The Clark Howard Podcast

03.21.23 Auto Loan Debt Burden / Tech Product End-Of-Life Policies


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Though moderating, new and used vehicle prices are still high. And among those who bought at peak prices, late payments are escalating. Clark offers an overview of the car market, plus - direction for those upside down in loans and for would-be buyers.  Also, owning smart tech connected devices requiring software services - you buy them, you own them outright, right? What’s the catch? Clark explains.

  • Vehicle Loans: Segment 1
  • Ask Clark: Segment 2
  • The Electronics Subscription Game: Segment 3
  • Ask Clark: Segment 4

  • Mentioned on the show

    • Late Auto Payments Expose Cracks in Consumer Credit - The Wall Street Journal.
    • Are You Following Clark's Maximum Auto Loan Length Rule?
    • Mattress Buying - Clark Howard Community
    • ByeByeMattress-Retailer Take Back
    • WSJ- The Cameras Worked Fine. Their Maker Said They Had Reached Their End of Life.
    • Should I Have Gold in My Portfolio Right Now?
    • ETF vs. Mutual Fund: Which Investment Is Better?
    • Should I Purchase Mortgage Life Insurance?
    • How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
    • Health Insurance Guide
    • Clark.com resources

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