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The Clark Howard Podcast
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 personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show…
Episodes
- The Clark Howard Podcast
11.16.22 Mortgage Rate Outlook / Our Power Equation
Get Clark’s take on where mortgage rates are heading, plus great news about how lenders will determine your creditworthiness for a mortgage in the future. Also…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
11.15.22 FIDUCIARY OR BUST / Automation Meets The Labor Shortage
The importance of choosing a financial adviser wisely can not be emphasized enough, and Clark has even more proof. Learn what to avoid, and when & how to hire…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
11.14.22 Internet Security Beyond Passwords / A Different Kind of Auto Insurance
Keeping track of passwords and frequently having to change them is a part time job. But passwords may soon be a thing of the past. Now the industry believes…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
11.11.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Update: City Relocation Incentives
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, over the past couple of years, population…
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11.10.22 POLL: Money Wisdom / Tight Christmas: Thinking Through Your Holiday Spending
Clark shares poll results on the question, “What would you tell your younger self if you could?” We received some great and very wise responses. And later -…
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11.09.22 A Hard Lesson in Hotel Booking / Scam ALERTS
Clark shares a wild story about a hotel booking gone terribly wrong, and how to protect yourself when booking with third party sites. Plus, Clark’s longtime…
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11.08.22 Charities: Season of Giving Guidelines / Privacy For Sale
It’s that time of year - charity solicitations. But there are fake charities vying for our hard earned dollars and targeting our senior loved ones. Clark has…
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11.07.22 A Potentially Perilous Home Buying Trend / Airfare Booking Strategy
A new home buying trend is emerging that allows more people to become homeowners - BUT there are major considerations before entering into something very…
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11.04.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / The END of Standard Return Policies
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also - Return policies are different this…
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11.03.22 Bonds Update / Saving LESS + Spending MORE = Bear Trap
I Bonds aka Inflation Bonds have reset. Recently there was a land rush on I Bonds, offering a rate over 9%. The interest earnings rate is reset every 6 months…
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11.02.22 New Tax Brackets / Side Gig Opportunity
Due to inflation, there are big changes in the tax brackets. Clark discusses how this affects investing and buying some types of life insurance. Also, add new…
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11.01.22 Roth IRA & 401(k) Limits for 2023 / CLARKONOMICS: The Deficit Reckoning
The 401(k) contribution limit has been increased for 2023, but this headline buries the lead: New rules for Roth IRA income and contribution limits. And -…
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10.31.22 Netflix & Streaming Update / Investing: Upside of the Downside
Clark discusses changes from Netflix, the overall morphing of streaming services across providers and how to protect your wallet with the changes underway…
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10.28.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks
Friday - Clark Stinks day! For the first time ever - for the entire podcast - Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
10.27.22 Car Buying Forecast And An Alternative / Back to Basics - HSA vs. FSA
The car market is gradually healing but we’re not there yet. Clark gives a timeline on availability, affordability, and a potential alternative to buying now…
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10.26.22 Loyalty Programs Give & Take / At Last! Affordable Hearing Aids
Current customer outrage at Dunkin’ for devaluing rewards offers a lesson about these programs in general, including travel points from hotels and airlines…
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10.25.22 When Giant Supermarkets Merge / Winter Heating Costs
Hear Clark’s unique perspective on the proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger, as he takes a wider view of the marketplace and your money saving strategies and…
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10.24.22 U.S. Treasuries- Update / Meet Yale Professor/Behavioral Economist- JAMES CHOI
First an update on the recommendation to buy short term treasuries, including an easy button idea for doing so. And, Clark welcomes special guest, Professor…
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10.21.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / CLARKONOMICS: The 60/40 Rule
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also - CLARKONOMICS: The 60/40 Rule. The…
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10.20.22 Health Insurance Open Enrollment / Vehicle Market Update & Advice
Open enrollment for health insurance is upon us. Clark clarifies options available, including Health Savings Accounts - to help you make important health…
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10.19.22 EMPLOYMENT: Job Scams / Pay Transparency
Job scams work both ways. The pandemic move to online recruitment has led to some pitfalls for both job seekers and employers. What to know about fake jobs and…
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10.18.22 Your Credit Report Accuracy / The Pay In 4 Trap
Credit reports are used by creditors, employers, insurance companies, and more - and many are inaccurate. Learn how this can hurt you and what you can do about…
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10.17.22 Your Financial Emergency Kit / Teaching Kids About Money
Storms, fire, flood or other sudden misfortune could separate you from access to vital accounts and documents. Get Clark smart guidelines to help keep you and…
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10.14.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Clark Smart Holiday Air Travel Advice
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, holiday travel season approaches and if…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
10.13.22 After The Storms: A Rethink On Rebuilding / Meat Substitutes Don’t Cut It
We’re seeing the horrific devastation of recent hurricanes, knowing they won’t be the last. But there are new ways of building that can help keep power on when…
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10.12.22 Clark Smart Holiday Shipping / Beware the “Pig Butchering” Scam
While holiday sales abound, including from online retailers, shipping is getting more expensive. Fedex is having serious issues that may affect holiday…
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10.11.22 Clarkonomics: The Housing Market / Grocery Delivery Gets More Affordable
A special session of Clarkonomics on home buying. The home market has been through periods of distortion this entire century. Clark gives historical…
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10.10.22 Electric Vehicle Outlook & E-Bikes / Debt and Mental Health
EV’s are in great demand right now, but today buying an electric vehicle doesn’t make financial sense. Clark discusses the industry outlook and your…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
10.07.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Your Auto Insurance Rates
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Clark discusses several factors behind…
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10.06.22 Adult Kids on The Parental Dole / Privacy Alert: Health Apps & Sites
Once upon a time, people were considered adults and on their own by age 18. Today, that’s not the norm. Parents often keep “emerging adults” on their cell…
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10.05.22 Fidelity’s new Robo-Advisor Service / The All-Inclusive Airline Fare Proposal
Fidelity has refined their Robo-Advisor service. The new Fidelity-GO is really different. Clark explains the offerings, fees and your opportunity here. Also…
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10.04.22 Holidays Sales Are NOW / CLARKONOMICS - Perspective on the Economy
The ships have come in and retailers have too much merchandise - over supply. Meanwhile due to inflation, demand has lessened = SALES. Clark points to holiday…
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10.03.22 Unlisted: Customer-No-Service & You / Winter Heating Bills
You may have noticed how difficult it is to find a company phone number. Turns out, that is by design. For business, Clark discusses real ways to build…
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09.30.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Reduce The Risk of Dementia
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, we all know walking is great for physical…
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09.29.22 DEALS in a Time of Inflation / Inside the Mind of a Super Saver
In spite of inflation, there are deals to be had. Amazon is in major overstock mode right now - offering a separate site for discounts, and a section for deals…
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09.28.22 Make A Difference: Government Jobs / Getting Control of Credit Card Debt
Labor shortages are everywhere, but one sector particularly hurting affects us all - the government. Governments all over the country are short of workers…
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09.27.22 DEADLINE: Series I Savings Bonds / Ford Changing the Game for Car Buyers
The clock is ticking on the best inflation investment. Series I Savings Bonds are about to go through a reset in November. Clark explains rates and holding…
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09.26.22 Illegal Nursing Home Debt Collection / Bad Investment Advice Is Everywhere
A completely illegal practice is going on by nursing homes and their collectors. Under federal law - The Nursing Home Reform Act - it’s illegal to go after…
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09.23.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Airbnb: Opportunity & Hazard
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Airbnb is a great concept - subject to…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
09.22.22 The Truth About Manufacturers Warranties / Your Cell Phone As Lifeline
Consumers are often told they must use authorized service dealers to maintain a warranty. Not so. What you need to know about parts and repairs. Also, T-Mobile…
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09.21.22 Breaking Inflation / Moving & Homeowners Insurance ALERT
The average American is spending around $15 more a day - all things being equal vs. a year ago. Clark updates the economic lay of the land including housing…
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09.20.22 An IRS Break on Late-Filing Penalties / SAVE on Healthcare
Many failed to file taxes in 2019 and/or 2020. Well the IRS will forgive those penalties, IF you can hit a fast approaching deadline. Already paid the penalty?…
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09.19.22 New Info On Standing Desks / Inflation Fighter: The Resale Market
There’s a right way to use standing desks, and to deal with a traditional sitting desk job - to improve your health. Clark explains. Also - Inflation and…
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09.16.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Trade School & Apprenticeship Resources
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also - Clark shares some valuable resources for…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
09.15.22 DANGER ZONES: The Top Scam Takes Many Forms / The Credit Card Trap
We’re here to help you avoid rip-offs and scams. Pretext, aka imposter & impersonation scams comprise the top rip-offs and they come in many forms. Be in the…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
09.14.22 Home Renovation & Contractors / Audible Change- OTC Hearing Aids
Transformational shifts are underway in how we buy and own homes.. There’s a home improvement boom in progress around the country, but timing is everything…
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09.13.22 Customer Service Comes to Airlines! / Beware Training Repayment Agreements
The airline industry has been a mess, stretched thin by labor shortages as the travel industry rebounds. Thanks to DOT and public pressure, for the first time…
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09.12.22 Rising Rents & The Rental Housing Outlook / Peer-To-Peer Car Rental - Pros & Cons
Rents have increased dramatically in a short period of time, the biggest rise since the aftermath of WWII. Clark explains how we got here today and the idea of…
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09.09.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Stock Market Fears & Your Retirement
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also - Recent stock market volatility has many…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
09.08.22 For Students: A Key Extracurricular / Save On Gym Membership
School is in session and many teens worry about having enough extracurriculars on their activities resume. But there's another very important route for…
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09.07.22 Teen Drivers & Accident Ethics / A Money Saving Mortgage Strategy
Clark shares a personal story concerning something every parent worries about - their teenager having a car accident. Also - with mortgage rates rising…
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09.06.22 Unprecedented September Clearances / Student Loan Forgiveness
Retailers have been fighting from behind since March 2020. Suddenly supply chains are moving and stores have goods aplenty. In a time of inflation - we have…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
09.02.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / SAVE On Holiday Shipping
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, this year Clark recommends extra early…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
09.01.22 Act Now for Holiday Travel / Job Market Trends & Work-Life Balance
After a chaotic summer, the outlook for fall travel looks better on every front. September is your cue to start planning holiday travel this year. Get Clark…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
08.31.22 The Newest Text Message Scams / Family Loans & Taxes
Text message scams keep coming and keep morphing. Know what the latest barrage looks like - deploying new ways to hook you into getting ripped off. Also, high…
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08.30.22 Undisclosed: Podcast Influencers / Prime Perk: Amazon Layaway
People are being hoodwinked by paid influencers on social media. Clark shares how this often works with podcasting, unbeknownst to you, the listener. Also…
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08.29.22 Streaming Changes And FREE TV / Recalculation For Home Sellers
Saving money on streaming TV is an area of expertise at Clark.com. Clark has industry news explaining the current streaming landscape AND a new FREE Channel…
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08.26.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Important & Cheap! Renters Insurance
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, overlooked and extremely important…
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08.25.22 The Best Rates On Savings / Pros & Cons: Worker Productivity Scores
The big banks persist in paying no real interest on savings. Meanwhile Clark just got 3.3% on a CD from his credit union. Several money market & online savings…
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08.24.22 Eating Out: Supermarket Vs. Restaurant Inflation / Airline Seat Sizes
Market forces have increased supermarket costs by 13% over the past year, while restaurant price increases have gone up roughly half that. Clark shares how it…