for my family while staying on a budget? Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Dear Honoring Our Fallen Heroes, First, thank you for remembering that this national holiday is far more than a time to shop and play. Memorial Day was founded […]
Ask Chuck: My Spouse is an Impulsive Spender
Dear Chuck, Do you have any advice for someone married to an impulsive spender? Cautious Budgeter Dear Cautious Budgeter, Sounds like you may be married to an opposite financial personality; my wife and I can relate! Most of us have made an impulsive purchase at some point in time. Others struggle with it more […]
Ask Chuck: Overcoming Financial Bitterness
Dear Chuck, Our best friends are on the brink of a divorce. A financial mistake occurred several years ago, and they’re slowly working their way out. But the wife is struggling to forgive. Any advice? Financial Bitterness Dear Financial Bitterness, This is a far bigger problem than simply fixing their finances. A divorce usually […]
Ask Chuck: What About China’s Digital Currency?
Dear Chuck, I read your new book on economic threats. What do you think of China’s new digital currency? Isn’t it a threat that should be on your list of Gray Swans? Economic Observer Dear Economic Observer, I wrote a book about Seven Gray Swans—trends that threaten our financial future which are low probability […]
Ask Chuck: Getting Debt Free
Dear Chuck, I am working hard to be better with money. What’s your best tip for getting out of debt? Debt Free in Three Dear Debt Free in Three, I am excited that you have a goal to be debt free. I am hoping that your phrase “debt free in three” is a three […]
Ask Chuck: How Can I Disaster Proof My Finances?
Dear Chuck, I have several friends who are in deep financial trouble in the early years of their marriage. I want to avoid the stress they’re experiencing. Do you have any helpful tips so that I can guard my home and marriage? Avoiding Disaster Dear Avoiding Disaster, Being under constant financial stress is terrible […]
Ask Chuck: Credit for Kids?
Dear Chuck, My 13-year-old wants a credit card since her best friend has one. Seems young to me. Would you say yes or no? Credit for Kids? Dear Credit for Kids, My first reaction is, no! However, it has some potential upside, so let’s vet this a little closer. Far too many young people […]
