Some people like to say that money doesn’t matter because it can’t buy love or happiness. Well, that’s certainly true. But there’s no denying that money is still pretty important because it affects nearly every aspect of our lives. Money has no moral characterit’s simply a tool. You might even call it a power tool. Today on MoneyWise Rob West and Steve Moore give us the operating instructions. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I would like to invest in CDs so I don’t spend my savings. Is that the best way to save?

-I’m going to retire in about 6 years. I will have a pension, but I want to supplement it. Should I invest in a Roth IRA?

-I have two rental properties, but I’m struggling to pay for all of the maintenance. I’m putting a lot of those expenses on credit cards. Can you help?

-My daughter is almost 18. My income will change substantially at that point because child support will stop coming in. I want to teach her about budgeting, but I’m struggling because of my own uncertain income.

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

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Some people like to say that money doesnt matter because it cant buy love or happiness. Well, thats certainly true. But theres no denying that money is still pretty important because it affects nearly every aspect of our lives. Money has no moral characterits simply a tool. You might even call it a power tool. Today on MoneyWise Rob West and Steve Moore give us the operating instructions. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I would like to invest in CDs so I dont spend my savings. Is that the best way to save?

-Im going to retire in about 6 years. I will have a pension, but I want to supplement it. Should I invest in a Roth IRA?

-I have two rental properties, but Im struggling to pay for all of the maintenance. Im putting a lot of those expenses on credit cards. Can you help?

-My daughter is almost 18. My income will change substantially at that point because child support will stop coming in. I want to teach her about budgeting, but Im struggling because of my own uncertain income.

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

Today on MoneyWise, Steve Moore and Rob West speak with investing specialist, Mark Biller, from Sound Mind Investing, about interest rate reversal. They ask Mark to talk through and make sense of the most recent interest rate drop.Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I have a CD for investing some of my money. How can I be sure this is the best option for investing?

-Does closing a credit card affect my credit score?

-Is it a good idea to take on credit card debt to start a business?

To learn more about Mark Biller and Sound Mind Investing visit soundmindinvesting.com.

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

Today on MoneyWise, Steve Moore and Rob West speak with investing specialist, Mark Biller, from Sound Mind Investing, about interest rate reversal. They ask Mark to talk through and make sense of the most recent interest rate drop.Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I have a CD for investing some of my money. How can I be sure this is the best option for investing?

-Does closing a credit card affect my credit score?

-Is it a good idea to take on credit card debt to start a business?

To learn more about Mark Biller and Sound Mind Investing visit soundmindinvesting.com.

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

Surveys vary widely on the percentage of people who don’t budget. One says its as high as 66%. Another, just half that. But either way, an awful lot of Americans spend without a plan. Today on MoneyWise Rob West and Steve Moore tell you why. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I have an 8-month-old daughter. In Florida, there is a prepaid tuition program. Is that the best way to save for college?

-My sister and I inherited 2 cemetery lots. Neither of us will use them. I have the titles to them, but the cemetery won’t buy them back. What can I do with them?

-I am in the process of looking for a new church home. I always set aside part of my income for tithe, but I’m not sure where to give it while I’m in between churches.

-I was recently told that whole life insurance is not a good investment. My husband and I have had our policy for more than 20 years. Should we drop it?

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

Surveys vary widely on the percentage of people who dont budget. One says its as high as 66%. Another, just half that. But either way, an awful lot of Americans spend without a plan. Today on MoneyWise Rob West and Steve Moore tell you why. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I have an 8-month-old daughter. In Florida, there is a prepaid tuition program. Is that the best way to save for college?

-My sister and I inherited 2 cemetery lots. Neither of us will use them. I have the titles to them, but the cemetery wont buy them back. What can I do with them?

-I am in the process of looking for a new church home. I always set aside part of my income for tithe, but Im not sure where to give it while Im in between churches.

-I was recently told that whole life insurance is not a good investment. My husband and I have had our policy for more than 20 years. Should we drop it?

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

Best-selling author and pastor Brian Kluth is our special guest today on MoneyWise. Getting the word out about the Bless Your Pastor campaign, Rob West and cohost Steve Moore encourage church-going believers to love their pastors well. This movement helps to empower and equip every Christian to more fully provide for their pastor and staff in easy, creative ways.

In this episode we also answer your questions:

I’m not going to have much money when I retire. What are my planning options?

I receive widow benefits from social security. If I remarry, will I lose those benefits?

I have a lot of credit card debt and I’m not able to tithe to my local church. What does God think about this?

To ask your questions, call (800) 525-7000 or email them [email protected]. Also, visit our website,moneywise.org,where you can connect with a MoneyWise Coach, purchase books, and even download free, helpful resources.

Like and Follow us on Facebook atMoneyWise Mediafor videos and the very latest discussion!

And remember that it’s your prayerful and financial support that keeps MoneyWise on the air. You can help us continue this outreach by clicking the Donate tab at the top of the page.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

Best-selling author and pastor Brian Kluth is our special guest today on MoneyWise. Getting the word out about the Bless Your Pastor campaign, Rob West and cohost Steve Moore encourage church-going believers to love their pastors well. This movement helps to empower and equip every Christian to more fully provide for their pastor and staff in easy, creative ways.

In this episode we also answer your questions:

Im not going to have much money when I retire. What are my planning options?

I receive widow benefits from social security. If I remarry, will I lose those benefits?

I have a lot of credit card debt and Im not able to tithe to my local church. What does God think about this?

To ask your questions, call (800) 525-7000 or email them [email protected]. Also, visit our website,moneywise.org,where you can connect with a MoneyWise Coach, purchase books, and even download free, helpful resources.

Like and Follow us on Facebook atMoneyWise Mediafor videos and the very latest discussion!

And remember that its your prayerful and financial support that keeps MoneyWise on the air. You can help us continue this outreach by clicking the Donate tab at the top of the page.

Have you heard the saying, What you know won’t hurt you? Well, like many other silly expressions, that one is definitely a myth. It’s more like sticking your head in the sand; also a dangerous thing to do if you’re a renter.Today on MoneyWise Rob West and Steve Moore give you 5 myths about renters insurance. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-We’re looking at retirement. I have 5 years left in my position. We have an opportunity to sell our home. Would it be wise to go ahead and do that and just rent?

-I received a settlement from workers’ compensation, and its enough to pay off my mortgage. Should I do that? Or invest it and earn money on it?

-I’ve been going to real estate courses. I’ve given them a lot of money for the education. Is this the best way to be a good steward of my money?

-When I purchased my home, the seller purchased a home warranty. That is about to expire. Should I renew the warranty?

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1085/29

Have you heard the saying, What you know wont hurt you? Well, like many other silly expressions, that one is definitely a myth. Its more like sticking your head in the sand; also a dangerous thing to do if youre a renter.Today on MoneyWise Rob West and Steve Moore give you 5 myths about renters insurance. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-Were looking at retirement. I have 5 years left in my position. We have an opportunity to sell our home. Would it be wise to go ahead and do that and just rent?

-I received a settlement from workers compensation, and its enough to pay off my mortgage. Should I do that? Or invest it and earn money on it?

-Ive been going to real estate courses. Ive given them a lot of money for the education. Is this the best way to be a good steward of my money?

-When I purchased my home, the seller purchased a home warranty. That is about to expire. Should I renew the warranty?

Be sure to check out our new website at moneywise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook. Thanks for your prayerful and financial support that helps keep MoneyWise on the air.And if you'd like to help, just go to the website and click the Donate tab at the top of the page.