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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June 28, 202406.28.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Dining Out: Restaurant Changes
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, Clark talks about the changing nature of dining out, including shortened restaurant hours and the use of robots - trends that show how businesses adapt to labor shortages and other challenges. And Clark and producer Grace reflect on the personal and national significance of the 4th of July. Clark returns after next week. Have a wonderful 4th of July Holiday!
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Dining Out Is Changing: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
NYTimes: Feeling Consumers’ Pain, Retailers Bring Back Discounts
When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance?
SmartPlug Instant Hot Water Control
The robots preparing to get their hands on your lunch
[The Washington Post] The new dining reality: Smaller groups and shorter weeks
Axios: Restaurants are having their biggest year ever
Clark Warns Major Changes To Credit Card Rewards Are Coming Soon
In California, Hotels and Rentals Must Reveal Fees Upfront. What Does That Mean for You?
Fourth of July - Origins, Early Celebrations & Traditions
A message from Clark about the 4th of July
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June 27, 202406.27.24 Back To Basics: 403(b) & 401(k) Plans / The No-Buy Challenge
Today Clark goes back to basics on 403(b) plans and 401(k)s. And Speaking of saving, how about saving way more by doing a no-buy (except for necessities) month? Some people are managing to do just that!
403(b) & 401(k) Plans: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
The No-Buy Challenge: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? (Clark.com)
Pros and Cons of 403(b) Plans
What Is a 401(k) Plan and How Does It Work?
Pump Up Your 401(k). New Roth Rules Make It Easy
NYTimes: Was the 401(k) a Mistake?
About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds
10 Clark Howard 'Never, Not Ever' Rules To Protect Your Money
Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024
Fidelity vs. Vanguard vs. Schwab: Which Brokerage Is Best?
How To Open a Roth IRA
403bwise: The K-12 403(b) is broken. Together we can fix it.
Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips
What Is a Good Credit Score?
Axios: The no-buy challenge / Axios: No-buy revolution
More people make 'no-buy year' pledges as overspending or climate worries catch up with them
Tempted to try a no-buy year? Here are tips from people doing it
Is an HSA the Best Way To Save for Future Medical Expenses?
Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)?
The Best Places To Buy Hearing Aids
Stash puts the power of investing in the palm of your hand
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30min
June 26, 202406.26.24 Successful Small Businesses ACE Competition / Save On Amazon Devices
Smaller retailers being beaten by Goliath big box stores is an ongoing concern. Clark discusses a notable exception and their secret to success. Also, if you’ve purchased Amazon’s electronics brands over the years, Clark has a money saving tip to keep in mind.
Small Business Success: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Save On Amazon Electronics: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How Ace Hardware, America’s neighborhood hardware store for 100 years, is beating its big-box rivals
How to Deal With Medical Debt
Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills?
De Beers Will Quit Growing Diamonds for Jewelry | National Jeweler
7 Places to Get the Best Deals on Lab-Created Diamonds
Key Savvy EV Credit
Buy a lot of Amazon gadgets? You could get 20% off each time
Clark Deals - TABLETS
Best Budgeting Apps in 2024: Our Top 5
Have a CD Maturing Soon? How Letting It Roll Over Could Really Cost You
Are Airline Miles Worth It?
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June 25, 202406.25.24 Shop Mortgage Lenders / What To Know About Shein & Temu
Today, Clark talks about how much you can save by shopping mortgage rates. The difference can mean a savings of 6 figures over the life of a loan. Later - how do Shein and Temu keep their items so cheap?
Comparison Shop Mortgages: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Shein & Temu: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
New York Post: 5 states where homebuyers could save more than $100K by comparison shopping for a mortgage
How to Get a Mortgage in 8 Steps
[How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor (Clark.com)
Advice Only Network / Flat Fee Advisors]
What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It?
No-tariff shipments popular with Shein, Temu hit US customs speedbump
Is Temu Legit? 4 Things To Know
9 Things You Should Always Buy Used
Stitch Fix Review: 4 Things To Know Before Signing Up
9 tricks to slash spending on clothes
How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps / How To Buy a Used Car
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35min
June 24, 202406.24.24 Clark’s Fix For Social Security / Student Loan Rates & Alternatives
Clark explains the problems with Social Security funding, and how he would fix them. Another heated topic today - student loans. As interest rates on loans rise, Clark shares alternative ideas for funding college.
Social Security: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Student Loan Rates: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Social Security’s Funding Crunch Worsens as the Top 6% Get Richer
Will Social Security Run Out? / When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security?
Why Clark Says Everyone Should Have a Dash Cam
Is Medical Tourism Right for You? (Clark.com)
Top 7 Things to Look for When Choosing a Medical Tourism Facilitator
What Is a 1031 Exchange? Know the Rules - Investopedia
NYTimes: Interest on Federal Student Loans Is Rising to 6.53%-Education Dept. announces highest federal student loan interest rate in more than a decade
Brands from Burger King to Coke to Lockheed Martin are leaning in on scholarships to capture Gen Z
How to find an internship in the federal government / Education Archives - Clark Howard
What Is Mean Reversion, and How Do Investors Use It?
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Program
Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know (Clark.com)
Should I Buy Additional Insurance From a Rental Car Company?
The Hospital Mistakenly Charged Me $25,000 for a Rabies Shot. What Do I Do?
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31min
June 21, 202406.21.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Back To Basics: Home Renovations
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Later - home renovations have slowed way down, and suddenly it isn’t taking as long to hire a contractor. So when does it make sense to renovate?
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Home Renovations: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle?
Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)?
Best Travel Credit Cards: Top Rewards Picks for 2024
5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room
The Points Guy - Maximize your travel.
uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service
Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Spending on home renovations slows, but high remodeling costs mean little relief in sight for buyers
The Only Reason You Should Make an Improvement to Your Home
6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor
Here's How Long Your Home Appliances Should Last
Should I Turn To Costco for a Home Renovation Project?
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32min
June 20, 202406.20.24 Clark’s Birthday & Health Update / Safest Vehicles For Teen Drivers
Today - Clark’s Birthday, presents an opportunity to update his health journey and share recommendations from the Prostate Cancer Foundation during Men’s Health Month. Also, a top concern is the safety of our teen drivers. There’s a great new collaborative list of the most reliable used cars under $10,000 for teens to drive.
Clark’s Birthday & Cancer Update: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Safest Cars For Teens: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Clark Howard and the Prostate Cancer Foundation
ETIAS - travel to Europe - European Union
BBB-File a Complaint
New Report: The Safest Cars for Teens
The safest used cars for teen drivers
CR - Safe Vehicles For Teens
Are Money Market Accounts As Safe as High-Yield Savings Accounts?
ICS® & CDARS
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33min
June 19, 202406.19.24 Longevity Considerations / Power Grid Blackouts
There’s a lot of talk about living to 100 and beyond these days. Longevity science is a big business, but along with living longer, we need to ensure our financial security. Also, get Clark’s take on recent reports concerning potential lengthy power blackouts.
Health & Financial Longevity: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Power Grid Blackouts: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Blue Zones: A Blueprint for Adapting Health and Financial Security into Longevity
The booming business of eternal youth
Vanguard Review: Pros & Cons
How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations
What's the Best Way To Donate to a Charity?
Cheap Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price
[The Washington Post] Where heat waves might cause blackouts: Look up your area
This Boston startup created renewable energy storage that’s 10 times cheaper than lithium-ion batteries
8 Things To Know Before You Fly Frontier Airlines
Stacked vs. Unstacked Auto Insurance: 2024 Guide
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30min
June 18, 202406.18.24 Auto Theft Prevention / Work From Home Job Scams
Today - auto theft is a huge problem around the country, and thieves have figured out a way to duplicate your car keys by intercepting the signal, often from outside your home. Clark shares a cheap easy way to help prevent this. Also, key warnings if you’re looking for a remote job, as unfortunately we’re hearing from a lot of job seekers who’ve been ripped off by employment-related scams.
Prevent Car Theft: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Remote Job Scams: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How to protect your keyless car from theft
Search: Key Fob Pouch Protectors
How To Find Cheap Flights in 3 Easy Steps
Using Cellular Data Internationally: Buying a Local SIM Card
5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room
How To Plan a Trip: Clark’s Best Travel Tips To Save Money
Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment
How To Open a Roth IRA
Watch for these red flags when searching remote job listings
If you're out of work, don't fall for a phony job offer
Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
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June 17, 202406.17.24 HOMEOWNERS: Title Fraud Prevention / Are You Underinsured?
The recent fraud attempt against Graceland has reignited concerns about title fraud. Clark shares 3 ways to protect against the rare but heinous crime of property theft. Also, we’ve talked a lot about the rising cost of homeowner’s insurance, but the biggest problem many of us face is being underinsured.
Guard Against Title Fraud: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Adequate Home Insurance: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Scammers Tried to Sell Graceland. How to Prevent Your Home From Being Next.
Home Title Lock: Is It the Same As Home Title Insurance? (Clark.com)
What Is Owner’s Title Insurance and Do You Need It? (Clark.com)
How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service
Can YouMail Really Put an End to Robocalls?
[The Washington Post] Home insurance was once a ‘must.’ Now more homeowners are going without.
Best And Worst Homeowners Insurance Companies (Clark.com)
9 Ways To Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums (Clark.com)
Dept. of Energy - HEAT PUMPS
How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
Clark Howard's Advice on Buying Gold
Should You Buy Gold at Costco?
Clark.com - Invest & Retire
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