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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
05.10.21 Wedding plans & money talks / Clark’s ‘squeeze every penny’ savings approach.
Money talk ain’t pillow talk but it works to save a marriage…. There’s pent up demand to throw weddings, but be prepared to take the leap by talking money…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.07.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / The class of 2021 enters a whole new world and job market.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. / The job picture could not be more different than 1 year ago. Now…
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05.06.21 Shopper’s High: Using plastic lights up your brain / A new option for building & repairing credit.
Hear Clark’s 30 year standard method for dealing with lifestyle debt, and how using plastic triggers a kind of euphoria while keeping you from ‘feeling the…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.05.21 Cell deals for single data hogs / Phasing into a later full retirement.
MVNO Mint Mobile has a plan for individual high data users for $30 a month. Clark offers details on this deal and others. / We’re living longer and may need to…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.04.21 A timeshare scammer spills trade secrets / HELP WANTED with job training, not hand outs.
Want to sell your timeshare? An former inside scammer reveals how they find you and get inside your wallet - No sale. / Survey says: Most Americans want…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
05.03.21 A shocking statistic about student loan forgiveness promised to our military. / 2 loopholes crooks crawl through to steal unemployment funds.
PROMISES BROKEN: One privilege of military service is student loan forgiveness. But the U.S. Dept of Education rejected 94%, just like public service loan…
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04.30.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / IRS delays and a Clark smart tax move.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. / Labor shortages and last minute code changes are forcing manual…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.29.21 Will the housing market crash? / HELP WANTED: A dramatically improved job market.
The housing shortage has pushed home prices to an all time peak. Clark speaks to fears of a real estate market crash and explains how the market is likely to…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.28.21 Streaming Standoff: Roku vs. Google over You Tube / Auto industry game changer for car buying
There’s a streaming standoff between Roku and YouTube. What was once a cable issue is now spilling over into the streaming world. Streaming TV Archives - Clark…
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04.27.21 Confused about financial advisors? Clark clears the way to investing / Restaurants of the future appearing now..
Clark clarifies the zone between full service and self service investing and describes the 3 hybrid discounters to help you choose what’s best for YOU! And -…
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04.26.21 The app that gamified stock trading & the tax lash / Clark’s gives props to cable companies…. What!
Word to high frequency traders - Clark’s journey with Robinhood and its imitators has been arduous of late. The timeline and tax takeaway is news for…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.23.21 Clark answers his critics on 'Clark Stinks' / Guess who lost their Covid Vaccination card?
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts from the site with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. / What happens if you lose your Covid vaccination card? It…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.22.21 Travel News includes a huge airfare sale / Medical price transparency - how to advocate for your wallet.
The full fare airlines have pivoted to leisure routes and Southwest has launched a fare sale cycle. Clark travel advice includes flight cancellation, the…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.21.21 Impending price hikes and what you can do about it / The Peloton problem and treadmill safety.
Clark talks gas prices and other increases he didn’t see coming. What’s happening and what you can do about it to protect your wallet. / Peloton has seen huge…
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04.20.21 A partial solution to affordable housing / The job market is heating up. Clark smart opportunities.
Dwellings are the largest expense we have and a key determinant of financial health. Clark describes obstacles to and different types of ADUs - accessory…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.19.21 Protecting your children online / The ‘liquid biopsy’ is a game changer in cancer detection.
3 class action lawsuits found game developers and content providers violating the law, tracking and building profiles on children. We need punitive legislation…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.16.21 Clark answers his critics on 'Clark Stinks' // No health insurance? Why now is the time to apply.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts from the site with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. There are significant changes for individuals and families…
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04.15.21 House mania hits the nation - A revised Clark smart home buying rule / Extended service contracts - what kinds of coverage do you really need?
Home buyers are squeezed right now, having to pay more. Clark discusses the supply problem and the logic behind his new rule on your ownership cycle. /…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.14.21 Membership has its privileges (and costs) as retailers compete to sign you up. / 2 new home internet choices worth considering.
Clark reviews the new Best Buy membership program as they compete with the bigs - Amazon Prime, Walmart+ & Costco. Retailers are challenged to connect in new…
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04.13.21 Online Privacy: Clark tests out a Brave new browser / Save a ton on your vehicle loan
We’re always being tracked online but there are browsers and extensions to help protect privacy. Clark has tested a couple and reports on ease of use. / How…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.12.21 New strides in financial literacy / How Emperor Clark would fix the U.S. tax system.
We’re seeing more focus on how to reach and teach young people about money. There’s collateral damage due to lack of financial education. Some high school…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.09.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / A great new employee benefit goes toward education costs.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts from the site with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. A new federal law allows employers to pay toward employee…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.08.21 Great news if you're saving for your grandchild's college / What you should know and do about the Facebook data breach.
Historically, 529 plans owned by grandparents negatively impacted the student’s financial aid profile. That changes this fall. Clark explains the new FAFSA…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.07.21 News on eviction law and auto loans & a Clark NEVER rule / Why this decade could be a golden age for workers.
Economic fallout from Coronavirus: Clark explains why, as we enter economic recovery, a homeless problem appears. Also, auto loan delinquencies are up. Clark's…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.06.21 The best printers for home and office / Car rentals are sky high. Booking strategies.
New reviews of affordable printers indicate great improvement. The HP business model means high prices for ink. Epson and Brother have that option, plus, more…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.05.21 Know your rights with debt collectors / What is “stream creep” and are you paying the price?
A new debt collection rule may kick in this November allowing collectors to contact consumers via email, text and direct messages on social media, with no…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.02.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / New food purchase tech and the convenience store pivot.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts and Clark responds. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks / Glorified Vending Machines: Unstaffed robotic cooking centers…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
04.01.21 Clark is a prankster & NFTs are nuts. / Clark re-enters retail stores and makes some discoveries.
Clark attempts to explain NFTs (with an assist from SNL) & blockchain and gives his take on this novel craze. Also, fully vaccinated, Clark’s back in stores…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.31.21 Pandemic effect: Forced early retirement is bad for business & the economy / Renting Storage - dynamic demand pricing & insurance.
One effect of the pandemic has been forced early retirement for many. Only 38% of the workforce is 55 and older. Why employers are working against their own…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.30.21 Saving for retirement - The case for automatic enrollment and target retirement funds / Who tried to scam Clark?
The beauty of automatic enrollment into retirement plans for employees, and why Clark loves target retirement funds. / How Clark got scammed! - Almost. Yet…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.29.21 Hospital price disclosure is the law - NOT happening / Pay app fraud escalates. Your prevention strategy.
Hospital systems have conspired to prevent prodcedure & surgery price comparison. Clark explains how they skirt the law, and why hospitals remain the biggest…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.26.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / Clark's 2 cents on killing off the penny.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts and Clark responds. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks / It would be pennywise to retire the penny. Clark counts the ways…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.25.21 Employment: Upcoming job rotation brings opportunity plus, hybrid working / Defrauded students can reapply for loan forgiveness.
JOBS: Microsoft Survey Says - Over 40% of workers want to quit their jobs. This creates job rotation moving forward, and new opportunity. Also, the pros & cons…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.24.21 Clark updates the pandemic economy as vaccinations take hold plus - travel news
Clark discusses proceeding with caution after vaccination, herd immunity and economic recovery. Step by step the economy will gain strength as people get out…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.23.21 How and why the gas tax will change / New furniture shortages call for a Clark smart strategy.
With the rise of hybrids and electric vehicles, the gas tax for road maintenance has got to change. Some states are already going about mileage taxation. Clark…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.22.21 Gas prices escalate - what's ahead / A purchase & donation warning from Clark’s Consumer Action Center + New banking options
Clark discusses the supply & demand factors affecting the price of gas and what to expect at the pump. / A purchase and donation warning from the head of Team…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.19.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / Free credit reports extended- the Clark Smart way to monitor your credit
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts and Clark responds. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks / Deadline Extended: Check Your Credit Report Every Week for Free -…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.18.21 If you were laid off, you may qualify for free COBRA insurance / News about companies you likely use spying on you.
Clark explains who qualifies for the new 6 month COBRA healthcare subsidy and how it works. Also, with so much focus on privacy violations, how Google has…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.17.21 The pandemic 1 year later & Covid passports / Electric vehicles are transforming the auto industry
The pandemic 1 year in - Clark discusses the impact of vaccines on recovery and the emerging Covid passport. / Buying vehicles is in transition as electric…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.16.21 Fake Amazon reviews are a plague - reading past the con. / Auto price sticker shock -2 sectors where deals can be found.
Clark reveals what's led to bulk purchase of fake reviews on Amazon & how to read between the star ratings. / Almost 30% of new vehicles for sale now cost over…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.15.21 What We Don't Know Can Harm Us: Credit report errors skyrocket. An assignment / Fraudsters morph phishing tactics & migrate their targets. Clark's key rule is your best defense.
More than half of all consumer complaints filed with the CFPB concern credit report errors, likely related to the bureaus' waiver from CARES Act compliance…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.12.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / Auto insurer trick drives up rates - Clark smart ways to keep premiums down.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts and Clark responds. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks / 2021 policy renewals are using 2019 mileage to set premiums…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.11.21 Key advice for home buyers / When should you buy a cell phone service plan?
63% of 2020 homebuyers made an offer on a house - sight unseen. Why a virtual tour is not enough. Half of all cell phone users have never lost or broken a…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.10.21 Great new construction methods save builders and buyers big money / Make it stop! Ways to reduce spam calls
Innovative building methods, including 3D printing, are more efficient, cut construction costs and produce highly energy efficient housing. / Sick of spam…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.09.21 Economic recovery spending warning includes buy now, pay later hazard / Word to post-pandemic entrepreneurs.
Debt looms over intact or improved finances during recovery. Hold any gains and beware the buy now, pay later option on small purchases. 3/4 of users dropped…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.08.21 Walmart+ tweaks to compete with Amazon Prime. A Clark smart comparison / How Zillow now brings more certainty to home selling.
If you're convenience and price oriented, Walmart+ shines and is worth checking out. / iBuyers have brought convenience to home selling. Now Zillow brings more…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.05.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / Why being a renter may be the smart move now into 2022.
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts and Clark responds. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. / There are major disruptions in the housing and rental markets…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.04.21 Money myths can cost you / Extended warranties - Are the ever worth it?
Just under half of people surveyed believe it's best to leave a balance on a credit card - and other money myths that don't serve you well. / Extended…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.03.21 The 'fast furniture' trend and your wallet. / Flood Insurance changes are on the way. Vital info for homeowners and buyers.
Urbanization and climate changes are increasing flood risks. Premium adjustments are coming from the National Flood Insurance Program as the Feds realign risk…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.02.21 Streaming: The Paramount+ launch deal and DirecTV status / Unemployment expands eligibility- Who is included and application advice.
Paramount+ launches this week. Check out the lineup and see if the promotion for early subscribers is right for you. Also, why you may see DirecTV prices go…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
03.01.21 Timing is Everything: An Important deadline for small business owners / Booking your next travel adventure.
PPP - This time is different. For the next 9 days, businesses with less than 20 employees can apply exclusively. Non-banks, meaning credit unions and fintechs…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.26.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / A trend in the supermarket industry that can save you up to 50%
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts on the site with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. / Transformation in the supermarket industry is creating major…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.25.21 Privacy Protection: WhatsApp alternatives / The Kroger data breach part of something deep - your assignment
Facebook owned WhatsApp is changing terms of service allowing them to invade privacy. Clark's warning and alternatives. Also, the Kroger data breach is part of…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.24.21 The Power of the Pivot-Knowing where your transferable skills are needed. Also, your options when your employer doesn't offer a 401K match or any retirement account.
The Power of the Pivot: Job demand is up in some areas. Clark offers guidance on finding active job categories and transferring your skill set outside the box…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.23.21 A new way to invest that doesn’t involve buying stocks hyped on Reddit. Also, a new charge is appearing on bills of all kinds. What to watch for.
Clark recommends long-term investing and welcomes Marcus Invest from Goldman Sachs for small investors, akin to Wealthfront & Betterment. Also, PPE cost money…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.22.21 Car buyer update for new and used vehiciles / A stand out cell phone plan
How Ford's new Blue Advantage car buying program stacks up to CarMax & Carvana and why now isn't the time to buy a new vehicle. / Verizon's discounter Visible…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.19.21 Clark answers his critics on Clark Stinks / Jobs that pay a great starting salary for college grads
Christa shares Clark Stinks posts on the site with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. A poll finds many teens and young adults believe a high school…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.18.21 Renters' Rights and the Mortgage Forebearance extension / Auto theft and breakins-Prevention
Rule changes for renters and home buyers have occurred. Renters facing eviction have rights, but must verify economic hardship and follow procedure. Clark…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.17.21 Stock trading tax issues + index funds / Employment prospects as the economy recovers
If you must do high-frequency stock trades, Clark gives you the tax-smart way to proceed and explains the beauty of index funds. / Surprising news and Clark…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
02.16.21 Vaccine scams are proliferating- can you spot them? / A new way to save on high cost generic drugs
The Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company offers more affordable versions of expensive generic drugs / Vaccine fraudsters are after your money and personal…