
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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Social Security: The fears, facts and fuss
My parents are extremely fearful about the future of Social Security benefits. How can I help them with their concerns?
Ask Chuck: Buy high, sell low – the impact of fear on investors
With the new Trump tariff wars, I fear the stock market will tank, and my retirement savings will be gone. Are you advising people to get out of the market during this downturn?
I have money, but I have no peace. What can I do?
I have plenty of money but no peace. What is there not to worry about right now? I have generalized stress about the economy, political divisions, cultural influences on my kids, wars, hatred… the list is long. How can I escape this spiral of non-stop worrying?
Ask Chuck: Should I pay debt or take vacation with tax refund?
My husband and I have lived frugally since getting married 10 years ago. We’ve been paying off student loans, cars, and credit card debt. I’d like to use our tax refund for a vacation, but my husband insists that we pay off more debt.
Ask Chuck: How to prepare financially for a special needs child
We have a young child with disabilities. Can you advise us on how to prepare financially for her care?
Ask Chuck: Help me overcome market jitters
We want to limit our exposure in the stock market due to its volatility of late. What are your thoughts on T-bills?
Ask Chuck: Should I use a health savings account?
Should I participate in my company’s offer of a Health Savings Account? I don’t get sick often and feel it is too expensive.
Ask Chuck: Tattoo regret trend and the expense of removal
I got some crazy tattoos while in the Marine Corps when I was single. Now my wife wants me to get rid of the ones she does not like. I tell her that besides being super painful, it is a waste of our money. Any advice?
Ask Chuck: Is DOGE a blessing or a curse?
Our “Dear Leader” Elon Musk seems to have taken over the federal government. Are you concerned yet?
Ask Chuck: What about friendship and business growth?
I’m a small business owner concerned about the decline in real friendships. My business is built on them, but most of my young staff think social media is enough. Have you ever written about friendships and business growth? If so, where?