Ask Chuck: Best Practices for Charitable Giving
Dear Chuck, I’m considering dropping support of some of the organizations and institutions I’ve helped in the past and putting that money to better use. It’s been disheartening to see a drift in values. Do you have a guide for Christian givers? Redirecting My Charitable Giving Dear Redirecting My Charitable Giving, We are experiencing […]
Ask Chuck: Troubled American
Dear Chuck, I’m an American who believes our religious and financial freedoms are being threatened. I want to discuss this with our family during our 4thof July gathering. I am grateful to be an American but feel the country I love is quickly disappearing. Any insights for me? Troubled American Dear Troubled American, This […]
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: Financial Lessons from Dad
In honor of our Fathers, today I want to share four financial lessons that my Dad taught me. Life was not easy for my dad. He was raised in poverty but found his escape by lying about his age and joining the Marines at only 17. He survived through the brutal Koren War but was […]
Ask Chuck: Considering a Reverse Mortgage?
Dear Chuck, My neighbor says we should consider a reverse mortgage. My wife and I are split about it. Can you break the deadlock? Reverse Mortgage Deadlock Dear Reverse Mortgage Deadlock, I am not sure that I can break the deadlock you describe, but I can give you my perspective and supporting data. I […]
Ask Chuck: Stuck Without a Budget
Dear Chuck, My husband and I have good intentions when it comes to using money wisely, but we just don’t follow through. We need help! Stuck Without a Budget Dear Stuck Without a Budget, In my years of counseling couples about their finances, I have met many just like you who want to have […]
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 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 […]
