Steve Moore and Rob West offer Biblical advice for getting your finances in order this spring. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

- Should you pay off debt before going into full-time vocational ministry?

- Is it wise to close out a credit card account when it reaches a zero balance?

- Does it make sense to use a home equity loan on a primary residence to pay off a rental property?

- When you should buy long-term care insurance and how much should you buy?

Mentioned on today's program: The Navigating Your Finances God's Way and Set Your House in Order studies.

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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Steve Moore speaks with Rob West, president of Kingdom Advisors, about how to make and live on a budget as a married couple. Then they take listener questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:- What is the best way to pay taxes when you are self employed? - I work for a large company that provides us a very generous 401K program and I am fully invested in the program. We have recently received notification that they are changing the company that oversees the program. I am thinking about taking all of my investments and placing it into cash until the blackout is over. Is this wise? 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 generous financial support which allow us to keep MoneyWise on the air!

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

Steve Moore and Rob West discuss the difference between looking to the future in fear or faith. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I want to roll my IRA into an Exchange Trade Fund. What’s the best way to minimize my tax liability?

-I’ve heard you talk about the more than 2,000 scriptures that mention finances. How can I learn more about those?

-Is it OK for a pastor to become wealthy?

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.

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Steve Moore and Rob West look at some Biblical principles of borrowing and lending. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

- I am 53 years old. I have 1.2 million in a Roth, regular IRA and an annuity. I have been a housewife for 27 years. Should I keep putting money in my accounts or am I ok to keep the dividends where they are until I retire?

- I’ve received $7k on my tax refund. What is the best use of this money?

- My wife and I recently got married and are looking to purchase a home. We are going to sell her old home and use that money as a 20% down payment on the new home. We are also considering a HELOC on my townhome to make up part of the 20% if need be. Advice?

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

Steve Moore and Rob West discuss some of the common financial pitfalls singles fall into. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

- I’ll be retiring soon. Since my income will be lower, should I decrease my giving?

- I recently sold off a part of my business and after paying expenses, I have $20,000 left. Should I invest it? Or pay off debt?

Mentioned on today’s program: Business God’s Way.

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

- Steve Moore and Rob West explore an online test to help you determine whether you're cut out for entrepreneurship. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-How can you help an elderly family member who tends to fall for online scams?

-Why do some banks and credit unions sell life insurance, and is it a good idea to buy it?

-How much can savings grow in a Roth IRA from age 19 to 69?

-How can one use inherited property to help get out a tight financial situation?

Mentioned on today's program: Howard Dayton's book Free and Clear and Compass small group studies.

Also mentioned: The Entrepreneur.com Personality Quiz

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

Steve Moore and Rob West explain how you can make yourself the only applicant for your next job. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and MoneyWise@ Compass1.org about the following:

-What's the wisest way to save for a young child's education and other future needs?

-What is the best way to help an aging parent transition into their later retirement years?

-How should a young couple use their discretionary income?

Mentioned on today's program: The Financial Stewardship Bible and Howard Dayton's book Money and Marriage 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

Steve Moore and Rob West speak with author, Laura Peterbridge, about money management for stepfamilies.

Learn more about Laura and access her resources at: thesmartstepmom.com

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

Steve Moore and Rob West go over options and strategies to avoid bankruptcy. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-My husband and I want to retire next year. How should we factor in his pension of $20,000 per year?

-Sometimes when I donate money to an organization, the value of the gift they send me is deducted from my donation receipt. How do I ensure that my full donation amount is credited for tax purposes?

-I sold my home and I don’t plan on buying another. How should I invest the proceeds from the sale?

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

Steve Moore and Rob West speak with Howard Dayton about how to live a financial wartime lifestyle. Next, they answer your questions at (800) 525-7000 and [email protected] about the following:

-I’ve been giving a 20% tithe to my church. We would love to adopt a child. Would God mind if I cut back on that tithe in order to help fund the adoption?

-My husband has a 401K with 246K in it. We are wondering if there was a way in which that money could be used (without penalty) before he reaches retirement age?

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