Chuck Bentley
Chuck Bentley is CEO of Crown Financial Ministries, a global Christian ministry, founded by the late Larry Burkett. He is the host of a daily radio broadcast, My MoneyLife, featured on more than 1,000 Christian Music and Talk stations in the U.S., and author of his most recent book, Seven Gray Swans: Trends that Threaten Our Financial Future. Be sure to follow Crown on Facebook.
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Ask Chuck: Procrastination is hurting our finances!
Procrastination costs us in numerous ways. It is stressful and leads to a self-inflicted crisis. Let’s examine just how much it costs to put off the discipline of careful planning.
Ask Chuck: Should I trust cryptocurrencies now?
Since the FTX debacle, do you think the crypto market has been ruined?
Ask Chuck: Are you shrewd with money?
The Parable of the Dishonest Manager looks like Jesus commends lying. Am I right about this? Curious what you think.
Ask Chuck: A financial tool you must have!
My wife and I are finally living on a budget! What are some key steps in our financial plans that we should aspire to achieve now?
Ask Chuck: Are you exhausted by inflation?
I am exhausted trying to make it to the end of the month while remaining within my budget. I feel like inflation is robbing me of more than my money. I am losing my joy every day that this continues.
Ask Chuck: How to get credit card debt under control
I hate carrying a balance on our credit cards, but I can’t seem to get them under control. I need some help!
Ask Chuck: How can I save money on energy bills?
It is already cold where I live. My heating bills are getting painful. Any tips to save money this winter?
Ask Chuck: Should I wait to buy a used car?
When do you think used-car prices will drop? My car is racking up a lot of miles, and I am trying to hold off on buying a replacement.
Ask Chuck: Are student loans a rip-off?
When students were paying 10% on student loans, we couldn’t get 1% interest on the money we put in savings. It seems like students and families who continue to take these loans are getting ripped off. Would you please address usury?
Ask Chuck: Facebook marketplace or Craigslist cars?
Should I buy a car listed on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist? There seems to be a lot of great deals from private sellers. And I would love to pay cash rather than have a car payment. But the process seems so daunting. Many of the posts look like scams, and most sellers say "cash only," but I don't want to carry that much cash. Is it worth the trouble?