Just about every married couple argues about money occasionally, but just because it's normal doesn't mean it's good. In fact, if left unchecked, it can slowly erode your relationship with your spouse and with God.

On today's program, Rob West and Steve Moore share wise advice on communicating about finances and making money a unifying issue in your marriage, rather than a wedge in your relationship. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-How can you help a high school student prepare financially for college?

- How do you financially think through a possible job relocation?

Mentioned on today's program: Howard Dayton's book Your Money Counts and Compass audio books

Also mentioned: CollegeData.com and NCES College Navigator as well as Christian Healthcare Ministries

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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It's very important to prepare for the rest of our lives in this world. However, we won't always live here, so it's critically important to prepare for the next place as well.

On today's program, Rob West and Steve Moore share what God's Word has to say about preparing for our next life when it comes to how we handle our money. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

- Is it a good idea to use business credit cards for tithing?

- How can you rebuild credit after a bankruptcy?

-Does it make sense to install solar panels to lower your electricity costs?

Mentioned on today's program: The Navigating Your Finances God's Way study and the Compass Money Map

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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

On today's program, Rob West and Steve Moore take a look at the role of a local pastor. They discuss the best ways to show your appeciation to the hard work they put in for their churches and communities. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at(800) 525-7000and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

- I have been in business as a carpenter for over 11 years. I did not attend college, and I have been learning the business as I go along. We are trying to save for retirement, but it seems impossible. Advice?

- Question regarding taking loans out on life insurance policy.

Mentioned on today’s programs: Howard Dayton’s book,Business God’s Way.

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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

God’s ways are always best. For families, He has a plan and an order that is well designed. One man and one woman leave their parents and cleave to each other. Alex McFarland joins Steve Moore and Rob West to discuss the need to keep God at the center of the family. He shares some suggestions for keeping a biblical worldview at the forefrontincluding in the realm of finances. Next, they discuss the following:

- Many Millennials are cohabitating and not marrying. When children are born in these situations, incomes are lower and financial problems increase.

- A biblical worldview requires us to see that God owns it all, making us stewards of His resources. We need to live lives holding it all with an open hand willing to give generously.

- The life we’re going to live tomorrow is very much contingent on the decisions we make today.

Be sure to click the link above to check out our website (Compass1.org) to connect with a Compass Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources. You can also find us on Facebook (Compass - finances God's way) and get notifications about our weekly Facebook Live events. 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

On today's program, Rob West and Steve Moore discuss the consequences of ignoring simple financial problems. They talk about how small problems can often lead to more and larger problems and how to avoid the issues in the first place. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at(800) 525-7000and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-I just refinanced to the HARP program. My mortgage payments are still too high for me, because they over evaluated the worth of my home. I want to get out of debt. Should I walk away?

-My wife and I have a loan for my son. I have been paying on it for years because it is in my name. Are there any programs or anything to assist with this?

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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

On today's program, Steve Moore and Rob West advise listeners on what to think about and what to do before agreeing to loan money to anyone. Rob speaks about a personal circumstance where he loaned money to a friend. Next, Steve and Rob take your questions on any financial topic at at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-I am a newlywed. I am looking to get a hold of my debt. I am 35 years old. I want to start tithing and be clear of debt. We would like to buy a home and don’t know where to start. We are bumping heads over tithing. Advice?

- What is the best use of inheritance money?

Mentioned on today's program: Howard Dayton's bookMoney and Marriage

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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

The weather is turning, the leaves are falling and before you know it, Christmas will be upon us! But for some, the holiday shopping season is NOT the most wonderful time of the year. However, there are steps you can take to give yourself and your bank account a break!

On today's program, Rob West and Steve Moore share a plan to help you stay in the black this year with your Christmas spending. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-Is it good idea to cash in savings bonds for a vehicle purchase?

- What is a wise way to begin investing?

- How can you get started with a budget and an investing plan?

Mentioned on today's program: Howard Dayton's book Your Money Counts

Also mentioned: SoundMindInvesting.org and HopeNow.com

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!"

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

Whenever we discuss money and finances it all starts with God's Word. Whether it's balancing your checkbook, investing, saving or giving, as believers we have to have an eternal perspective on everything we do with money.

On today's program Rob West and Steve Moore are joined by Randy Alcorn. Randy is a former pastor and author of more than 50 books, including the Treasure Principle. He is also the founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries and a longtime friend of Compass and the MoneyWise program. Together, they'll offer advice to help you understand the concept of the tithe in today's day and age, a Biblical perspective of the "prosperity gospel" and more. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-If you're the beneficiary of a trust, should you tithe on it now or wait until you earn income on that trust?

Mentioned on today's program: Howard Dayton's book Money and Marriage God's Way

Learn more about Randy Alcorn at Eternal Perspective Ministries' website EPM.org.

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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

On today's program, Rob West and Steve Moore answer a listener email about a common financial disagreement in marriage. They discuss the best plan of action on how to come to an agreement on the best way to spend money as a couple. Next they answer your questions on any financial topic at at(800) 525-7000and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-I paid some bills for both of my children 10K each. They were supposed to pay me back and they haven't. Since then, my husband was in an accident and is on disability. How do we approach them to pay us back?

-My house was robbed several years ago and I lost my savings bonds for my kids. Is there any way to get those back?

Be sure to check out our website,Compass1.org, for a number of helpful resources (we’re on Facebook, too: Compass - finances God’s way). And thanks for your prayers and generousfinancialsupportwhich allow us to keep MoneyWise on-the-air!

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

We should keep tabs on our money and have a plan. But worry is something different. It’s the opposite of faith. Steve Moore and Rob West discuss biblical examples of people living in faith, not fear. They share some suggestions for overcoming fear of the future. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

- I need to buy a truck. I’ll be using it mostly for work, but will use it occasionally for personal use. How do I deduct the work portion from my taxes?

- I loan money to my grandchildren to help them go to college. My daughter has asked me to start charging interest so they can begin building a credit score. I disagree. Can you help?

-Should I set up an automatic payment for my mortgage payment every month?

Be sure to click the link above to check out our website (Compass1.org) to connect with a Compass Coach or access our books, videos, or any of our free helpful resources. You can also find us on Facebook (Compass - finances God's way) and get notifications about our weekly Facebook Live events. 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