Chuck Bentley
Chuck Bentley
Dear Chuck, I am a single parent trying to manage life on a limited budget. I am extremely fearful about being unable to provide for my two children with the high cost of everything. I have a decent job, but I need to figure out how to afford childcare! It is getting crazy. Stressed Single […]
Dear Chuck, I hear you say spend less than you earn. I’ve tried, but I can’t. I really want financial freedom, but how do I get it when I don’t make enough money? Seeking Financial Freedom Dear Seeking Financial Freedom, I am sorry for the pain you are experiencing. The reason I emphasize the […]
Dear Chuck, My wife and I are not consistently managing our money well. We are united to eliminate debt so that we can give, save, and invest more. I am looking for tips for the two of us. Getting on Track Together Dear Getting On Track Together, Your goals are great and in the […]
Dear Chuck, I’m concerned about our economy tanking. Larry Burkett wrote a lot about our national debt and out-of-control federal spending that would likely lead to hyperinflation. Where do you think our economy is headed? Trying to Understand the Times Dear Trying to Understand the Times, Only God knows the answer to your question, […]
Dear Chuck, We tried to live on a budget when we first got married but didn’t stick with it. Now that we have children and are feeling the pain of rising gasoline and groceries, etc, etc., we need to get disciplined with money! Can you help us? Budgeting for Inflation Dear Budgeting for Inflation, […]
Dear Chuck, I began participating in my company’s 401K when starting my first job out of college last year. I know I should be giving and setting aside funds for emergencies, too. But where should I start? Novice with Money Dear Novice with Money, It’s refreshing to hear from someone your age who’s already […]
Dear Chuck, My spouse believes we need to protect our home with a title lock. I disagree but agreed to check around. We have title insurance, so do we really need a title lock? Title Lock or Title Insurance? Dear Title Lock or Title Insurance, This is a complicated but important question that impacts […]
Dear Chuck, I am stunned at the rising cost of our medical bills. It’s the first time in our lives that we haven’t been able to cover them within a month. We are now on a payment plan and are praying we don’t need to see a doctor again for some time! If you have […]
Dear Chuck, I am a single mom with 3 children trying my best to manage my limited resources. It is becoming more and more challenging due to inflation, and at times, I get very overwhelmed. I want to be independent but have not been able to break free of government support programs. What should I […]
Dear Chuck, I bought a car a few years ago from a dealership. It came with a limited one-year warranty. How do I know if any of these extended-warranty offers are legitimate? Warranty Worries Dear Warranty Worries, They say there are now three guarantees in life: death, taxes, and receiving a “final notice […]
