The Clark Howard Podcast

06.18.25 Summer Power Bills / Take Your Vacation!

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Data centers are creating higher demand for electricity and the cost is falling on consumers. Power bills could reach record highs this summer. Clark has two recommendations to help lower your energy bills. Speaking of summer, have you planned out your vacation days yet? Clark talks about the importance of time away from it all.

  • Home Cooling: Segment 1
  • Ask Clark: Segment 2
  • Take Your PTO!: Segment 3
  • Ask Clark: Segment 4

    • Mentioned on the show:

    • How To Save Money on Utilities
    • 7 Things Discover Cardholders Can Expect After Capital One Merger
    • My 7 Rules for Using Credit Cards - Clark Howard
    • How Many Credit Cards Is Too Many?
    • How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft
    • 5 Money Tips To Know Before You Travel Abroad
    • Best Way To Exchange Dollars for Foreign Currency
    • Best Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees in 2025
    • 10 Clark Howard 'Never, Not Ever' Rules To Protect Your Money

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