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: How to stop financial procrastination

    Ask Chuck: How to stop financial procrastination

    I just started my career. Can you give me some simple tips that could help me improve my finances? I really struggle with procrastination. How do I set and meet financial goals?

  • Ask Chuck: Breaking financial strongholds

    Ask Chuck: Breaking financial strongholds

    I am 32 years old and a fairly new believer. I am depressed by my poor handling of money. Can you give me advice to do better with money from a Christian perspective?

  • Ask Chuck: Financial advice for unwanted divorce

    Ask Chuck: Financial advice for unwanted divorce

    My husband is seeking a divorce. I am in shock and not sure how I will survive this financially with two young children. I have not worked since we got married. Do you have a guide or advice to help me?

  • Ask Chuck: Setting up an emergency fund

    Ask Chuck: Setting up an emergency fund

    I’ve never had an emergency fund. My parents always helped when I got in a bind. Recently, they told me that since I’m 30 and have an established career, it’s time I handle my own financial affairs. So how does an emergency fund work?

  • Ask Chuck: Tips for saving money on income taxes

    Ask Chuck: Tips for saving money on income taxes

    We have always filed our taxes taking the standard deduction. A friend at church suggested I might qualify for a greater deduction because of our increased giving in 2023. What do you think is the best option?

  • Ask Chuck: Make good use of your tax refund

    Ask Chuck: Make good use of your tax refund

    I am so excited because we’re getting a significant tax refund this year! What are the best uses of these unexpected funds?

  • Ask Chuck: Are casino resorts a good family reunion destination?

    Ask Chuck: Are casino resorts a good family reunion destination?

    My brother wants to have a family reunion at a casino resort. He thinks it is a real bargain. My husband and I are totally opposed. Can you give us some guidance?

  • Ask Chuck: Helping others break their financial dependency

    Ask Chuck: Helping others break their financial dependency

    I serve on the benevolence committee at my church. Inflation seems to be a common issue. How can we help the hurting during this time without creating dependencies?

  • Ask Chuck: Retirement housing and elderly parents

    Ask Chuck: Retirement housing and elderly parents

    Based on the high cost of retirement housing, we’re considering building an ADU on our property for my parents. We want to make sure it’s a wise investment. They are elderly but healthy and have offered to pay a small rental fee and for all utilities. Do you see this as a good investment?

  • Ask Chuck: Frugal February can change your life

    Ask Chuck: Frugal February can change your life

    Last year was the first time I had ever heard of Frugal February. Our family of four plans to try it, and we welcome some of your ideas to make it work.

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