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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 breaks down the other side of the story so that you can make better

Bob Brooks


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    Is Social Security About To Be Tax-Free?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 26:00


    Bob has IRS expert Dan Pilla on the program to clear up the confusion about the Big Beautiful Bill

    Are 401ks Turning Into Emergency Funds?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 24:00


    Bob talks about 401k trends that can be costly mistakes.

    10 Costly Medicare Mistakes You Can't Afford To Make

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 26:00


    Bob interviews Medicare Expert Danielle Roberts about what Medicare plan you should be applying for

    What Do You Do When Your Car Overheats?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 25:47


    It is hot! Tony Joe shares insider tips about what to do when your car overheats. His solution may surprise you.

    How To Make Your Child A Millionaire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 24:14


    Bob discusses a strategy to make your child a millionaire.   Is it realistic? Or Is it just another pop culture finance hoax?

    How To Successfully Finance A House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 25:54


    Bob talks to Mark Pfieffer about the keys to successfully financing your dream house

    How To Trade Options

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 25:54


    If you are the least bit interested in learning about options, Dr. James Royal has a book for you -- Options Trading 101

    "Why Nothing Works"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 26:00


    Bob interviews Author Marc Dunkelman about why nothing works in Washington and what can be done about it

    Car Problem After Problem? Learn What to Do When You Have Them!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 26:01


    Has your car failed to start? Is the AC out? If you're having car problems, big or small, Tony Joe is your guy! Join Bob and Tony Joe as they discuss familiar issues you might face as a car owner and how to handle them.

    Dealing with Financial Stress - Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 24:25


    Bob continues his discussion on financial stress and how you can beat it!

    Are You Financially Stressed?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 24:27


    Bob talks about the ways to remove the stress from your financial life. 

    Are the Myths About American Capitalism True?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 25:26


    Today, my interview with Senator Phil Gramm on his book The Triumph of Economic Freedom - Debunking the Seven Great Myths of American Capitalism. 

    How Big Of A Change Did Trump Make To Student Loans?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 25:58


    If you have any student loan debt you will want to hear this. John Hupalo is here with Bob to talk about the student loan debt changes that were finalized through Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

    Is Social Security In Good Shape?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 26:31


    Dallas Morning News Personal Finance columnist Scott Burns weighs in on the current Social Security climate.

    How To Free Up Cash Flow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 25:48


    Bob talks to Cash Flow Expert Chris Miles about some cash flow tips.

    What Is More Important? Age of Car or the Mileage?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 26:04


    When it comes to maintenance schedules, Tony Joe answers the question, "Is it the miles or the age of a car that is most important?"

    The Ins and Outs of Home Equity Loans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 24:34


    How can you remodel your home or get out of high interest rate debt - Mark Pfeiffer joins me to discuss the ins and outs of home equity loans. 

    How Are Banks Connecting With Consumers Who Are Struggling Financially?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 25:44


    The consumer is struggling. JD Power released its latest study and finds that Banks are the likely place for consumers to get help.  Jennifer White - senior director for banking and payments intelligence with JD Power is Bob's special guest today.   

    De-Escalation or World War III

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 25:55


    Will this event become a significant turning point in history, or will it merely be another series of fighting, followed by a peace treaty? We probably have a long way to go to find out. 

    What Can Investor Confidence Tell You About the Market?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 24:31


    Bob talks about the importance of consumer confidence. Bob's answer might surprise you. 

    What To Do When a Wife and Husband Believe Differently About Tithing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 25:48


    Chuck Bentley CEO of Crown.org stops by to have a conversation about tithing.

    Behind on Bills? What Can Really Happen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 25:55


    Bob and Wayne Sanford discuss what to do when you feel like you're drowning in debt.

    How Safe is Your Money?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 24:36


    Bob talks about what safe really means. He discusses his take on the big banks. It comes down to one important aspect of safety. It also comes down to the Government playing their part. 

    What To Do About High Gas Prices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 25:45


    Due to the conflict in the Middle East, Bob and Tony Joe talk about some gas saving tips.

    Almost 1/2 a Year Has Gone By. What Does the Other 1/2 Look Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 24:05


    Bob discusses an uncertain future and what could happen.

    The Big Beautiful Bill Explained

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 26:37


    Bob and IRS Expert Dan Pilla discusses the tax bill being talked about in Congress. No one can answer the most important question - who is going to pay for it?  

    Back To the Basics of Mortgages

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 25:32


    Bob and mortgage consultant Mark Pfeiffer talk about the real estate markets as well as the basics of how it all works.

    Which is the Better Deal - A New Car or a Pre-Owned Car?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 24:34


    Bob talks to Karl Brauer of www.iseecars.com about how to get the best deal on a car with or without the tarriffs. 

    Millions of Borrowers are Feeling the Effect of the Dark Side of Student Loans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 25:31


    Bob and guest speaker John Hupalo discuss the damage being done to credit scores as student loan borrowers get hit with an unexpected reality

    How to Invest If You Are in Your 20s and 30s

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 24:42


    Bob interviews Dr. Joe Duarte about his book The Everything Guide to Investing in your 20s and 30s.  

    Isn't Estate Planning for the Very Wealthy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 25:53


    Bob talks about the great secret of Estate Planning. On some level, Estate Planning applies to everyone. 

    Why Aren't Trade Agreements Working?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 25:40


    Bob explains what could cause these trade deals to drag out for a long time. This causes a whole other set of problems for the market.   

    Is it a Good Idea to Get Rid of the Penny?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 23:48


    President Trump thinks so and the amount of savings is incredible.

    Luxury Brand or Quality -- Which is Better?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 26:02


    Today Crown.org CEO Chuck Bentley comes on the show to talk about commonly asked questions and applies stewardship principles to the answers.  

    Control What You Can When It Comes To Inflation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 25:49


    Bob talks about how to prepare for inflation in the event it happens again.

    What Does the Future Look Like For Investments?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 24:02


    Bob talks about what we should be watching as we enter into this unprecedented investment world

    Is a Lower Credit Rating by Moody's a Bad Thing for the US?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 25:28


    Moody's credit rating agency downgraded US debt. Bob explains what it all means.

    What Gas Stations Can Teach Us About Saving Money

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 26:36


    Being a good steward over what God has given us is key. Bob uses the examples of gas stations and credit card companies to show us how not to waste money.

    Mississippi To Get Rid Of Personal Tax Rates - Many States To Follow

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 27:01


    IRS expert Dan Pilla explains the significant steps that states are following to reduce taxes.

    What Gas Stations Can Teach Us About Saving Money

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 26:16


    Being a good steward over what God has given us is key. Bob uses the examples of gas stations and credit card companies to show us how not to waste money.  

    Is The Student Loan Market Imploding?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 28:03


    Defaults by the millions, and a Department of Education that is being dismantled. College administration expert John Hupalo tells what is really going on.

    The Truth Behind Annuities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 26:22


    Bob discusses how annuities really work and why they fail to work.

    How Do You Lower Property Taxes?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 25:44


    Today, realtor Caralee Gurney gives us some tips on keeping those taxes low.

    Student Loan Debt Could Not Look Any Worse Right Now

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 27:54


    Bob updates listeners on where we are at in the world of student loans.

    With Economic Uncertainty In Our Future, What Steps Can You Take Today?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 26:58


    We have uncertain times in our future for sure. Bob talks about some steps you can take to handle an uncertain future.  

    Recession - Half Way There

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 25:23


    The latest economic data tells a story of negative growth and higher prices. Bob breaks that down as to what that means.

    What Can We Learn About Making And Losing Money Today?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 26:57


    The markets with their twists and turns can be confusing. Join Bob as he uses today's market to show you how markets are working and what they are saving.  

    Do Consumers Spend More Money When Inflation Expectations Are High?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 27:14


    Bob talks about the conflicting signals that forecast an uncertain future. 

    Are We Heading For A Recession?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 26:02


    Bob talks about what we should be looking out for when it comes to the threat of a recession.

    Are Reverse Mortgages A Good Deal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 1:43


    Bob talks with mortgage consultant Mark Pfeiffer about the pros and cons of reverse mortgages. Most importantly, he discusses the red flags associated with people who don't have your best interest at heart.  

    Are We Heading For A Recession?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 24:24


    Bob talks about what we should be looking out for when it comes to the threat of a recession.

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