
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: Help! I might get audited by the IRS
I filed my taxes in such a hurry that I’m fearful I might have made a mistake and get audited. What happens if I get audited?
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?