Ask Chuck: A Simple, Effective Financial Plan
Dear Chuck, I began participating in my company’s 401K when starting my first job out of college last year. I know I should be giving and setting aside funds for emergencies, too. But where should I start? Novice with Money Dear Novice with Money, It’s refreshing to hear from someone your age who’s already […]
Ask Chuck: Worried About Inflation?
Dear Chuck, I’m getting concerned about rising prices and the possibility of high inflation. What can I do to keep up with these increased costs for gas, groceries, home improvement materials, etc? Worried About Inflation Dear Worried About Inflation, Inflation is on everyone’s mind right now because it is a threat to our well […]
Ask Chuck: How to Save 1K on a Limited Income
Dear Chuck, I’m trying to save an emergency fund of $1000, but I’m making very little progress. I get so discouraged when I mess up. Can you offer any encouragement and saving tips for someone with limited income and too many bills to pay? No Safety Net Dear No Safety Net, Well, I am […]
Ask Chuck: How to Build Emergency Savings
Dear Chuck, I make a good salary but am unable to build my emergency savings beyond $1,000. It seems like unexpected things always prevent me from putting more away. My goal is to have 3 months set aside. Any tips? Living on the Edge Dear Living on the Edge, Well first, congratulations on saving […]
Ask Chuck: Filling a Void with Material Things
Dear Chuck, Amazon Prime day just recently took place, and I found lots of great deals. Many of my friends took to social media to share great sales they found, and it was well-talked about at work for several days. While big sales like this can be great for saving us money, I actually was […]
Ask Chuck: How to Be Financially Prepared for a Surprise Pregnancy
Dear Chuck, My husband and I just got married 4 months ago and got pregnant pretty quickly after our wedding. While we are so excited about becoming parents, the pregnancy was unexpected and now we are trying to build our financial lives together and prepare for a child. Any advice on how to save fast […]
13 Money-Saving Hacks
Saving is biblical; God wants us to be savers! He wants us to have the resources we need to take care of our families and others. He also wants us to be in a position to serve Him so that He will be made known and honored. Saving does not represent a lack of faith, […]
3 Steps to Develop a Savings Mindset
Have you ever been skiing? I remember teaching each of my 4 sons how to ski. Just getting them all dressed, bundled up, and in their ski boots was enough of a workout for an entire day, but then we actually had to get on the mountain. I’m not sure they could put their arms […]
4 Ways to “Unstuck” Your Finances
Have you been waiting to make a budget until you make just a little more money? Maybe you have good intentions to start saving for retirement, but it just hasn’t happened yet. Debt has a way of accumulating quickly while we work to develop a plan to pay it off. Can you identify with any […]
10 Ways to Save $1,000 by Christmas
[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” width=”1/1″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text]Christmas may still seem far away – for most, school is back in session, the leaves haven’t started changing yet, and it’s still so hot outside, just the thought of a fireplace and hot chocolate makes you sweat. […]
