Faith & Finance

With a national debt now north of $30 trillion, is there a debt crisis on the horizon? And what does it mean for you? Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about that with Jerry Bowyer and then take your financial questions.

For all the hoopla about reverse mortgages these days, it’s surprising that only about 2-percent of folks eligible for them take one out. Maybe the 98% know something the others don’t, not just that reverse mortgages have high fees and lots of rules, but that there are alternatives. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about whether you need a reverse mortgage and take your phone calls.

Philosopher George Santayana is credited with saying, ​“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” Is that what we’re experiencing now? It sure seems like we’re seeing many of the same economic conditions as the 1970s. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about that with Mark Biller and together they will take your calls and questions.

Do you have a financial advisor? Or are you taking advice from your favorite social media platform? Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about that and then he'll answer your financial questions. Later Bob Doll stops by for his weekly update on the markets.

We’ve reported many times how identity thieves target seniors. Now it seems they’re going after kids, too. And it’s way more common than you might think. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about how you can protect your kids and elderly parents from identity theft and then he'll take your calls.

If you worry that you’ll never be able to pay off your federal student loans, the light at the end of the tunnel is getting a little brighter. The White House is expected to make a decision about student loan forgiveness, but the Education Department isn’t waiting. Rob West will explain today on MoneyWise on AFR.

For most people, for good or ill, credit cards are a part of everyday life. We think we know everything about them, but often, that's not true. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about some things you may not know about credit cards and then answer listeners' questions.

Everyone makes mistakes with finances. The only difference is that some people learn from them and others don’t. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about how you can learn from financial missteps and then take your calls.

The government says that more than 2 out of 3 Americans will need long-term care at some point. Long-term care insurance isn’t cheap. Can you afford to buy it? Or rather, can you afford not to? Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will discuss long-term care insurance and then Dr. Tim Todd of Revival Fires International joins us with an incredible opportunity to get the Word of God into the hands of America's youth. In the last segment of the program today Bob Doll joins us to talk about the markets and financial news.

Homeowners love the fact that property values have gone through the roof this past year, but there’s a downside. If you haven’t gotten your latest property assessment, you could be in for a shock. Your property tax assessment will probably rise right along with your home’s value. But is it accurate? Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will tell you how to challenge yours. Then we take your calls on all things financial.

C.S. Lewis said, “What we want is not more little books about Christianity, but more little books by Christians on other subjects.” Speaking of “little books,” did you know that many authors will tell you that children’s books are the hardest to write? Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk with Art Rainer about a unique series of books he’s written to teach kids about money. Then we'll take your calls and financial questions.

With the average monthly car payment now at $712, it makes sense to keep your old car running as long as possible! Estimates are that prices for new and used cars will remain sky high well into 2023. So now is a terrible time to buy another vehicle. In most cases, you’ll be miles ahead by repairing the old one. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will tell you the best way to keep your current car running and then he will answer your financial questions.

Well, it’s official. The U.S. has slipped into a recession. The question is, are you prepared for it? It may be only a technical recession and the employment numbers remain high, thankfully, but who knows what tomorrow will bring? Best to be ready. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will tell you how to prepare your spending plan and then take your calls.

God is all-powerful. He can do anything and doesn’t need our help. But don’t take that to mean that he doesn’t want our help. He very much does. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about what that might mean when it comes to financial stewardship. Then we take your calls and later Bob Doll stops by to talk markets and inflation.

Ephesians 4:29 says “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs … “ That’s a great verse to keep in mind when talking with anyone, but especially your spouse, and especially when you’re having a disagreement. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about this with Howard Dayton and then it’s on to your calls.

If you don’t think you’re smart enough to handle money wisely, consider Proverbs 18:15, “The mind of the prudent acquires knowledge, And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.” Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West has a few things you must know to be a good steward of God’s resources, and it starts with simply wanting to be one. Then we will take your calls and financial questions.

With inflation running so high these days saving on healthcare costs is more important than ever. Last year, the average family spent over $1200 a month for healthcare and we can expect that figure to rise dramatically this year as inflation takes its toll on the healthcare industry. Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about that with Lauren Gajdek.

Matthew 14:30 says “But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.” The account of Jesus walking on water and Peter attempting to join him is generally associated with faith. But does it hold a message for investing as well? Today on MoneyWise on AFR, Rob West will talk about that with Mark Biller.

Proverbs 27:23 tells us, “Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds …” Today our flocks and herds might be stocks, mutual funds and everything else in our retirement portfolios. Do yours honor the Lord? Robert Netzly is here today with a new, easy way to find out.