Retirement Checkup
March 03, 2023
00:54:11
Airing live at 9am CST on American Family Radio, Faith & Finance with Rob West, along with special guests and financial experts, aims to provide biblical wisdom on a variety of financial topics as well as answers to call-in questions. Originating in 1988, Larry Burkett, co-founder of Christian Financial Concepts and Crown Financial Ministries, started a question-and-answer radio program with co-host Steve Moore called “Money Matters”. After Larry’s passing and homegoing in 2003, Crown’s other co-founder, Howard Dayton, became the new host and in 2011, Money Matters was transformed into MoneyWise by Howard’s new organization, Compass Finances God’s Way. In 2017, Kingdom Advisors (another organization Larry Burkett co-founded) acquired the MoneyWise radio broadcast ministry and in January 2023 the ministry changed it's name to Faith & Finance. Today, under the leadership of radio host Rob West, Faith & Finance can be found on your favorite podcast platform and on the AFR website and mobile app.
Do you know if your retirement plans are on track? Or do you just hope they are? If you don’t know for sure, then maybe it’s time for a checkup. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain that many people aren’t aware of how much they need to save and will likely fall short of their goals, if they don’t consider some important factors. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
Knowing where and how to give to God’s Kingdom can be a challenge for any individual. But that’s even more true for married couples. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Bob Doll to explain that agreeing with your spouse specifically about giving is just as important as agreeing with them about the rest of your finances. Then Rob will answer calls on various financial topics.
Does “becoming one” in marriage extend to the checkbook? Put another way, should husbands and wives have joint or separate checking accounts? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will share some biblical advice about how married couples should handle their finances. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Whenever there’s a lot of cash to be had, that’s when scam artists come out of the woodwork. And this tax season is no different. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will let you know what scammers are up to this tax season, so you can be prepared to avoid them. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
They say life insurance is like a parachute. If you don’t have it the first time, odds are you won’t need it again. A funny line, but all kidding aside, life insurance is the only way most people can provide for their families if they should die. But what happens when it ends? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West talks about that and he will answer questions on a variety of financial topics.
Psalm 94:19 is a great source of peace in troubled times. It reads, “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.” On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about whenever you face uncertainties, financial or otherwise, God’s Word is filled with reminders that He’s always with you. A great way to overcome your fears is to count your blessings. We’ll do that today, then it’s on to your questions.
We’re hip-deep in tax season. Are you getting all your financial ducks in a row before it’s time to “give unto Caesar?" On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about the filing deadline being here before you know it. If you haven’t started prepping yet, now’s the time to do it. He'll have some tips that could save you headaches and then he'll answer your questions on various financial topics.
Whether you own a business or work for a paycheck, earning money is probably something you think about every day. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Howard Dayton about earning money God’s way. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
A health savings account can save you a lot of money now and give you a healthier retirement income later.
On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Mark Biller about how health savings accounts were designed to help folks struggling with out-of-pocket medical expenses but a key provision makes them terrific “back up” retirement accounts, too. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
For more than a quarter century, financial advisors have used the 4% rule for retirement withdrawals. So why change it now? Some advisors are now saying 4% may be too high, while the man who wrote the rule says it’s too low. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will weigh into the debate. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Based on some estimates, the average household spends an astonishing 40% of its food budget eating out. But should we be spending that much on convenient ways to eat? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about how making changes to your food budget can easily save you a lot of money and calories. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
Do you have any false gods or idols in your life? Would you recognize one if you did? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how anything that stands between you and Christ is an idol and he’ll give you some examples of them, so you can be on the lookout for idols in your own life. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
God’s Word contains dozens of verses about repaying debt, but they are usually from the perspective of owing money to others. But, what if someone owes us money? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about the process you can use to reconcile unpaid debt when someone owes you money. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Are you celebrating by giving flowers, cards, or candy to loved ones? Expressing your feelings on Valentine’s Day is a great tradition, but it’s only one day a year. On today's Faith and Finance on AFR, Rob West shares things you should do all year round to ensure your Valentine’s Day is a happy one. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
It’s nothing new for seniors to get discounts, but did you know that one of them can save you money on healthcare costs? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Lauren Gajdek about Christian Healthcare Ministries’ program called Senior Share. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Credit card debt fell sharply during the COVID shutdowns. But unfortunately, it’s becoming a big problem once again. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Neile Simon of Christian Credit Counselors about how you can get help managing your credit card debt. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
Do you know how much you’ve given back to God’s Kingdom over the years? If not, would you like to understand how to track your generosity in the future? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Art Rainer to talk about why it’s important to track your generosity and he’ll suggest ways you can get started. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Student loan forgiveness is popular among the millions of Americans who owe more than $1.7 trillion for their education. But it definitely has its detractors as well. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Jerry Bowyer to talk about several reasons why he’s not a fan of student loan forgiveness. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
We’re called to be good stewards of God’s resources, but being financially faithful amid the business of modern life isn’t easy. Today on Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will tell you how to remain faithful in managing your money. Then he'll answer your questions on a variety of financial topics.
Are we headed for a recession? The answer is always “yes,” but no one knows when it’ll come or how deep it will be. Today on Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with financial coach John Putnam about how you can prepare today. Then he'll answer your questions on various financial topics.
