Chuck Bentley

Chuck Bentley

CP Guest Contributor

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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  • Ask Chuck: Is the American economy doomed?

    Ask Chuck: Is the American economy doomed?

    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?

  • How to budget for the dangers of inflation

    How to budget for the dangers of inflation

    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?

  • Ask Chuck: A simple, effective financial plan

    Ask Chuck: A simple, effective financial plan

    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?

  • Ask Chuck: Do I need title lock insurance?

    Ask Chuck: Do I need title lock insurance?

    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?

  • Ask Chuck: Medical debt has me panicked!

    Ask Chuck: Medical debt has me panicked!

    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 any tips for us, please advise.

  • Ask Chuck: Advice for single moms hurt by inflation

    Ask Chuck: Advice for single moms hurt by inflation

    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 do?

  • Watch out for extended warranty rip offs!

    Watch out for extended warranty rip offs!

    An extended car warranty is a service contract between you and a warranty company. Warranties are included in the sales price of vehicles, but an extended car warranty or service contract is not. Some after-market warranties are legitimate, but the vast majority are scams.

  • Ask Chuck: Is my currency worth anything?

    Ask Chuck: Is my currency worth anything?

    Here are a few other ideas that you can do with your currency collection. Divide your collection between printed currency and coins. They are generally viewed very differently by collectors. If you think any may indeed have some collector value, start a spreadsheet for the currency or coins by country.

  • Ask Chuck: Are we going totally cashless?

    Ask Chuck: Are we going totally cashless?

    We know that the growing trend in cryptocurrencies and CBDCs will make it more likely, but it is not certain. We must not waste time in fear and speculation. However, there are a number of ways to prepare for a cashless society if that should happen.

  • Ask Chuck: Help with a family moocher

    Ask Chuck: Help with a family moocher

    Add in the experience with Covid and the Ukraine situation, and it is easy to see why more and more families are struggling with stress. There can be benefits to housing a family member in one’s home, but the cost, loss of privacy, and space can be challenging. Let’s look at your options.