Ask Chuck: Should I Buy Gold?
Dear Chuck, Gold is soaring now. Should I buy gold before our economy tanks? Gold Fever Dear Gold Fever, I’m probably going to step on some toes because people have very strong opinions about gold. Gold, speaking of the tangible metal, is an asset, a commodity, and makes for a good insurance policy–but not […]
Ask Chuck: Is My 401(k) at Risk?
Dear Chuck, I am 46 years old. My company is closing its doors due to COVID-19. I have been adding to my 401(k) for 21 years. What do I do with it now? Concerned About My 401(k) Dear Concerned, Thanks for the great question. Millions of people are facing a similar challenge. I will […]
Ask Chuck: Should Christians Invest in Cannabis?
Dear Chuck, There is a lot of talk lately about the potential profits to be earned by investing in cannabis (marijuana) opportunities. Personally, I think it is wrong, though some of my Christian friends see it as an appropriate way to invest. As a parent of teenagers, I am very concerned about the likely legalization […]
3 Ways To Quit Neglecting Your Savings Account
Looking ahead to the future is an important, but often scary, thing to do, especially when it comes to your finances. The best way to prepare for the future and give yourself financial margin is to establish a healthy savings account. Not only will it help to ensure that you have cash to cover expenses, […]
Ask Chuck: 3 Rules About Bitcoin and Other Investments
Dear Chuck, Like many other curious investors, I was tempted to buy bitcoin but thankfully didn’t, now that it’s plummeted. How do you decide when something is a good investment? Burdened About Bitcoin Dear Burdened, Bitcoin has been a hot topic in the news for some time! It’s a controversial investment and investors have […]
Practical Steps to Start Investing
Are you an investor? The U.S. stock market has grabbed everyone’s attention since volatility began to increase after a full year of uninterrupted growth in 2017. With so many people having some stake in the market, it is no wonder that it has been making the financial headlines lately. Recent surveys indicate that about 45% […]
Ask Chuck: How to Start Investing?
Dear Chuck, The stock market has been in the news a LOT recently. I don’t know much about it, but seeing all the headlines has made me more interested and I’ve been thinking a lot about starting to invest. Is investing a good idea for Christians? Could you help me know what the first steps […]
How To Save For Retirement Without an Employer-Sponsored Plan
About 34% of the workforce today is made up of freelancers, constituting what is now known as the “Gig Economy”. These individuals have forgone the traditional 9-5 office jobs for temporary contract work with one or many organizations. And, Intuit predicts that number will continue to grow. For so many, working from home or having […]
Are Investing Apps a Good Investment?
For many, investing is intimidating. The complicated Wall Street jargon, the horror stories of Depression and Recession, and a shared mentality that you have to be both wealthy and white collar to have any skin in the game have all contributed. Only 40% of Millennials are investors, and many think their salary alone disqualifies them […]
Ask Chuck: What Does the Bible Say About the Bitcoin Frenzy?
Dear Chuck, It seems like everyday I see a new headline about Bitcoin. There is quite a frenzy about this digital currency, but something doesn’t feel right to me. Do you have any advice? Is it a good investment, or just a bubble waiting to pop? Sincerely, Cautious Investor Dear Cautious Investor, Great question! […]