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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Year-End Giving: The Good, the Generous and the Scammers
Pray about giving and make sure your motives are pure. In other words, don't give in hope of getting something in return, even recognition.
Avoiding the Christmas Spending Trap
The commercialization of Christmas feels like a big financial trap! My husband and I want to show love to our kids and family but the pressure to spend and borrow just to put a bunch of packages under the tree seems ridiculous.
Ask Chuck: Lessons From an NFL Quarterback's Car
I've been inspired by Washington Redskins quarterback, Kirk Cousins' frugality. Don't you think more professional athletes and musicians should set his kind of example?
Ask Chuck: Preparing for Retirement...In Retirement
Behind on retirement?
Ask Chuck: Should I Use a Credit Card for Black Friday Sales?
I want to take advantage of all the good sales happening for Black Friday but I can't afford to pay for it all in cash right now. Is it ok to put it on the credit card and pay it off when I get my Christmas bonus? It seems like a waste to not get a good deal!
Ask Chuck: How to Escape the Madness of the Holidays?
There seems to be an unending amount of "crazy" in the world. How can I keep my money, time and heart peaceful during the holidays?
Should I Have an Education Savings Account?
When is the best time to start saving, and can you explain education savings accounts?
Ask Chuck: Christmas Shopping on a Budget
Beyond just having a budget, what advice can you give on how to prepare for holiday spending?
Ask Chuck: Should I Refinance My Home?
We have been our first home for three years and want to refinance to lower our mortgage payments. Should we go with an ARM, 15 year or 30 year fixed?