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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
6.8.20 Are we still in a recession?; Ticketmaster's new refund policy
Some economists are saying that we aren't in a recession any longer. That's hard to understand when unemployment is still off the charts. Clark discusses the…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
6.5.20 Should kids go back to school?; Why CD's might be a great place for your money right now
Clark talks about the great dilemma of whether or not schools should open in the Fall. Rates for taking on student loans in the Fall have plummeted. And CD's…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
6.4.20 Employers can allow you to change your health plan; Popular pandemic scams
The CARES Act allows employers to make a decision on whether or not you can change the healthcare plan you are currently enrolled in. There are more scams…
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6.3.20 Store brands are having a moment; Paying your rent
Store brands and generics are doing incredibly well right now. But they have always been a good money saving idea. A lot of people are having a tough time…
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6.2.20 Amazon is releasing a new Fire HD tablet; PayPal's new credit card is actually great
Amazon has solid tablets at really great prices. And they have just released a new version. PayPal's older credit card offering just wasn't that great. But the…
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6.1.20 Advice for people looking for a job; People are driving again in bigger numbers
Clark discusses how you should go about job hunting in today's environment. People are starting to drive again in larger numbers. Gas prices are lower than…
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5.29.20 Small businesses ditching delivery services; Avoid using these apps for payments especially with current Covid scams
Delivery services cost small businesses money. So many are opting to ditch the delivery services and Clark discusses how you can continue to support them…
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5.28.20 Average monthly expenses survey; What foods are making a comeback right now
Clark goes over a survey that shows what the average monthly expenses are for Americans. Some of the big food products, especially snack foods, are coming back…
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5.27.20 Staying safe in hotels this Summer; Fiduciary disclosure coming to your mailbox
When you are traveling this Summer, if you are staying in a hotel, it's important to stay safe. Clark tells you how to do that. An awkward and opaque letter…
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5.26.20 Navigating Cobra insurance benefits; How students should think about school in the Fall
Cobra benefits are going to be offered to you if you lose your job in many cases. But those benefits can be EXPENSIVE. Clark discusses what the decision to get…
- The Clark Howard Podcast
5.25.20 Walmart Express offers 2-hour delivery; Home prices are actually rising right now
Walmart just launched Walmart Express which promises 2-hour delivery. Many people assumed that home prices would fall as a result of the pandemic and increased…
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5.22.20 Restaurants incur higher expenses start surcharging customers; Clark Stinks
Some restaurants have come under fire for charging Covid-related surcharges. But the revenue is down and expenses are up for most local restaurants. Clark…
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5.21.20 How the life insurance industry is changing; Where the hiring is actually happening
At-home exams for life insurance are starting to become the norm instead of being the exception to the rule. Buy life insurance on the internet in order to…
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5.20.20 Getting debt relief from financial institutions is hard right now; Second home communities will hurt for a while
The phone lines could be tied up at your bank or lender as MANY people are seeking relief. Clark tells you what to do. Second home communities will likely have…
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5.19.20 Walmart earnings soar; Cyber insurance is more necessary now - and more costly
Walmart has been one of the biggest quarantine winners as earnings have gone up substantially. Cyber insurance is becoming an even bigger necessity as more…
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5.18.20 New mortgage forbearance rules; Stock market pivoting positive on vaccination progress
New mortgage forbearance rules are great for people who are having a hard time paying their mortgage right now. The stock market is doing well today thanks to…
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5.15.20 Retail sales plummet 16% in April; Clark Stinks
Retail sales were even worse in April than economists expected. Clark Stinks is back! You can contribute to this segment by sharing the ways you think Clark…
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5.14.20 New PPP loan guidance; Credit report protections in the CARES Act
Some really helpful guidance on the PPP loans just came out. In particular, the SBA is providing safe harbor for PPP loans under $2 million. Your credit should…
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5.13.20 Grocery costs have soared; Watch out for Coronavirus misinformation
Clark talks about how consumer purchasing has changed...and groceries have quickly gotten more expensive. Misinformation about the virus is rampant - in…
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5.12.20 New safety rules when traveling; Student loan forbearance affecting people's credit
Airlines and airports are instituting safety requirements if you plan to travel in the near future. Student loan forbearance has been great for people with…
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5.11.20 Manufacturing plants opening back up; Life insurance is harder to get right now
Unemployment has climbed and is worse than the headline number shows. Clark also discusses how manufacturing is opening back up. Some Americans are being…
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5.8.20 What to do when mortgage forbearance is over; Clark Stinks; Bikes are selling like hot cakes
Planning ahead for how to handle the end of mortgage forbearance is smart. Clark tells you how to talk to your mortgage provider if you need more time too…
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5.7.20 Private student loan compact; Contact tracing improvements; Masks required at many businesses
Millions of people are covered by a multi-state agreement that will allow individuals with private student loans to put a pause on payments for 90 days. Google…
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5.6.20 Meat shortage; Humana waiving copays; Travel reward cards are offering additional incentives.
Costco and some grocery stores are limiting meat purchases as we're experiencing a meat shortage in the country. Humana is waiving copays for members right…
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5.5.20 Spending habit changes during Covid; Age discrimination more prevalent; Americans saving money; Maintaining your car during quarantine
Spending habits have changed during the coronavirus outbreak. But it appears that everyone has cut spending no matter what your state's approach has been to…
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5.4.20 Corporate liability shields; Airline stocks hammered; Micro businesses; Cash-out refi or 401k withdrawal?
Employers fear liability from as they bring employees back into the office. Virtual volunteering might be a great use of your time right now. Warren Buffet has…
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5.1.20 Clark's quarantine life; People avoiding doctor offices; Truck drivers face big hurdles; Don't take money from your 403b
Clark talks about what his life looks like right now and how his family is handling being cooped up together. There have been some positive benefits! People…
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4.30.20 What to do about Summer vacation; Private business safety rules; Market-timing Millennials; Air travel is on the rise
Should you still go on Summer vacation? That's the question on a lot of people's minds. Clark talks about how you should think about your upcoming Summer…
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4.29.20 Unemployment compensation is still not going well; New consumer spending data; Where to cash your stimulus check; CVS & Walgreens testing stations
Florida is doing a terrible job getting unemployment payments to citizens who have applied. California is having a tough time funds to independent contractors…
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4.28.20 Paper goods hit shelves + beef & pork shortage; Tech late-fee policies; Avoid getting cash from predatory lenders; Covid has accelerated economic changes
Beef and pork prices are likely to rise soon because of the shortage due to Covid. Also, paper goods are making a reappearance on store shelves...finally…
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4.27.20 Investing in gold; Ideal car buying window; Is the FIRE movement over?; What to do with your old 401k
People are getting ripped off buying physical gold right now. Buy a precious metals ETF instead! The car market has changed rapidly. Clark tells you when the…
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4.24.20 Unemployment payment mishaps; Google's new ad policy; Credit card limits being cut; Banks approaching mortgage forbearance poorly
Some of the states are handling unemployment claims incredibly poorly. Clark talks about how Florida and Texas are having major issues disbursing those funds…
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4.23.20 SBA barring big companies from fresh PPP funds; Stimulus check hacking; Preparing your finances now; Mortgage forbearance requests have increased
The SBA has issued a press release clarifying that bigger companies should not be filing to receive PPP funds. This is good news for small businesses who…
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4.22.20 Small business loan funding set to increase; Free weekly credit reports; Increased poisoning from cleaning agents; Google searches have dramatically changed
Congress is on the verge of passing a bill to provide more funding for small businesses. Clark also talks about how many bigger companies took a large chunk of…
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4.21.20 What's happening with the oil markets?; Economy re-opening; Dealerships won't take leased cars back; Checking real-time story busyness
Oil prices are cratering. Clark talks about why this is happening and what it means for consumers. Some states are making the decision to re-open parts of the…
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4.20.20 More PPP small business money coming; Ticketmaster changes refund stance; Poor college grads; Pro-rated unemployment
PPP money ran out towards the end of last week. But a deal is close to secure more funding for loans to help small businesses. Ticketmaster will be giving…
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4.17.20 Stay the course investing; You are not alone; Erratic economic predictions; Apple's new cheaper phone
People have not altered their approach to 401k investing. This is good news! Also, here's the link for non-filers to submit stimulus payment info. Clark talks…
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4.16.20 PPP loan disastrous results; Germany's soft reopening; How working from home impacts your taxes; Robot improvements
PPP and EIDL are complete failures. Clark talks about why these programs went so horribly wrong. Germany is attempting a soft reopening of its economy. Clark…
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4.15.20 The airlines are getting bailed out; Telemedicine; Customer no service is a regular occurrence right now; Free streaming options
Clark discusses the specifics of the airline bailout. Telemedicine is becoming more and more important. Make sure to not forego necessary medical visits right…
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4.14.20 Google & Apple working together on contact tracing; Grocery workers at higher risk; Car buying in Covid-19 era; Lending standards are tightening
Google & Apple are working together on a contact tracing app. This could help as we seek to remain safe as businesses reopen around the country. We will still…
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4.13.20 Allocating your stimulus money; Car insurance rebates; Ticketmaster/StubHub terrible refund policies; Investing in today's market
Stimulus checks are starting to hit bank accounts. But how should you handle the money you receive? Clark gives his thoughts. Car insurance companies are…
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4.10.20 Clark's thoughts on getting people back to work; The PPP and EIDL rollouts are going poorly; Grocery store safety; Covid-19 scams abound
When will people be able to go back to work? Clark talks about a potential timeline and what it will look like as the economy attempts to rebound. The PPP and…
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4.9.20 Unemployment number skyrocket + PPP update; Feds aiding mid-size businesses; Exercising from home; Improving your work from home abilities
Unemployment numbers are up big today. Clark talks about when the increased unemployment checks will arrive. Also, fintechs are starting to lend to small…
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4.8.20 What to do if you can't pay rent; SBA lending progress update; What is happening in the housing market; Private student loan forbearance
Clark tells you how to handle a scenario in which you can't pay rent. The key is communication. The SBA lending progress is still tied up. Clark talks about…
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4.7.20 Clark interviews SBA rep; Unemployment relief updates; Free mental health resources; Getting mortgage relief
Clark interviews Ashley Bell from the SBA in order to find out more on the Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans. The DOL has issued…
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4.6.20 PPP slow roll-out; Stimulus check updates; Companies helping people; Creating a will right now
The PPP is off to a really slow start. Clark discusses. We've got more information on stimulus checks. Clark discusses what we know now. Some companies are…
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4.3.20 Important Covid-19 economic updates; Sheltering in place works; Zoom privacy issues and alternatives; Robo Advisors
Clark talks about the important updates on how PPP is being implemented and what the latest is with unemployment insurance claims. Sheltering in places works…
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4.2.20 Stimulus check updates; Unemployment compensation problems; Fake Covid-19 remedies; Stores stepping up delivery abilities
Clarifications have been made about who will receive stimulus money from the government and when that money will come. State unemployment agencies are still…
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4.1.20 Paycheck Protection Program and SBA disaster relief; What happens if you can't pay rent; Health insurers waive individual Covid-19 health costs; AirBnb helping hosts
The details of the PPP and EIDL programs are a little murky. Clark brings as much clarity as possible to a situation that is rapidly moving trying to help…
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3.31.20 Going to SBA.gov for small business relief money; Employees walking out on the job; Juggling your finances until stimulus money kicks in; Covid-19 scams proliferate
SBA.gov is the place to apply for economic injury disaster loans. And $10k in funds can be received in the form of a grant if spent on paid leave, maintaining…
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3.30.20 More unemployment details; Stock market volatility; Real ID implementation delayed; 401k disbursements part of stimulus bill
Funds will soon be flowing to the states for Americans filing for unemployment. Clark discusses more of the details we now know. The stock market continues to…
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3.27.20 Small business and non-profit stimulus relief; Getting travel refunds; Barren grocery store shelves will be filling soon
Small businesses and non-profits are seeing real financial relief in the recent stimulus bill. Clark talks about some of the details. Some of the travel…
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3.26.20 Helicopter $ and unemployment compensation details; Student loan stimulus details; IRS filing updates; Taking care of those around you
Stimulus checks are coming. Clark details the Senate bill and what these stimulus payments will look like and who will receive them. The stimulus bill also…
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3.25.20 Specifics on relief bill; Talking to your credit card company; Healthcare exchanges reopening; Which companies are hiring
Clark discusses the stimulus bill deal that finally came together on Wednesday morning. It has not yet become law but some of the details of what this bill…
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3.24.20 Senate relief bill implications; Automakers making ventilators; Handling student loans; Volunteer efforts will ramp up
Clark talks about the Senate relief bill that is still being negotiated. It looks like American families will be receiving direct payments from the government…
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3.23.20 Which companies are hiring right now; Fed supporting markets; Beware work from home scams; Finding a work from home routine
In a tsunami of economic turmoil, Clark talks about the companies that are hiring and where to turn if you are in need of work. The Fed announced this morning…
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3.20.20 Places handling coronavirus threat well, quarantine leading to more economic difficulties; Mortgage market update
Clark talks about how Taiwan is handling Covid 19. There's a lot of uncertainty right now and economic difficulties are increasing in light of the stricter…
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3.19.20 Stock market volatility and your 401k; Government passes a Coronavirus relief bill
The market is still experiencing a lot of volatility. Clark discusses how you should approach your retirement account in light of the current turmoil. Clark…
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3.18.20 Supply chain updates & human resiliency as Covid 19 spreads; How travel companies are responding to customers
Clark discusses how the grocery stores are doing and the unique way human beings come together in crisis. Some travel companies are doing a good job of…
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3.17.20 Coronavirus causes recession, major job market dysfunction; How government relief is coming during economic upheaval
Clark continues to talk about the fallout from the Coronavirus pandemic. There won't be a way of avoiding a recession, and many American jobs and small…