Chuck Bentley

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  Dec 3, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Should I worry about this labor shortage?

  Dear Chuck, what’s up with the labor market? I have never seen so many postings for job openings or so many people who aren’t working. Many don’t even appear to be concerned about finding a job. Are people just living off the government now? How long can this continue?

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  Nov 26, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Should I participate in Giving Tuesday?

  Dear Chuck, my company is encouraging us to participate in Giving Tuesday. How can I give more if I’m on a limited budget?

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  Nov 19, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Protect yourself and your loved ones during the holidays

  Dear Chuck, My elderly parents get scam phone calls, emails and texts constantly. I worry they are going to fall for one of these since both are kindhearted and trusting. I know they are vulnerable. How do I help them?

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  Nov 12, 2021

  Ask Chuck: How to inflation proof your holidays

  Dear Chuck, we’re celebrating Thanksgiving at our house with friends and family this year. I want it to be extra special. However, the cost for groceries and things I need to host a fairly large group is more than I anticipated. How do I get around this crazy inflation?

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  Nov 5, 2021

  Ask Chuck: I may lose my job over the vax mandate

  If I do not get the COVID-19 vaccine, I could lose my job with a federal contractor. If I get it, I go against my conscience and the liberty I have to protect my family’s health, a fundamental right of Americans. I am not anti-vax, but I hate coercion. My wife and I are bracing for the financial consequences, but we want your advice.

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  Oct 29, 2021

  Ask Chuck: What is the impact of the Social Security increase?

  I’ll soon be getting a raise in my social security benefits. Do you think it will really make any difference?

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  Oct 22, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Does the Bible support universal basic income?

  Dear Chuck, I recently read that there is a growing number of Americans in favor of Universal Basic Income (UBI). What does the Bible say about that?

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  Oct 15, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Should I pull my investments in Chinese companies?

  Dear Chuck, I’ve been hearing a lot about Evergrande and the Chinese economic woes for months. Should I pull out of my investments in Chinese companies?

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  Oct 8, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Am I saving too much?

  Dear Chuck, I have been a saver for years. I was recently accused of hoarding money. What constitutes hoarding?

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  Oct 1, 2021

  Ask Chuck: Investing in inflationary times

  Dear Chuck, since my money is obviously buying less and less, how do I wisely invest in an inflationary economy?