More Than Money

Do you have inconsistent income? This one is for you. In this episode, Art walks through how you can better plan irregular income and avoid debt. Notes:Establish a baseline and average monthly income.Establish base line and average monthly expenses.Build your baseline and average blueprint for mission.Set up a holding and operating accounts.Transfer baseline monthly amount from holding account to operating account. Save rest.Once you have average monthly income saved in the holding account, starting transferring average amount.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

Have you found yourself in a position where your home is eating up a massive portion of your budget, where every dollar seems to go toward your home? In this episode, Art talks about what to do in this situation. Art also discusses how to leverage your home for God’s Kingdom.Notes:Assess the why.Make a Blueprint for Mission.Consider downsizing.Consider refinancing.Consider increasing income to pay down mortgage.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

Let’s talk marriage and money. In this episode, Art hits on two big topics—joint accounts and prenups, what they communicate and whether a couple should or should not have them.Notes:What joint accounts can communicate:Joint accounts communicate “our money.”Join accounts communicate “our expenditures.”Joint accounts communicate transparency.Joint accounts communicate trust.Joint accounts communicate commitment.What prenups can communicate:There is distrust in the relationship.Someone thinks the marriage might not last.Someone is not all in.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

Are you searching for a cheaper automobile to avoid an automobile loan? This episode is for you. In this packed episode, Art discusses the most and least reliable automobile brands, great cars under $10,000, and what to do if you are broke and need a car.Notes:2012 Toyota Camry2011 Honda Accord2013 Honda Civic2012 Toyota Corolla2013 Mazda 32013 Subaru Outback2010 Toyota Venza2014 Ford Fusion2014 Subaru Impreza2012 Volkswagen GTIResources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

So, you’re ready to start saving for retirement. Great! In this episode, Art answers a common question, “Which should I do first, my 401(k) or a Roth IRA.” Art also discusses why getting the company match should take place before paying off debt.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

As parents, we want to raise our children to be generous, reflecting God’s generosity to others. In this episode, Art and Taylor discuss why we care about raising generous children and provide some generosity teaching tactics for parents. Notes:Use Give. Save. Live. jars.Allow them to give to the church or other areas of interest. Talk about the impact their generosity is having.Take advantage of holiday generosity initiatives.Teach them to give in ways that don’t involve money.Be their visual example of generosity. Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

Welcome to warmer weather! It’s June and time for some smart money moves. In this episode, Art discusses five money moves that you should consider making this month.Notes:1. Pay attention to student loan news.2. Plan a no-spend, no-screen summer weekend.3. Give away unused items.4. If you are self-employed, pay your quarterly taxes (June 15) – Second payment5. Prepare for hurricane season.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsAsk a Money Question!

It looks like student loan payments will start back up soon. How did we get here, and what should you do next? Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsMore Than Money Facebook GroupAsk a Money Question!

Did your child recently graduate high school? They are about to face some harsh money realities. In this episode, Art provides five money realities that high graduates need to learn quickly. Notes:1. Your college money decisions will have post-college consequences.2. Generosity won’t magically begin when you make a certain amount of money.3. Debt will crush your dreams.4. Everything will not be okay.5. You are responsible for your financial decisions.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsMore Than Money Facebook GroupAsk a Money Question!

You are ready to start your journey toward financial health for the sake of living and giving generously. Be careful with whom you surround yourself. In this episode, Art discusses the five people you need on your financial journey and the one to avoid.Notes:Your spouse (if you are married).The example.The cheerleader.The accountability partner.The spiritual mentor.Resources:Free Resources from Christian Money SolutionsMore Than Money Facebook GroupAsk a Money Question!