Today on Money Wise, Steve Moore and Rob West celebrate Christmas Eve by discussing how to keep Christ in Christmas. They review suggestions such as focusing on generosity, how to reflect the character of Christ, adding God to your gift list, and looking for opportunities to serve your community. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-We have money in an IRA. We are trying to decide if we should leave it where it is or take it out and invest it else ware. Advice?

-I was deployed and when I got back I had the opportunity to pay back into my retirement. Should I do this?

-My daughter is eligible for adoption assistance through the state. What is the best way to invest this money for her?

-How do you determine how much you can afford when buying a home?

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 and get notifications about what we’re up to. 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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Today on Money Wise, Steve Moore and Rob West celebrate Christmas Eve by discussing how to keep Christ in Christmas. They review suggestions such as focusing on generosity, how to reflect the character of Christ, adding God to your gift list, and looking for opportunities to serve your community. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-We have money in an IRA. We are trying to decide if we should leave it where it is or take it out and invest it else ware. Advice?

-I was deployed and when I got back I had the opportunity to pay back into my retirement. Should I do this?

-My daughter is eligible for adoption assistance through the state. What is the best way to invest this money for her?

-How do you determine how much you can afford when buying a home?

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 and get notifications about what were up to. 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 Money Wise, Steve Moore and Rob West are joined by economist, Jerry Bowyer, to discuss economics in the Bible. They discuss a passage from Luke Chapter 1 where Mary learns that she is carrying the savior, Jesus and how she reacts to this news. They also discuss the economics that you can find throughout the Christmas Story. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-How can you tell if you are ready to retire, financially?

-My husband and I are not on the same page with tithing. How do I handle this?

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 and get notifications about what we’re up to. 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

Today on Money Wise, Steve Moore and Rob West are joined by economist, Jerry Bowyer, to discuss economics in the Bible. They discuss a passage from Luke Chapter 1 where Mary learns that she is carrying the savior, Jesus and how she reacts to this news. They also discuss the economics that you can find throughout the Christmas Story. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-How can you tell if you are ready to retire, financially?

-My husband and I are not on the same page with tithing. How do I handle this?

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 and get notifications about what were up to. 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.

Were you one of the millions impacted by a data breach this past year? In 2018 alone, 16 major retailers doing business online reported data breaches or hacks. With your personal financial information at risk, do you need identity theft protection? Is it worth paying a company for protection?Or is it something you can do yourself?Today, Rob West and Steve Moore discuss ways you can safeguard your identity footprint.

Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I used to drive for Uber, but my vehicle does not meet the standards for the company anymore. What should I do?

- My husband and I recently sold our house and paid off all our debt. We are now renting and have little savings. We received 30K in proceeds. What should we do with this money?

- What is the best way to leave rental properties to our kids when we pass?

- I am inheriting 100K, and have no debt. What is the best use of this money?

Be sure to check out our entire website at MoneyWise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books and our many free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook (MoneyWise Media) and join the conversation. 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

Were you one of the millions impacted by a data breach this past year? In 2018 alone, 16 major retailers doing business online reported data breaches or hacks. With your personal financial information at risk, do you need identity theft protection? Is it worth paying a company for protection?Or is it something you can do yourself?Today, Rob West and Steve Moore discuss ways you can safeguard your identity footprint.

Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I used to drive for Uber, but my vehicle does not meet the standards for the company anymore. What should I do?

- My husband and I recently sold our house and paid off all our debt. We are now renting and have little savings. We received 30K in proceeds. What should we do with this money?

- What is the best way to leave rental properties to our kids when we pass?

- I am inheriting 100K, and have no debt. What is the best use of this money?

Be sure to check out our entire website at MoneyWise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books and our many free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook (MoneyWise Media) and join the conversation. 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.

Odds are you and your family will play a board game or two during the Christmas holidays, but have you ever noticed how much better it is once you understand and play by the rules?Well, the same is true in life, and having a good set of rules to live by in the area of finance makes everything work a little bit better.Today, Rob West and Steve Moore share10 Personal Finance Rulesand why they’re inportant.These are not in any particular order.

1.Get and stay out of debt

2.Have an emergency fund

3.Get life insurance if you need it

4.Shop for cheaper insurance policies regularly

5.Have a budget

6.Save money wherever you can

7.Invest long term for the future

8.Maintain a good credit score

9.Get professional financial help if you need it

10.Teach your kids to manage money wisely

Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-Are there risks/things to think about when buying a home from an estate auction?

-My daughter was accepted to college, but will only receive $5500/year for tuition. We do not want to cosign a loan for her. Would it be smart for her to send out letters seeking individuals to give her an interest free loan?

- What are your feelings on credit cards?

-What is the best way to transition financially into retirement?

Be sure to check out our entire website at MoneyWise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books and our many free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook (MoneyWise Media) and join the conversation. 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

Odds are you and your family will play a board game or two during the Christmas holidays, but have you ever noticed how much better it is once you understand and play by the rules?Well, the same is true in life, and having a good set of rules to live by in the area of finance makes everything work a little bit better.Today, Rob West and Steve Moore share10 Personal Finance Rulesand why theyre inportant.These are not in any particular order.

1.Get and stay out of debt

2.Have an emergency fund

3.Get life insurance if you need it

4.Shop for cheaper insurance policies regularly

5.Have a budget

6.Save money wherever you can

7.Invest long term for the future

8.Maintain a good credit score

9.Get professional financial help if you need it

10.Teach your kids to manage money wisely

Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-Are there risks/things to think about when buying a home from an estate auction?

-My daughter was accepted to college, but will only receive $5500/year for tuition. We do not want to cosign a loan for her. Would it be smart for her to send out letters seeking individuals to give her an interest free loan?

- What are your feelings on credit cards?

-What is the best way to transition financially into retirement?

Be sure to check out our entire website at MoneyWise.org to connect with a MoneyWise Coach or access our books and our many free helpful resources.You can also find us on Facebook (MoneyWise Media) and join the conversation. 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 Money Wise, Steve Moore and Rob West are joined by author and teacher, Howard Dayton, to discuss God’s perspective on wealth. They talk about how God’s money can be a great blessing to you and others. They also discuss Howard’s new resource, Charting Your Legacy. Howard talks about how to answer the question, Am I rich? Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-My husband and I have been married for about 2 years. He had to go through bankruptcy recently and now I am considering it. Advice?

-How do I find a financial advisor?

-Should I check my credit report with all three credit bureaus all at the same time, or should I space them out throughout the year?

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 and get notifications about what we’re up to. 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

Today on Money Wise, Steve Moore and Rob West are joined by author and teacher, Howard Dayton, to discuss Gods perspective on wealth. They talk about how Gods money can be a great blessing to you and others. They also discuss Howards new resource, Charting Your Legacy. Howard talks about how to answer the question, Am I rich? Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-My husband and I have been married for about 2 years. He had to go through bankruptcy recently and now I am considering it. Advice?

-How do I find a financial advisor?

-Should I check my credit report with all three credit bureaus all at the same time, or should I space them out throughout the year?

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 and get notifications about what were up to. 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.