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It all started in 2016 when Wells Fargo opened over a million customer accounts, committing identity theft and fraud. At some point, you would think that a bank with eight regulatory infractions since 2016 would turn things around. This time, it is a much smaller issue. However, it keeps the bank restricted indefinitely until further notice. Bob ex…
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Settle Into Stewardship Instead of Getting Wrapped Up in Fear
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Do you fear the future? Are you faced with decisions that seem too big to comprehend? Stewarding what we’ve been given is a sure way to give us peace and trust despite our circumstances. Join Bob as he discusses the importance of faith and how you can put yourself in a position to protect yourself from life’s uncertainties.…
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Driving…and The Unexpected Happens
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There are a million solutions to a thousand problems. Sometimes, with your car, patience is the answer! Join Bob and Tony Joe as they discuss car problems and easy fixes, how to take control of your vehicle, and what to do in a car when the unexpected happens.Av Bob Brooks
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What Digital Resources Can Help The Consumer With Their Money?
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Bob and Jennifer White, senior director of banking and payments intelligence at J.D. Power, discuss how consumers can take advantage of financial tools and resources that they might not even know are available.Av Bob Brooks
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The Answer to All of Your IRS Questions
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Communicating with and understanding the IRS can be tricky; luckily, this book has all the answers! Join Bob and Dan Pilla, author of The IRS Problem Solver, as they discuss the IRS's true nature and what to do when they contact you.Av Bob Brooks
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How To Build Your Child's Credit Score
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Bob talks about ways to help build your child's credit history and score.Av Bob Brooks
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Does 401(k) Diversification Always Work?
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Pop Culture Finance is making many dangerous assumptions about 401(k) investing. Are you making the same ones? Join Bob as he discusses this and examines your investments to see if what you value aligns with how the market works!Av Bob Brooks
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Car Problem After Problem? Learn What to Do When You Have Them!
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Has your car failed to start? Is the AC out? If you’re having car problems, big or small, Tony Joe is your guy! Join Bob and Tony Joe as they discuss familiar issues you might face as a car owner and how to handle them.Av Bob Brooks
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Common Credit Card Tips You Shouldn't Follow
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There are a lot of well-meaning people in the media who give advice about credit cards. There is one piece of advice Bob says to avoid. Plus, Bob goes through the potential personal impact of an interest rate cut.Av Bob Brooks
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Student Loans May Not Be As Forgiving As You Think
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Are you EDUCATED on student loan debt? Join Bob as he interviews John Hupalo from mycollegecorner.com, "the school counselor for parents." The two discuss financial aid, Biden's student debt relief plans, and how parents can better prepare themselves for their child's education.Av Bob Brooks
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.64 Cents Of Every 401K Plan Dollar Is Invested In This Particular Fund - Is This A Mistake?
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Bob talks about the fund strategy that holds trillions of dollars in 401K plans. He goes through the pros and cons.Av Bob Brooks
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How Do You Pick A Financial Advisor?
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Bob gives 8 tips that you should consider today in the selection process.Av Bob Brooks
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What Is More Important? The Miles On A Car Or Its Age?
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When it comes to maintenance schedules, Tony Joe answers the question, "Is it the miles or the age of a car that is most important?"Av Bob Brooks
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How To Live A Financial Stress-Free Life
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Bob talks to Author Jared Dillian about his book No Worries - How to Live a stress-free financial life.Av Bob Brooks
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These Rates May Peak Your Interest
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Join Bob and Mark Pfeiffer aka “Mortgage Mark” as they discuss mortgage rates, debt, and how YOU can use equity to your advantage.Av Bob Brooks
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A mortgage could be an important part of your retirement plan - Bob shares what you need to know.Av Bob Brooks
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These People May Know You By Name...And Not In A Good Way
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Listen in on this episode where Bob reveals a shocking statistic that has affected 2.9 billion people... and you might be one of them! Cyber attacks are VERY real and VERY costly. Learn how to protect yourself and your finances!Av Bob Brooks
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What Do You Do When Your Car Overheats?
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It is hot! Tony Joe shares insider tips about what to do when your car overheats. His solution may surprise you.Av Bob Brooks
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Is Eating Out Killing Your Budget?
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Bob talks about how eating out might be killing your budget. He shares some data that might surprise you.Av Bob Brooks
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How Do You Deal With Financial Fear?
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Financial fear could be the toughest fear to deal with. Crown CEO Chuck Bentley is my guest today to talk about how to overcome financial fear.Av Bob Brooks
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Is Unemployment Worse Than We Thought?
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Bob talks about a potential loss of jobs that went unreported.Av Bob Brooks
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The Change In How We Pay For Real Estate
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Bob talks about the most drastic change in decades regarding how realtors get paid - ridiculous!Av Bob Brooks
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Could You Be Missing Out On Higher Interest On Your Savings Account?
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Bob talks about the game some banks are playing to keep their interest rates on savings accounts lower.Av Bob Brooks
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Questionable Tax Advice That Could Save You Money And Get You In Trouble
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IRS Expert Dan PIlla is here to talk about advice that might get you into trouble with the IRS.Av Bob Brooks
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So You Are Late For Retirement - What Steps Do You Take? - Part 2
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Today, Bob wraps up his two-part series on misunderstanding retirement planning advice.Av Bob Brooks
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Can You Retire? Well, I Bet You Can! - Part 1
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Bob talks about the other side of retirement planning and why retirement requires a different mindset.Av Bob Brooks
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25 Car Tips I Have Learned From Tony Joe
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Tony Joe couldn't be here today, so I thought I would put together a list of the top car tips we have discussed over the years.Av Bob Brooks
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The world is changing that is for sure. Author Lisa Danels is my special guest to talk about how leaders can adapt and make change a benefit.Av Bob Brooks
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Do You Qualify For The Latest Round Of Student Loan Forgiveness?
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College admissions expert John Hupalo explains who could qualify and how the program works.Av Bob Brooks
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Do You Know How To Spot Investment Fraud?
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Bob talks about the red flags that can spot fraud every time.Av Bob Brooks
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Bob puts the stock market into perspective. What is the real reason investors are selling?Av Bob Brooks
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Did you know that it can get as hot as 600 degrees underneath the hood of your car? Tony Joe discusses the impact of the heat on the battery.Av Bob Brooks
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Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed? Is It A Good Time To Take Equity Out Of Your Home?
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Mortgage Consultant Mark Pfeiffer is on the show today to give us his take on mortgage rates. Mark also talks about the pros and cons of taking equity out of your home to pay off credit card debt.Av Bob Brooks
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How Are Credit Card Companies Dealing With Debt Problems?
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Bob talks to credit and debt expert Wayne Sanford about steps to take to deal with debt problems.Av Bob Brooks
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Are You Making This Mistake With Your 401K Plan?
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It is Pop Culture Finance (PFC) day on the Prudent Money Radio Show - Bob talks about the mistake investors make when rolling over 401K plans and what PCF says is a solution.Av Bob Brooks
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There is an old saying - "When everybody thinks alike, everyone is likely to be wrong." Bob explains why that might be the case for the bond market.Av Bob Brooks
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What Happens When You Run Over Something?
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From speed bumps to potholes, Tony Joe talks about the damage you can do to your car.Av Bob Brooks
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Do You Know Your Rights When Dealing With The IRS?
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IRS expert Dan Pilla discusses the importance of knowing your rights when dealing with the IRS and how to deal with a tax lien.Av Bob Brooks
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How To Decrease Your Mortgage From 30 Years To 24 Years
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Bob talks about an easy way to knock six years off your mortgage while you are in full control.Av Bob Brooks
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The government says that inflation is under control. What about the increase in prices? When will they fall? Charlie Wise, Senior Vice President and Head of Global Research at TransUnion, talks to Bob about prices and inflation.Av Bob Brooks
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What Does The Market Think About Kamala Harris Running Against Trump?
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Of course, it is very early. Bob talks about bigger concerns than Vice President Harris. Also, Bob discusses how to get your affairs in order - steps to take!Av Bob Brooks
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Does It Make Sense To Fix Your Car Or Sell It?
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Tony Joe answers a question about replacing a transmission or selling the car.Av Bob Brooks
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Are Your Retirement Dollars Ready For The Shift?
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Since the Financial Crisis, the government has been printing money and bailing out the economy and the markets. Now, we are on the road to the new normal. Are we about to face a financial shift? Bob talks about how to get yourself ready and the importance of having the right advisor looking out for your retirement.…
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Are You Worried About The Market And The Elections?
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There is a lot of anxiety about the markets and the elections. Bob talks about various scenarios.Av Bob Brooks
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Is College Enrollment Down Because Of The FAFSA Fiasco?
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Bob talks with college admissions expert John Hupalo about the ongoing problems with FASFA.Av Bob Brooks
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Take The Pension Payment Or The Lump Sum?
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You are about to retire, and the company gives you a choice—pension payments or a lump sum of money. Which one do you take? Bob explains the options.Av Bob Brooks
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Tony Joe talks about the rising cost of car repair.Av Bob Brooks
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What You Need To Know About Stock Market Risk
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The market views risk differently - Bob explains why.Av Bob Brooks
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Are We Seeing An Artificial Intelligence Stock Bubble Form?
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Bob talks about why you might be cautious when it comes to the high-stakes game of investing in artificial intelligence stocks.Av Bob Brooks
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