MoneyWise Live on Oneplace.com
646 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -MoneyWise is a daily radio ministry of MoneyWise Media. Hosted by Rob West, the program offers a practical, biblical and good-natured approach to managing your time, talents and resources.
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Ways To Boost Your Income
June 30, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 You've gone over your budget 'til your eyes glaze over, cut every unnecessary expense. If you can't reduce your outgo, you've got to increase your income. MoneyWise Live has ten ways you can do that. Financial planner and teacher Rob West has the list on today's episode. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your pr...
Who’s the Boss?
June 29, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Every successful business, battleship and badminton team has one person whos role it is to be the boss. Someone in charge, in control, who says, The buck stops here. And speaking of bucks, whos the boss of yours? On this MoneyWise Live, making the decision to take control of your money and not the other way around and some ways to do it. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified...
Pay Off Student Loan Debt Faster
June 26, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Many experts will tell you the next financial bubble to burst will be student loan debt. With $1.6trilliondollars in outstanding loans and more than a 10% default rate its an easy prediction to make. But you dont have to participate. You can take steps to minimize borrowing for education and accelerate payments on yourexistingdebt. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingd...
Low or No Social Security COLA
June 25, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 At first glance, falling oil prices and the COVID-19 crisis may not seem related to Social Security benefits but a closer look shows they could have a serious impact on next years cost of living adjustment. Every year in October, the Social Security Administration sets next years benefit levels based on the Consumer Price Index. What will that mean in 20-21? Kingdom Advisors President Rob West breaks it down...
Sharpen Your Networking Emails
June 24, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 By some estimates, 75-80% of jobs are filled without ever being advertised. If youre in the hunt for a new one how do you find those opportunities? Simply by networking. One frequently overlooked tool in the quest to make new contacts is simply sending an email. Kingdom Advisors President Rob West has ways to make those digital messages more effective. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach...
Giving: It’s Not About the Money
June 23, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me Jesus words in Matthew 25 reveal the eternal reward for generosity. Surveys show that by and large, Christians are generous people and usually this involves money. Today, financial planner and teacher Rob West reveals whats really behind our decision to give unto others. Click hereto visit our w...
5 Tips to Lower Your New Mortgage Payment
June 22, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Realtors will tell you the best time to buy a home is in the late summer months there are still plenty of houses for sale but fewer competitors. If youre in the market the question is will you be ready? A home is the biggest purchase youll ever make so unless you just received a large inheritance youll need a mortgage. Host Rob West Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified King...
401k vs. Roth 401k
June 19, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Could retirement plans get any more complicated? Youve got your typical 401(k) or a 403b if you work in the nonprofit sector. Then youve got your IRAs, traditional or Roth. But few realize theres another alternative - the Roth 401(k). Should you put your money in a conventional 401(k) or a Roth 401(k) if your employer offers it? Financial planner and teacher Rob West breaks it down for us. Click hereto visi...
7 Money Saving Tricks
June 18, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 No matter how hard you try, theres always just a little bit more month left over at the end of your money. So how about some money saving tricks that actually work? You know - more than reusing coffee filters or cutting dryer sheets in half? On this MoneyWise Live, financial planner and teacher Rob West has ways to save that are like money in the bank. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach...
The Crisis Budget with Howard Dayton
June 17, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Psychologists will tell you that people often fall victim to faulty thinking that goes something like this It hasnt happened so it wont. Put another way It cant happen to me. The reality is just because an event hasnt occurred yet in no way means it cant. The coronavirus pandemic is a case in point. Host Rob West talks with Howard Dayton about preparing for the next crisis. Click hereto visit our website to...
401k Matching: A Contrarian View
June 16, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Everybody knows the first investing decision you should make is to max out any employer contributions to your 401(k) because its free money. But what if that money isnt so free? Theyre seldom talked about but 401(k) matching contributions do come with strings attached that you should know about. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is...
Investing in Gold with Mark Biller
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The stock markets been like a merry-go-round lately. One day bobbing up; the next day, down. And investors feel like theyre just going around in circles. Does that mean its time to consider buying gold? Investors are like most people only more so. They dont like uncertainty and in turbulent times, they look for stability. Does gold provide that security? Rob West sits down with investing expert Mark Biller t...
Medical Cost Sharing Grows with You with Lauren Gajdek
June 12, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Gone are the days when workers stayed with one company for 40 years and retired with a gold watch and a pension. We live in a job-hopping economy and that poses new challenges for managing health care costs. These days, just about everyone could benefit from a health plan that stays with them through lifes changes. Rob West talks about that with Christian Healthcare Ministries Lauren Gajdek. Click hereto vis...
Tips To Lower Your Electric Bill
June 11, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Summers a great time to get out of the house but it also means higher electric bills. Financial planner and teacher Rob West has ways to keep cool without breaking the bank. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your prayers and financial support. To give,click here now.
1st Quarter GDP Numbers with Jerry Bowyer
June 10, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 As coronavirus restrictions ease and businesses slowly reopen were left with questions just how bad is the economy and how deep the recession? Maybe the first quarter numbers can give us a clue. Rarely doalleconomists agree on anything but this is one of those times. The shutdown has severely damaged the U.S. economy. But how much? Host Rob West explores that with economist Jerry Bowyer. Click hereto visit o...
A Debit Card Scam Wrapped In a Hoax
June 08, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Napoleon was short; Einstein failed math and Lincoln wrote the Gettysburg Address on the back of an envelope. Youll find all of those claims on the Internet. But that doesnt mean theyre true. The Internet abounds in myths and false information so be careful what you believe. Financial planner and teacher Rob West shares an Internet claim about a debit card scam with a surprise twist. Click hereto visit our w...
HSAs: Good, Great and Not So Much
June 05, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Health Savings Accounts can be a great way to save on medical expenses and reduce your tax liability. Money goes in tax deferred and its there when the doctor bill arrives. But is the HSA a good deal for everyone? To even qualify for an HSA you must have a high deductible health plan. And even then it may not be the best move. Financial planner and teacher Rob West tells us wholl get the most out of a Health...
Reverse Mortgage Alternatives
June 04, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Are you a "house rich" and "cash poor" senior citizen? If so, youve no doubt thought about getting a reverse mortgage to help make ends meet each month. But is the cure worse than the ailment? You cant watch daytime TV without seeing a commercial for reverse mortgages and the pitch sounds good, but is it? Financial planner and teacher Rob West has some alternatives to reverse mortgages. Click hereto visit ou...
5 Credit Card Myths
June 02, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 You need a credit card to build credit, right? Or to rent a car? Or buy online? Most people will say youdo because thats the so-called conventional wisdom. But what if the conventional wisdom is wrong? What you dont know about credit cards could get you in financial hot water someday. Financial planner and teacher Rob West tells you how far too many people sign up for credit cards for the wrong reasons. Cli...
Shop Smart for Car Repairs
June 01, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Making the last payment on a car loan is cause for celebration. The only downside is its just about that time when your paid off vehicle starts needing expensive repairs. Are you doing what you can to minimize them? Spending a little time and money now can save you big time literally down the road. Our host Rob West has a checklist of ways to help you keep down auto repair costs. Click hereto visit our websi...
Values Investing with Jason Myhre
May 29, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Biblical values should guide our investing decisions, but that involves more than just avoiding objectionable companies. In this episode of MoneyWise Live, Rob West talks with Jason Myhre of Eventide about actively putting your money where your faith is. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your prayers and financi...
Best Debt Reduction Tools
May 28, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Ask anyone whos done it and theyll tell you that digging their way out of debt was one of the hardest things they ever did. Fortunately, there are some tools out there to make the job just a bit easier. If youre struggling with credit card and loan debt, the first thing you need isnt more money its a plan. Kingdom Advisors President Rob West looks at several online debt reduction tools to help you make that ...
Setting Savings Goals
May 27, 2020 12:00 - 43 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling, but a foolish man devours it. Proverbs 21:20 teaches that Gods people are to save but theres more to it than money in the bank. Having a plan for saving makes it far more likely youll actually put money aside and for the right reasons. Financial planner and teacher Rob West tells us what goes into a successful savings plan. Click hereto visit our websit...
COVID-19 Impact on Church Giving with Brian Kluth
May 26, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The COVID-19 crisis has caused a significant downturn in church giving. That much was expected but now, what can we do about it? With millions of Americans out of work and services canceled for weeks churches are struggling. Rob West talks with Brian Kluth of the National Association of Evangelicals about a battle plan for the coming financial challenges. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial co...
The Price of Freedom
May 25, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Memorial Day should remind us of the price of freedom those who gave their lives that we might enjoy liberty. So far as the economic impact, our freedom has made us not only the wealthiest country on earth, but the wealthiest in history. On this episode of MoneyWise Live, our host Rob West discusses subjects surrounding Memorial Day. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kin...
Are Christians Required To Tithe?
May 22, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 For two-thousand years, Christians have struggled with a simple yes or no question that has sometimes sparked controversy within the Church. Are believers required to tithe? The question may be simple but the answer most certainlyis not.Financial planner and teacher Rob West gives both sides of the argument so you can decide for yourself. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certifie...
Medical Cost Sharing for Entrepreneurs
May 21, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The coronavirus pandemic is changing the way people work and some of those changes may be permanent. That trend is colliding with another a growing number of workers deciding to start their own business. Experts say a surge of new entrepreneurs is likely in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. Rob West talks with Lauren Gajdek of Christian Healthcare Ministries about a way startups can manage medical expenses. C...
No Stimulus Check? Here's Why
May 20, 2020 12:00 - 42 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Any number of jokes contain the lines,The checks in the mail,orIm from the government Im here to help you.But theyre not funny if youve been waiting by the mailbox for your stimulus check. Its been over a month since the federal government began sending out stimulus checks to individuals. If you havent received yours yet Rob West has a list of reasons why it could be delayed. Click hereto visit our websit...
Advice for a Stormy Stock Market
May 19, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Wilbur Wright once said its possible to fly without motors, but not without skill. In the same way, anyone can invest but to do it successfully you need knowledge. So what should you do when investing seems like flying through a storm? Kingdom Advisors President Rob West sits down with investing expert Mark Biller to find out how to navigate through the turbulence. Click hereto visit our website to find a ...
Financial School of Hard Knocks
May 18, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Everyone makes mistakes with finances. What separates us is what we do about them. In this episode of MoneyWise Live our host, Kingdom Advisors President Rob West, shares some common money missteps, and how to correct them. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your prayers and financial support. To give,click here ...
Control Your Cash Flow With Ron Blue
May 15, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 A recentsurveyshows that nearly one third of Americans have no emergency savings. Maybe you're finding that your income is exceeded by youroutgoings.And the solution is simply reversing that trend. But how? Host Rob West sits down with money expert Ron Blue to answer that question. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible...
Time to Refinance? With Dale Vermillion
May 14, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The COVID-19 crisis spurred major policy decisions to prop up the economy in general and the financial industry in particular. One result is that mortgage rates remain low. So is it time to refinance? Rate cuts and pledges to buy billions of dollars worth of mortgage-backed securities by the Federal Reserve are now baked into the system. What does that mean for refinancing? In this episode of MoneyWise Live,...
The Fine Art of Bartering
May 13, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Have you ever thought about bartering for things you need? Financial planner and teacher Rob West has some pointers for doing it right. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your prayers and financial support. To give,click here now.
Coronavirus and Economic Realities with Jerry Bowyer
May 12, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Analysts use three letters to describe what a bear market looks like on a line graph and you dont have to be a Wall Street pro to understand them. Theres the V, the U, and the dreaded L. So which letter describes the current market downturn as the coronavirus outbreak plays out? Or is it too early to tell? In this episode of MoneyWise Live Rob West sits down with economist Jerry Bowyer to find that out and m...
CARES Act Charitable Donations
May 11, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 You wont find many silver linings in the dark cloud that is the coronavirus outbreak, but theres one that could help nonprofit organizations struggling with reduced donations - and get you a break on your 2020 tax return. Buried in the 900 pages of the CARES Act passed by Congress last month lies a nearly hidden provision available to most taxpayers. Financial planner and teacher Rob West shares that with us...
Check Your Credit Score for Free
May 08, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 In this episode of MoneyWise Live, host and Kingdom Advisors President Rob West helps us get serious about a very important number that affects your money - your credit score. He will help you understand how to get check your credit score for free, how to improve your credit score, and why you should take this number seriously. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom A...
One Week Financial Makeover
May 07, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Anyone can experience financial hardship at any time. Its a great reminder that God is our ultimate Provider. Hes promised to meet our needs and Hes always faithful. Still, He expects us to do our part. Preparing for lean times is not only common sense, its backed up by Gods Word. So what can you do to get ready? Financial planner and teacher Rob West has a list of things to get you started. Click hereto vis...
Wise Rules for Borrowing with Ron Blue
May 06, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The Bible doesnt address every aspect of managing our money. However, there are some things that are discussed many times and borrowing is one of them. In this episode of MoneyWise Live, financial planner and teacher Rob West is joined by well known author and speaker Ron Blue to help dissect and apply Gods wisdom to your borrowing and your financial life. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial c...
The Role of a Kingdom Advisor
May 05, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Proverbs 15:22 teaches that we should seek advice when making important decisions, especially those about money. It reads,Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.But knowing where to look for wise counsel is critical. Fortunately, its not hard for Christians who want to follow Gods financial principles. In this episode of MoneyWise Live, Host Rob West talks with financial planner...
Lawsuits and the Christian
May 04, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 In our country, lawsuits have become commonplace. Lawsuits with merit, frivolous ones and just plain weird ones. But theyre no fun if they happen to you. To talk about lawsuits and how they related to the Christian life is financial planner, teacher and the president of Kingdom Advisors Rob West. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise i...
Get Your Free Credit Report
May 01, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 On this edition of MoneyWise, Steve Moore and Rob West discuss the best way to check your credit score and get your report for free. Theywill tell you the reasons why it is important to consistently review your credit report and make sure there are no errors. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your prayers and fi...
Biblical Alternative to Health Insurance with Lauren Gajdek
April 30, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.Galatians 6:2 urges Christians to help our brothers and sisters in time of need. But what does that look like when it comes to healthcare? With health insurance rates constantly rising its good to know that believers have an affordable option. Today, host Rob West talks with Lauren Gajdek of Christian Healthcare Ministries. Click hereto visit our w...
Practical Ways to Teach Your Children
April 29, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 One very important aspect ofraising childrenis teaching them how to manage money because its one area of life theyll use every day for the rest of their lives. Train up a child in the way they should go and when they are old - they wont have to borrow money from you. In this episode of MoneyWise Live, Host Rob West discusses some practical ways to teach your children. Click hereto visit our website to find a...
Myths about Taxes
April 28, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The IRS extended the tax filing deadline to July 15th due to the impact the coronavirus is having on the economy. Thats a welcome relief for many financially hit taxpayers, but there are still a few things you need to know. Sometimes what youthinkyou know about taxes can get you in trouble. But reliable information can clear away the confusion. Host Rob West takes aim at some common misbeliefs about taxes on...
Credit Cards and the Coronavirus with Neile Simon
April 27, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 The Coronavirus outbreak has forced millions of Americans into unemployment, and many are struggling to make ends meet. But what about credit cards? If youre falling behind on your bills, its important to have a plan. On today's episode, host Rob West talks with Neile Simon of Christian Credit Counselors about steps you can take to lessen the impact of reduced income. Click hereto visit our website to find a...
Is Life Insurance Biblical?
April 24, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Christians are sometimes troubled by the idea of life insurance. Does buying it mean that you dont trust God? Most often, theres simply no better way to provide for your family should you die unexpectedly. But still, is it biblical? Well look at some key verses and also apply a bit of logic to this question. After all, Gods given us brains to discern the intent of His financial principles. Click hereto visit...
The Retirement Budget
April 23, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 One of the most frequently asked questions at MoneyWise Live is, What will I need to retire?". But another important question we should be asking might be, What wont you need to retire? Retirement almost always means your budget will have to shrink some. So what can you get along without? Financial planner and teacher Rob West has some ideas to help your retirement money last longer. Click hereto visit our w...
Automated Home Appraisals with Dale Vermillion
April 22, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Whether its determining your credit score or which results you see when using a search engine online, automation is having a big impact on daily life. And it could play a role in buying or selling your next home. Rob West and Steve Moore get the latest on automated appraisalsfrom mortgage expert Dale Vermillion. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your a...
Facts About Refinancing
April 21, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Mortgage rates are near 3-year lows, so is now the perfect time to refinance your home? Even with lower interest rates, refinancing doesnt always make sense. Steve Moore and Rob West discusseverythingyoushouldconsider when it comes to thinkingabout refinancing your home. Click hereto visit our website to find a financial coach or a Certified Kingdom Advisor in your area. MoneyWise is made possible by your pr...
Treat Marriage Like a Business
April 20, 2020 12:00 - 54 minutesTo support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1372/29 Christian author Gary Thomas writes that God designed marriage to provide a partnership, spiritual intimacy and the ability to pursue God together. But cold, hard facts show its even more than that. On a financial plane, marriage has several characteristics more related to a business than a romantic institution. On this edition of MoneyWise Live, Rob West explains how thats the case. Click hereto visit our ...