Be Careful Taking Financial Advice Online
From TikTok to major online publications, there's no shortage of voices telling you how to handle your money. Bob talks about what to watch...
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Bob Brooks Prudent Money
Prudent Money™ focuses on various topics and essential aspects that have to do with financial stewardship. You won’t find any Pop Culture Finance on this show. In a contrarian style, Bob bre...
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20 of 196 episodesWhat to Know Before You Get a Mortgage
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you'll make, and understanding the process can save you money. Mortgage consultant M...
Spend or Save? Is the Radish the Answer?
Ted Benna, known as the father of the 401(k), has introduced a new savings plan he believes employers should consider. Bob explains how the...
Do You Want This or That? Comparing Financial Products
Bob compares different financial products and explains what to consider when deciding which option may fit your financial goals.
Why Interest Rates Affect Everything
Bob answers listener questions and explains how rising interest rates affect the economy, from mortgages and auto loans to consumer spending...
What Higher Interest Rates Mean for You
Higher interest rates can affect everything from credit cards and auto loans to mortgages and savings. Bob breaks down what the latest Fed r...
Who Really Benefits From Eliminating the Penny?
What happens when the penny disappears? Bob takes a look at the Common Sense Act, the push to eliminate the penny, and what it could mean fo...
7 Retirement Hacks That Give You the Retirement Edge
Some you may already know, and some you’ve never heard before. These 7 hacks can help you build a stronger retirement nest egg.
Are You Taking Full Advantage of Your Employer's 401(k) Benefits?
Most 401(k) plans offer an employer match, but some provide even more valuable retirement benefits. Bob explains how to determine whether yo...
Your Car Survived the Summer, But Did the Heat Cause Damage?
Before cooler weather arrives, now is the time to find out what the summer heat may have weakened. Tony Joe joins Bob to explain what you sh...
How to Make Prudent Financial Decisions With Stewardship as the Goal
It’s easy to let societal pressures influence important financial decisions. Bob discusses a better approach and how keeping stewardship as...
IRS Audit Revenue Is Down 35%. What Does That Really Mean?
IRS expert Dan Pilla joins Bob to discuss the latest developments at the IRS and what you need to know if you are selected for an audit.
What Your Advisor Says and What You Hear Might Be Two Different Things
Effective advisor communication is very important. In many cases, what an advisor says and what the client hears are two different things. B...
The Top Red Flags When Buying A Used Car
Tony Joe and Bob talk about what you should be careful of when buying a used car.
Are You Making the One Big Mistake When It Comes to Diversification?
The right diversification strategy is key to a successful investment plan, but there is one major mistake investors often make. Bob explains...
Are Larger Colleges in Trouble Because of Declining Enrollment?
Bob and college admissions expert John Hupalo discuss the impact of declining enrollment. Is it just a temporary dip, or the beginning of a...
The 4 S's of Financial Survival and Layoffs
Bob talks about the 4 most important steps you need to take while looking for a new job.
What’s Really Going On With Social Security, and Will Politicians Fix It?
Bob explains why Social Security was created, how the program accumulated so much money, and why it is now facing serious financial challeng...
Did Your Car’s AC Survive the Summer or Warn You About Next Year?
Your car’s air conditioner made it through another brutal summer, but does that mean it’s in the clear? Bob and Tony Joe discuss the warning...
Older Credit Cards or New Benefit-Rich Cards: Which Is Better?
Getting out of credit card debt means paying more and finding ways to lower your interest costs. Bob discusses whether an older credit card...