Ask Chuck: Are You Shrewd with Money?
Dear Chuck, The Parable of the Dishonest Manager looks like Jesus commends lying. Am I right about this? Curious what you think. Curious Reader Dear Curious Reader, Almost two-thirds of Jesus’ parables mention money or possessions and our beliefs and use of them. He talked a lot about money—more than He did about heaven […]
Ask Chuck: A Financial Tool You Must Have!
Dear Chuck, My wife and I are finally living on a budget! What are some key steps in our financial plans that we should aspire to achieve now? Getting Our Act Together Dear Getting Our Act Together, Bravo! I read some years ago that about 60% of people say they need or desire to live […]
Ask Chuck: Are You Exhausted By Inflation?
Dear Chuck, I am exhausted trying to make it to the end of the month while remaining within my budget. I feel like inflation is robbing me of more than my money. I am losing my joy every day that this continues. Exhausted by Inflation Dear Exhausted by Inflation, I wish I could tell […]
Ask Chuck: How Can I Save Money on Energy Bills?
Dear Chuck, It is already cccccold where I live. My heating bills are getting painful. Any tips to save money this winter? Bracing for the Winter Bills Dear Bracing for the Winter Bills, Unfortunately, we all need to be prepared to pay more to heat our homes in the coming months, regardless of the […]
Ask Chuck: Should I Wait to Buy a Used Car?
Hi Chuck, When do you think used-car prices will drop? My car is racking up a lot of miles, and I am trying to hold off on buying a replacement. Waiting on Prices to Drop Dear Waiting on Prices to Drop, Several years ago, a neighbor told my wife they needed to buy a […]
Ask Chuck: Are Student Loans a Rip-Off?
Dear Chuck, When students were paying 10% on student loans, we couldn’t get 1% interest on the money we put in savings. It seems like students and families who continue to take these loans are getting ripped off. Would you please address usury? Looks Like Usury to Me Dear Looks Like Usury to Me, […]
Ask Chuck: Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist Cars?
Dear Chuck, Should I buy a car listed on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist? There seems to be a lot of great deals from private sellers. And I would love to pay cash rather than have a car payment. But the process seems so daunting. Many of the posts look like scams, and most sellers say […]
Ask Chuck: I Need Balance Between Work and Home
Dear Chuck, I work very long days and provide nice things for my wife and children. However, I’ve grown increasingly aware that I am missing out on valuable time with them. Can you help me find balance? Torn Between Work and Home Dear Torn Between Work and Home, Having struggled with this early in […]
Ask Chuck: How Do We Avoid Bankruptcy?
Dear Chuck, My wife and I are reaching out for some financial advice. After I lost some of my leg (due to diabetes), I have struggled with depression and holding down a job. What does Crown offer someone like me? Depressed and Near Bankruptcy Dear Depressed and Near Bankruptcy, Thank you for the opportunity […]
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 […]
