The Clark Howard Podcast

05.01.23 Clarkonomics: The WHY Of Investing / Your Digital Account Access For Loved Ones

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Many remain unsettled about the stock market rollercoaster we’ve been on lately. Clark illustrates basic investment principles with a simple calculation that should calm your fears and enhance your understanding of WHY you ride it out long term. And - where to NEVER EVER place your Roth IRA.  Also today - you likely have many digital accounts. Know how to ensure your loved ones have access when the need arises.  

  • Investing For The Long Term Win:  Segment 1
  • Ask Clark: Segment 2
  • Digital Account Access: Segment 3
  • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    • Mentioned on the show

    • Here’s how much money you'd have if you invested $1,000 in the S&P 500 a decade ago
    • Fidelity vs. Vanguard vs. Schwab: Which Brokerage Is Best?
    • What Is an ETF?   /   How To Open a Roth IRA
    • Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment
    • Fidelity and State Street Push to Make 401(k)s More Like Pensions - The Wall Street Journal.
    • 2 Ways To Guarantee Yourself a Lifetime Stream of Income
    • 6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
    • Actually, Charging Your Phone in a Public USB Port Is Fine
    • THE WSJ: Before You Die, Secure Your Digital Life
    • Clark.com How To Make Your Online Accounts Accessible When You Die
    • Facebook Settlement: How to Claim Part of a $725M Privacy Settlement
    • Facebook Settlement Submission Claim
    • Proton Mail — Get a private, secure, and encrypted email


      • Clark.com resources

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


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