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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
05.16.22 Entrepreneurs: Being Your Own Boss / Control: Vehicle A.I. Tracking Drivers
If you feel you can serve a need in the marketplace, this is a golden era for entrepreneurs. Clark discusses the many considerations involved in starting your…
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05.13.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Travel Warnings
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. And - Clark has a scam warning & rip off alert…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.12.22 Education: Going The Distance / Google’s New Privacy Tool
College isn’t the only path to success. Clark summarizes the skills education landscape including Google IT training programs. But for many, college is the…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.11.22 SAVE MORE: Reduce Energy Consumption / Diamonds Are Cheaper Forever
The cost of solar is down 80% from a decade ago - a way to defray energy cost, along with ultra efficient HVAC systems coming soon. Ways to reduce energy…
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05.10.22 Medicare Disadvantage Plans / An ARM & a Leg: Adjustable Rate Mortgages
Two special warnings this episode - The first deals with confusion around Medicare Advantage plans, a choice many regret. Heed this warning if you or a loved…
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05.09.22 The Wawa Wow Factor / Inflation Supermarket Strategy
The big runup in gas is getting people more focused on where they buy. The market is becoming dominated by independent retailers, not the traditional oil…
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05.06.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Alternative Private Equity Investments
Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, you may be offered alternative investments from…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.05.22 Better Savings Rates - Zero Risk / BEST Baby Formulas
In addition to Series I Savings Bonds - Clark explains a Treasury Direct program as another risk free way to earn more on your idle cash. And - What every…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.04.22 Bitcoin in 401(k)s / Tipping Point: Navigating Ubiquitous Tip Requests
Fidelity. one of the largest and most innovative administrators of 401(k)s, is now offering Bitcoin in 401(k)s as an option for employers to add. Clark…
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05.03.22 Student Loan Forgiveness / Zelle is Dangerous - A Clark Directive
Clark clears confusion surrounding new loan forgiveness, We’re approaching $2 trillion in outstanding student loan debt. Clark talks about how general policy…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.02.22 Vacation Rental Surprise Fees / Extra Home Energy Savings
From hotels to Airbnb, the tactic of unbundling to hide junk fees has worked. People go for a low headline price, only to be charged more. Clark helps you…
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04.29.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Credit Bureau Cons
Clark Stinks day - Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Credit bureau dirty tricks of the trade include…
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04.28.22 Entrepreneur Thrives Offering More For Less / Warning: Credit Card Spending UP!
A small company owned by an individual now sells 1 in 6 ready to drink ice teas in the U.S. This entrepreneur is bucking the system, maintaining a price point…
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04.27.22 Housing Dilemma: To Buy or To Rent / A Social Media Lesson for Business Owners
Home prices remain inflated and mortgage rates are the highest in 11 years, making for an extremely difficult spring buying & selling season. Prices vary by…
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04.26.22 Buying A Home Sight Unseen / Costco's Secret To Success
People are buying homes sight-unseen. Clark conveys how this practice worked out 15 years ago, and now the stakes are much higher. Learn Clark’s new strategic…
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04.25.22 Boomer Retirement / Financial Education
The average Baby Boomer faces retirement with no pension and inadequate savings. Plus many got pushed out of work during the pandemic. Clark has two…
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04.22.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Current Saving & Investing Strategy
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Then Clark discusses a wise approach to market…
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04.21.22 F-150 Lightning Strikes the Car Market / New Money Saving Cell Phone Plans
Monday’s launch of the F-150 Lightning marks an inflection point in the evolving vehicle market. Clark gives an overview of the market now, and where we’re…
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04.20.22 Investing: Real Estate vs. Stocks / Work From Home Expenses
Clark weighs in on an old debate: Which is the better investment - rental property or stocks? Learn the pros and cons of each. Also, a WFH question is brewing…
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04.19.22 Company Training Programs / A Cash App Data Breach Warning
An upside to the labor shortage: taking your pay rate higher. Walmart’s truck driving program is just one example. But there’s something you should know about…
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04.18.22 Gadget Management: Selling Electronics / Back To Basics: Your Inflation Budget
We tend to cycle through electronic devices too fast. Do you have old phones & other devices sitting in a drawer? Clark has advice for selling them, a…
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04.15.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / New Debt Collection Tactics & Your Rights
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, debt collectors may soon be sliding into…
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04.14.22 Housing Market Decisions / Energy Outlook & Strategy
Clark lends perspective on today’s surging housing prices and mortgage rates and offers clear guidelines for making a homebuying decision in this difficult…
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04.13.22 Order Up: Behold The RoboBurger / Millions Lost in Heinous Gift Card Scams
RoboBurger is here! The restaurant industry must adapt to labor shortage conditions. Clark discusses how part of the solution is robotics offering machine made…
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04.12.22 Special Guest: MARK CUBAN on his new CostPlus Drug Company
Mark Cuban has taken on the pharmaceutical industry. Clark discusses what he hopes to accomplish with the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company and how it can help…
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04.11.22 Navigating Airline Chaos / Wanted: Your Spare Change
As people return to travel, the airlines are caught with staff shortages in all positions, canceling thousands of flights in the past few weeks. Clark has…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.08.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Housing Solutions: ADUs
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, 20% of Americans now live in…
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04.07.22 Hiring a Fiduciary Financial Advisor / Reducing Food Waste
Financial advisors - even if you think you have a good one, you may be spending way more money than you need to. Clark makes it clear how the industry plays…
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04.06.22 Best Printers of the Year / E-Bikes & Scooters - Gas Alternatives for Getting Around
Clark discusses how to choose a printer for work or home, considering your usage and the high price of ink! Consumer Reports has updated the best deals on…
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04.05.22 The New Nature of Work & Opportunity / Top 10 Tax-Friendly States
The pandemic reassessment of work continues to evolve, with many older workers returning to phased retirement jobs. Clark discusses the flexibility now…
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04.04.22 College Decisions & Direction / High Travel Cost Strategies
Clark explains why you shouldn’t freak out if you get rejections from the colleges of your choice. And what to know about middle skills education and career…
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04.01.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Rising Interest Rates
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Clark discusses how to make the most of…
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03.31.22 Shop Till You Drop INFLATION Costs / DANGER: QR Codes
Clark shares back to basics info on how to shop wisely and tell what’s truly a deal and what is not - including Clark’s Amazon rule. Also, why you should be…
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03.30.22 Colleges Ripping Off Veterans / New Streaming TV Savings.
Clark has a special RIP OFF ALERT concerning veterans and members of our military seeking to further their education. AND - STREAMING TV: new streaming choices…
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03.29.22 Affordable Cities For Renters / Where The Deals Are.
The pandemic has changed costs of living around housing and transportation. Americans are on the move again. This is a time when you can do a full reset for…
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03.28.22 Clark’s Consumer Fight for His $ / Changes: Medical Debt & Your Credit
Clark shares 2 new cell phone deals and then explains how he fought a 6 month battle for his wallet, and finally won. Also, Clark clears up confusion…
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03.25.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Summer Car Rentals
Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, the state of car rental rates with predictions and…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.24.22 TAXES: Refunds & Free Filing / TRAVEL: Airline Miles & Hotel Points
Clark talks taxes including why you should check your refund whether you’ve filed yet or not, and free filing. Also - Travel Riddle: when should you use your…
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03.23.22 Here’s To The Four Day Workweek / The Death of Overdraft Fees
Word to employers: We’re in an experimental, reset time for employees. Flex schedules and 4-day workweeks are well worth considering to improve efficiency and…
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03.22.22 Summer Jobs / In Praise of a Big Bank!
Opportunity knocks this summer! Whether you’re a teacher, student, or just looking to make extra money, the marketplace has taken minimum wages up and up. And…
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03.21.22 Current Strategies for the 2 Biggest Purchases: Auto & Home
Clark offers direction for car buyers of both new and used vehicles in the market now as shortages persist. Also, Clark explains the challenges and…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.18.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Going From a Traditional to Roth 401(k)
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, If you’ve had a traditional 401(k) and…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.17.22 Saving-Spending Reset / Tax Records: An Overview
Historically Americans are the worst savers but many improved during lockdown. Now, many are saving less and taking on more debt. Clark offers direction for…
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03.16.22 Special Edition: Gasoline & Home Energy Prices
Clark discusses how the war in Ukraine is affecting us all with higher energy prices, from gasoline to home energy. Learn steps you can take right now to…
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03.15.22 Student Loan Forgiveness Corrected / Hearing and Vision Apps
Student loan forgiveness was a promise made 15 years ago to those going into public service. That promise was broken repeatedly. Clark explains what went…
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03.14.22 Wells Fargo’s FINRA Review / 2 Ways to Offset Inflation
Clark explains why you should never invest through a bank. And then there’s Wells Fargo. Their latest foray into criminal behavior involves FINRA manipulation…
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03.04.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Clark’s Health Lesson
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Clark has a health lesson for all based…
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03.03.22 Ukraine: Donation Guidance and Economic Impact / Update: Vehicle Pricing & Purchasing
Clark offers legitimate resources for assisting Ukraine and discusses the economic impact. Also, current new & used car pricing info and buying strategies…
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03.02.22 Fraud Alerts: Romance Scams Hit Fever Pitch / ZELLE No
Romance scams have skyrocketed with hundreds of millions lost to criminals exploiting pandemic vulnerability. And they’re stealing via untraceable fake crypto…
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03.01.22 Paid to Learn: Apprenticeship Programs / Walmart & Amazon Healthcare
The solution to the nation’s skilled worker shortage has been there all along, as more industries step up to participate in apprenticeships. New opportunities…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.28.22 Predatory FinTech Loans Target Small Business / Financial Infidelity
A new trick of the predatory lending trade: Banks team with fintechs to make 225% loans. Beware these online offers with hidden rates. Clark explains how this…
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02.25.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Internet Service: Clarity & Choice
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, shopping internet plans and understanding…
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02.24.22 Labor Shortage Outlook / Early Retirement Compromise
Labor shortages are so pervasive, it will take innovation and automation to fill the gaps. Clark talks about life in a time of worker shortages, the future…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.23.22 Power Outage: Solar Backup & Home Generators / Amazon Prime Increase Vs Walmart+
Severe weather can cause lengthy power outages. Clark discusses solar with backup battery power and generator use. Also, Amazon is not the bargain they used to…
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02.22.22 The Ukraine Invasion: Economic Effect / 2 Tech Topics: 3G Shutdown & A New Tech Connect Standard
Clark discusses some possible economic implications around the stock market and gas prices, as the invasion of Ukraine unfolds. Also, the AT&T 3G network…
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02.18.22 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Summer Travel & Wedding Planning
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Meanwhile, Covid fatigue is peaking and people…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.17.22 The Equifax Data Breach Settlement / 2 Great New Cell Plan Options
5 years later, the Equifax class action settlement over the massive 2017 breach - is finalized. Many are receiving claim notifications. Clark explains what…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.16.22 No Surprises: A New Medical Benefit / New Rewards Checking
The No Surprises Act for medical billing includes a bonus benefit most don’t know about, and it can help you save big on medical procedures. Also, great news…
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02.15.22 Update: Gas Prices / Sticker Shock: Auto Insurance Recommendation
The story on gas prices - pandemic to now - explains where we are and where prices at the pump are going. There IS a bright spot on the energy front. Also…
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02.14.22 Saving Strategies for Financial Independence / Home Title Protection
Great saving strategies to build financial independence. Step 1: Defining your goals. Also, home title fraud is a devastating crime. Learn which homes are most…