The Clark Howard Podcast

01.15.25 A Plan For Credit Card Debt / Direct & Free Tax Filing

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Many Americans are stressed about spending decisions made over the holidays as the credit card bills roll in. Today, a Clark smart assignment for dealing with debt. Also rolling in soon are tax documents. Clark has advice on tax preparation, free filing, and more. 

  • Credit Card Debt: Segment 1
  • Ask Clark: Segment 2
  • This Tax Season: Segment 3
  • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    • Mentioned on the show:

    • Clark Howard's 2024 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy
    • Why You Might Be Paying Your Credit Card Bills All Wrong
    • What Is FedNow?
    • IRS Direct File Expands to Millions More Taxpayers
    • 8 Free Federal and State Tax Filing Services for 2025
    • IRS Tax-Refund Checks Keep Getting Stolen in the Mail - WSJ
    • Tax Software vs a Tax Professional: Which Should You Choose?
    • Clark.com - When Should You Get an Accountant To Do Your Taxes?
    • Why Did My Credit Score Drop?
    • 4 Ways To Get Your Free Credit Score
    • What Is a Good Credit Score?
    • BBB-File a Complaint


      • Clark.com resources

      • Episode transcripts
      • Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
      • Clark.com daily money newsletter
      • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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