Avoid Credit Card Fees
May 02, 2023
00:54:12
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.
Credit card companies make billions each year in interest charges and other fees, which may seem unavoidable. But what may surprise you is there are ways to avoid paying almost all of them. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how to stop paying unnecessary credit card fees. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Christians are called to help the poor, widows and orphans. We often do that through giving, but did you know there’s a new way you can help further God’s Kingdom? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Aaron Caid about a novel way to help those in need by using a certain type of credit card. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
You’ve heard the ads on the radio— identity thieves can take your house unless you buy title fraud insurance. But is the answer really another insurance policy? On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain whether or not you need this insurance or if you can simply protect yourself from this type of fraud.
Christians are called to be faithful stewards of God’s resources. When we do that, we leave a legacy for generations. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Tom Conway about how to facilitate your family legacy and what you may want to achieve in the process. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
As the Federal Reserve raises interest rates, the economy is slowing down, and a weakening labor market is certain to follow. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will mention the latest unemployment numbers and share some tips to help you sharpen your job hunting skills. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Whether you already have an Individual Retirement Account—more commonly known as an IRA—or you’re thinking about opening one, there are several things you should know about them. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain some facts you may not know about IRAs. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Covetousness doesn’t get enough pulpit time these days. Pastors would do well to preach more about this sin that so widely infects today’s society. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk about how you can combat covetousness with God’s wisdom. Then he’ll answer your questions on various financial topics.
The wedding season is nearly upon us and if you’re planning one, you’re probably already knee deep in details. But don’t let your busyness cause you to forget one of the most important things you need to discuss as a couple. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will welcome Howard Dayton to explain that couples need to discuss how they are going to handle their finances before they say “I do.” Then Rob will take your calls and answer the financial questions on your mind.
You’d like to be financially free, but you just don’t know how to make it happen. And even when you learn how to, you have to realize that knowing and doing are two different things. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will let you know how to be financially free—but of course, the doing part will be up to you. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Tithing is fairly simple in your working years. Your only decision is whether to tithe on your net or gross income. But tithing becomes a bit more complicated after you retire. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk with Anthony Saffer about how to tithe in retirement. Then Rob will answer your calls on various financial topics.
Congress signed the SECURE Act 2.0 into law a few months ago, and you might be surprised to learn there are quite a few good things in this bill focused on retirement savings. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how the new law affects your retirement. Then he’ll answer questions on various financial topics.
Career experts like to say there’s no such thing as job security, But there is employment security, which comes when you continually improve your abilities. And part of that includes sharpening your interview skills. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will share some tips you can use to prep for your next interview so you can be relaxed, confident, and ready for anything. Then Rob will answer your questions on various financial topics.
Getting a college degree can increase your lifetime earnings substantially. But what’s even better is getting someone else to pay for your education through a scholarship. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will explain how you can get some of the $8 billion in scholarship money that is doled out every year. Then he’ll answer your calls about the financial topics on your mind.
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Teaching kids to handle money wisely is a valuable gift indeed. But teaching them to honor God with their money is priceless. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, Rob West will talk with Matt Bell about training up your children to handle money in a way that honors the Lord. Then Rob will answer your questions 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.
If you sold your home in the past year or two, you probably made a killing. Yet some first-time home sellers aren’t happy with their results. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will talk about an interesting new trend that’s being called “first-time home sellers’ remorse.” Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
Is there unclaimed money out there with your name on it? If so, finding it might be easier than you think. On today's Faith & Finance on AFR, host Rob West will share how you can find out if any of the billions out there of unclaimed funds could have your name on it. Then he’ll answer your calls on various financial topics.
