The Clark Howard Podcast

By Clark Howard

Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their pers... more

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February 24, 202502.24.25 Protecting Financial Accounts / TRAVEL: Navigating Rising Airfares
Today, Clark recommends a simple measure we can take to help protect our financial accounts, and those of our aging loved ones, from fraud. Also - many are looking to book their summer travel, and the airlines are raising prices. Clark shares strategies to bend that price curve in your favor.
Trusted Contacts: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Navigating Airfares: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Why You Should Name a Trusted Contact
How to protect yourself against financial exploitation - Vanguard
How To Cancel & Get Rid of PMI Earlier
What's the difference between PMI and MIP?
National Association of Enrolled Agents
Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
Clark Howard’s Airfare Price Predictions for 2025
Follow Clark Howard's #1 Rule To Travel Cheap
NYTimes: Prices: A Mixed Outlook on Flights, Hotels and Cruises
Coming to a Tiny Airport Near You: New Airlines
Booking a Cruise? Here Are 5 Ways To Do It for Less
Tipping on a Cruise: Your Complete Big-Ship Tip Guide
InsureMyTrip Review: Why We Like It and How to Use It
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
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29min
February 21, 202502.21.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Amazon Customer No-Service
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, changes at Amazon have impacted customer service. Clark discusses what’s going on and what you need to look for when purchasing.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Amazon Customer No-Service: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How To Get Out of Debt in 7 Steps
Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know
The Chase Sapphire® rental car insurance guide
8 Free or Cheap Cybersecurity Tips for Travelers
12 Keys To Keeping Your Home Wi-Fi Network Safe and Secure
Introduction to Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS)
10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs
How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps
Costco Car Buying Program: 4 Things To Know Before You Sign Up
10 Common Job Search Scams
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
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Clark.com daily money newsletter
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35min
February 19, 202502.19.25 Your Savings Rate / Running Out Of Money In Retirement
One of the most popular pages on Clark.com is our Best High Yield Online Savings Accounts article, because we all want to get the most interest on our cash. Capital One was recently accused of cheating customers out of interest rate payments - so how do you ensure you are getting best rates? Also - several high profile celebrities have revealed that they have run out of retirement savings. It just goes to show that it’s not how much you make, but how much you save. Avoid the MPC (Marginal Propensity to Consume) trap that has drained dry even the wealthiest of earners.
Make More On Savings: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Retirement: Running On Empty: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Capital One Accused of ‘Cheating’ Customers Out of $2 Billion
Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts - Clark.com
High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA) Calculator
How To Open a Roth IRA
Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work?
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
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30min
February 18, 2025 02.18.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss
Do you want to be a millionaire? Wes dives into the fascinating trend of "mini millionaires" and uncovers the secrets to their success. He explores data from the Federal Reserve and the Wall Street Journal, revealing the common traits of those achieving millionaire status. Are they earning massive salaries? How much does education matter? He breaks down the key factors. Plus, he revisits the timeless wisdom of "The Millionaire Next Door" and how its core principles still apply today. Also, Wes shares three powerful investing lessons from an interview with the legendary John Bogle, founder of Vanguard.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the February 18, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast.
Submit your questions at clark.com/ask.
We hope you enjoy our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes, in which Christa and Wes discuss investing and retirement savings in depth. Let us know what you think in the comments!
Learn more about Wes: Wes Moss, CFP®

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41min
February 17, 202502.17.25 Joining A Gym + Health Trackers & Privacy / Payment App Warning
Mid February and as resolutions fade, make the choice to double down! Today, the Clark smart way to join a gym, and what to know about health trackers and your privacy. Also - Zelle is not the only payment app to be concerned about. Spotlight on Cash App and the safest way to transfer money.
How To Join A Gym: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Payment App Warning: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How To Get a Gym Membership for Practically Free
Why Does Clark Howard Wear 2 Watches?
13 of the Best Free Workout And Fitness Apps
Consumer Reports - Your Exercise Bike Knows a Lot About You & Doesn't Keep Every Secret
IRS Direct File Expands to Millions More Taxpayers
9 Free Federal and State Tax Filing Services for 2025
Cash App Ordered To Pay Millions for Fraud, Security Issues
Safer Ways To Send Money - Clark.com
6 Things To Know Before You Buy Gas at Costco Wholesale
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
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31min
February 14, 202502.14.25 Valentines Edition: Couples And Money / Wedding Costs
Happy Valentine’s Day! One way to help keep love alive is being honest about money matters and talking over financial goals with your partner. Clark talks about different ways couples can navigate finances successfully. Also, the average cost of a wedding has hit a new high! But there are other ways to think about the big day, and beyond.
Financial Fidelity: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Wedding Expense: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Clark Howard's 5 Money Tips for Couples
How Couples Can Get on the Same Page About Money
6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
How To Spot and Avoid Gift Card Scams
The One and Only Exception to Clark Howard's 'No Gift Card' Rule
How To Talk to Your Partner About Money Before Marriage
SAVE Money On Your Wedding
Marriage, money and happiness: A timeline
I Need Plane Tickets for an International Trip. Should I Buy Now or Wait?
5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
Clark.com daily money newsletter
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31min
February 12, 202502.12.25 Finding A Side Gig / Finances: Teach Your Children Well
So many Americans are taking on side jobs to make extra cash. Clark talks about how important it is to have your scam radar up, and to prepare for the latest tax implications of gig work. Plus, for parents, Clark discusses the state of financial education and ways to give your kids the financial know-how they’ll need throughout life.
Legit Gig Work: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Financial Education: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Taking the guesswork out of gigs
30 Easy Side Hustle Ideas
Is One Medical Membership for Prime Members Better Than a Health Concierge?
Amazon One Medical - Portland OR
How to Find a Geriatric Care Manager / Senior Planning
NHTSA safety | Check for Recalls. Save Lives.
Why You Should Never Use a Debit Card To Pay for Anything
How to Teach Young Kids About Money
How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
4 Types of Term Life Insurance Companies Explained
Discover it® Cash Back Review: Earn Rotating 5% in Top Categories
Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
Clark.com daily money newsletter
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31min
February 11, 2025 02.11.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss
Monthly Pension vs. Lump Sum: The 6% Test and Is the Market Too High To Keep Investing?
Should you take a monthly pension or a lump sum payout? That’s a tricky question, but fiduciary financial advisor Wes Moss has a simple rule that can help you decide. Also, is it better to invest when markets are high or low? Wes breaks down market records since 1950 and shares his perspective on why investing in an all-time-high market is more important to your money than you may think.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take.
All this and more on the February 11, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast.
Pension vs Lump Sum Calculator - Clark Howard
Should You Take Your Pension in a Lump Sum or Monthly Payments?
Should I Take a $700,000 Lump Sum or a $4,200 Monthly Pension?
Submit your questions at clark.com/ask.
We hope you enjoy our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes, in which Christa and Wes discuss investing and retirement savings in depth. Let us know what you think in the comments!
Learn more about Wes: Wes Moss, CFP®

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35min
February 10, 202502.10.25 Housing & Transportation Costs / 2025 Traffic
In today’s episode - It’s a nightmare to feel like you’re in over your head financially. Clark discusses the money traps that accompany our two largest monthly expenses: housing and transportation costs - and how to avoid them. Also - 2025 is bringing back pre-Covid work culture, including more return-to-office mandates. That and other factors mean heavier metro traffic. Clark has a commuter strategy to keep in mind.
Housing & Vehicle Costs: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
2025 Traffic: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
The Safer Way To Use Your Debit Card
Why You Should Never Use a Debit Card To Pay for Anything
MEFA (Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority) College Cost Projector
Tuition Inflation - Finaid
How to Take the Car Keys Away From Unsafe Elderly Florida Drivers
Do I Need a Mechanic Inspection When Buying a Used Car from CarMax or Carvana?
How To Buy a Used Car
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35min
February 07, 202502.07.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Energy Prices & Home Building
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - Clark discusses what’s behind rising energy costs now and in the future, and the need for a rethink in home building.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Energy Prices & Home Building: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How To Switch Phone Carriers: 9 Easy Steps
How To Fight Fraudulent Bank Account Charges
Can I Access My Streaming Service Anywhere in the U.S. and Internationally?
IRS Direct File Expands to Millions More Taxpayers
8 Free Federal and State Tax Filing Services for 2025
5 Reasons Why This Is the Best Time of the Year To File Your Taxes
Why this Boston homeowner doesn’t pay anything to heat his house
10 Ways To Lower Your Heating Bill / How To Save Money on Utilities
How To Get a Free Credit Report / 4 Ways To Get Your Free Credit Score
How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?
Clark.com resources
Episode transcripts
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