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April 27, 2025

LIVE SHOW REPLAY Feeling Stuck by Financial Shame? Ready for Real Fre…

Do you ever feel like your past financial mistakes define you? You’re not alone. In this episode of Ask Ralph , Ralph and co-guest Craig dive deep into the emotional and spiritual weight of financial shame—a burden that affec...

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April 20, 2025

LIVE SHOW REPLAY - Are You Ready to Break Free from Financial Shackle…

Are you tired of feeling chained by your finances? In this episode of Ask Ralph , Ralph and Craig dive deep into the habits, mindsets, and spiritual principles that keep so many of us stuck in a cycle of financial stress. Fro...

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April 6, 2025

LIVE REPLAY: What are 11 Surprising Things the Bible Says About Wealt…

Ralph Estep Jr. and Dr. Craig Van Slyke dive into the world of biblical financial wisdom, tackling the heavy stuff like financial shame and anxiety. The main point? Wealth isn’t the enemy, but our relationship with money can ...

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March 29, 2025

Who Pays the Bills When Your Grown Kids Won’t Fly the Coop?

Are your adult children still crashing at home? Well, you’re definitely not alone! Today, we’re diving into a listener's heartfelt question about the tricky situation of supporting grown kids who just won’t leave the nest. We...

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March 22, 2025

Why Can’t We Quit Paper Checks—and Are Scammers Cashing In?

Are you feeling weighed down by debt or worried about your parents' finances? Well, you’re in good company! Today, we’re diving into these heavy topics with some real talk and a sprinkle of humor. We’ll tackle the struggles o...

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March 15, 2025

LIVE SHOW REPLAY: What's Changing in Your 401(k) in 2025—and What Doe…

Today, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of financial freedom, and spoiler alert: it’s all about breaking free from that pesky financial stress. Our financial evangelist, Ralph Estep Jr., is here to guide us through some ser...

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March 8, 2025

Is the 30% rule for housing costs still a wise guideline today?

Is the 30% rule for housing still practical in today’s economy? In this episode of the Ask Ralph Show , Ralph Estep, our financial evangelist, is joined by Craig Van Slyke to unpack this widely accepted guideline, exploring h...

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March 1, 2025

Could Diligence and Discipline Slash Your Shopping Bill?

It's all about breaking free from that pesky financial despair today! Ralph Estep Jr., our financial evangelist, tackles the real-world struggles of living paycheck to paycheck, crushing debt, and the dream of a stress-free r...

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Feb. 22, 2025

What’s the secret to deducting home equity loan interest? Find out no…

Feeling trapped by debt and living paycheck to paycheck? Well, there's a light at the end of that tunnel! In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into how to break free from financial stress and align your cash flow with what r...

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Feb. 15, 2025

LIVE REPLAY: What Are 10 Easy Tax Deductions and Credits to Cut Your …

Ever felt like you're handing over way too much dough to the taxman? Well, you’re in luck! Today, we’re diving into 10 super easy tax deductions and credits that can help you lighten that tax load. We’ll also dig into the jui...

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Feb. 8, 2025

Are You Taking These 10 Smart Steps to Maximize Your Retirement Savin…

Crushing debt got you feeling like you’re stuck in quicksand? Fear not! We’re diving into the financial deep end with Ralph Estep Jr., the financial expert who’s come out swinging after his own battles with money woes. We’re ...

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Feb. 1, 2025

Home sweet home…or is it? The questions every first time buyer must a…

Are you dreaming of buying your first home but feeling overwhelmed by fear and uncertainty? In this episode, Ralph Estep explores the essential steps to approach homeownership with confidence and faith. He emphasizes the impo...

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Jan. 25, 2025

Is ID.me the Future of Digital Identity, or a Privacy Nightmare?

Join Ralph Estep, Jr. as he tackles pressing financial concerns, including how to safeguard your personal information online and navigate the murky waters of IRS scams. This episode highlights the importance of vigilance in p...

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Jan. 18, 2025

Help! I Just Got a 1099 - What Is It and What Do I Do Now?

Are you feeling overwhelmed by tax obligations as a freelancer? This episode dives into the concerns of Angie's journey as a new freelance graphic designer facing the anxiety of tax responsibilities, particularly after receiv...

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Jan. 11, 2025

Why should I wait until 70 to collect social security?

This episode tackles critical financial questions that many listeners are grappling with, including the timing of Social Security benefits and the nuances of tithing on tax refunds. Ralph Estep, Jr. shares a compelling case s...

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