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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, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.

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    08.01.24 Gratitude And Longevity / Beware Of Home Improvement Rip-Offs Aug 01, 2024
    Show notes

    We’re starting out August with some great news - there is something you can do for free that may help you live longer, and happier. Also - unhappy news of elderly women being ripped off by a home gutter system salesperson. Clark has an important warning for homeowners.

    • An Attitude Of Gratitude: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Home Improvement Rip-Offs: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4

    

    Mentioned on the show:

    • Be grateful for what you have. It may help you live longer
    • How To Find the Best Deal on Cheap Internet Service in 4 Steps
    • Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
    • ‘I feel cheated’: Saleswoman charges 2 elderly women over $14,000 for gutters
    • 6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor
    • How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
    • Best Term Life Insurance Companies, Plans & Coverage


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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    07.31.24 Avoid Getting Ripped Off! How To Buy Alarm Systems And Eyeglasses Jul 31, 2024
    Show notes

    In today’s show - more Americans are installing alarm systems to help them not only feel safe from crime, but also for protection in a fire. The alarm business has been rife with long term contracts and high monthly costs. Clark tells you how to get a deal with the same safety. Another area where costs vary wildly is prescription eyeglasses. There's a new rule that makes it even easier to get your glasses at a deep discount.

    • Home Security Systems: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • The Eyeglass Rule: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off by an Alarm Company
    • Your Guide to DIY Home Security Systems
    • Home Security System Ratings & Reviews
    • How to change your name and what government agencies to notify
    • Best Online Will Maker: 5 Free or Cheap Options
    • What Is a Personal Loan and Should You Get One?
    • Eyeglass Rule updates: What they mean for you
    • The Best Places To Buy Eyeglasses
    • Are Indexed Universal Life Insurance Policies a Good Option or a Scam?
    • Term Life vs. Whole Life Insurance: Understanding the Difference
    • How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
    • How To Open a Roth IRA


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.30.24 UPDATE: Savings Rates & CD Strategies / Amazon’s Discount Initiative Jul 30, 2024
    Show notes

    Inflation has curved downward affecting interest rates, presenting challenges for savers. There are great differences between financial institutions regarding savings rates. Clark discusses how to get the best rates on CDs and savings accounts, and why you NEVER allow a CD to auto-renew. Also, Amazon is feeling the heat from Temu and Shein, and they are answering with a new competitive site.

    • Saving Rates Update: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Amazon’s New Discount Store: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • 16 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in July 2024
    • Best Online Banks: Free Checking and High-Interest Savings Accounts
    • Why Big Banks Are a Bad Place for Your Cash
    • What To Do BEFORE Your CD Expires
    • What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work?
    • How a 457 Plan Works After Retirement - Investopedia
    • What Are Index Funds?
    • Longevity Insurance: What Is It and Do You Need It?
    • Amazon set to take on Temu and Shein with new discount section
    • How Higher Income Can Affect Medicare Premiums
    • 7 Things To Know Before You Use Zelle
    • How To Spot and Avoid Gift Card Scams


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.29.24 Re-shop Travel Bookings / The Greatest Financial Threat We Face Jul 29, 2024
    Show notes

    Today, Clark explains how, with the economy in slower gear, it is more important than ever to re-shop travel. The savings can be significant. Also- a warning about a common and potentially devastating scam wherein a criminal posing as a fraud specialist, is actually a specialist at committing fraud targeting bank & retirement accounts. Know what this scam looks & sounds like, and what to do when you recognize it.

    • Save More: Re-shop Travel: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Financial Impersonation Scams: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Holiday Travel Is Booming. Why Are Airlines Doing So Badly?
    • 5 Things You Should Re-Shop To Save Money
    • Should You Ever Book a Nonrefundable Hotel Room?
    • Cheapest Way to Rent a Car: Expert Tips
    • Why You Should Never Prepay for a Rental Car
    • Why You Should Re-Shop Your Cruise
    • 8 Things to Know Before You Fly Spirit Airlines
    • Elliott Report: Home
    • Should I Tip on a Cruise?
    • Warning: Be Suspicious of Fraud Alerts on Your Financial Accounts
    • Got a call about fraud activity on your bank account? It could be a scammer
    • Google Voice Verification Code Scam
    • The Google Voice scam: How this verification code scam works and how to avoid it


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.26.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Free Music Online Jul 26, 2024
    Show notes

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, are you paying too much for your summer soundtrack? With online music services raising prices, find out how to legally stream music for free.

    • Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
    • Free Music Online: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Why I Think Medicare Advantage Plans Stink - Clark Howard
    • Will Social Security Run Out?
    • When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security?
    • 7 Things To Know About Costco Pharmacy
    • 10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs
    • Stash Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons
    • 13 Places To Listen to Free Music Online
    • Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards
    • The One and Only Exception to Clark Howard's 'No Gift Card' Rule
    • How To Spot and Avoid Gift Card Scams


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.25.24 INVESTMENT WARNING: Private Placements / When Is A Bank NOT A Bank? Jul 25, 2024
    Show notes

    Be aware, falling for this hotly touted investment pitch can burn your wallet - What to know about Private Placements. Also, when is a bank not a bank? Hundreds of millions of dollars have vanished from multiple fintechs, money that was deposited via the fintech apps. Clark did some digging and lets you know what he’s found out.

    • Beware Of Private Placements: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Fintech Missing Money: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • A Real-Estate Fund Industry Is Bleeding Billions After Starwood Capped Withdrawals - The WSJ
    • Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills?
    • How Should I Donate a Non-Working Vehicle?
    • 6 things you need to know before donating your used vehicle
    • NYTimes: What Happens When Your Bank Isn’t Really a Bank and Your Money Disappears?
    • How thousands of Americans got caught in fintech’s false promise and lost access to bank accounts
    • Chase’s plan to charge for checking accounts—and how consumers might respond
    • Report: The #1 Internet Provider in America
    • Fixed Wireless Internet: Using Your Cellular Service Provider for Home Internet
    • What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It?


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.24.24 CrowdStrike Wake-Up Call / Dealing With Credit Card Debt Jul 24, 2024
    Show notes

    Semper Paratus! Clark discusses the CrowdStrike outage and what you can do to prepare for any future tech outages. Also - Even as the economy strengthens, financial struggles are real and persistent for many, made worse by today’s high interest rates. Use Clark smart strategies for handling credit card debt.

    • Crowdstrike Lesson: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Credit Card Debt: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Global Microsoft CrowdStrike outage creates issues from Starbucks to schools to hospitals
    • NYTimes: How to Guard Against Scams Tied to the CrowdStrike Crash
    • How a faulty CrowdStrike update crashed computers around the world
    • Massive IT outage spotlights major vulnerabilities in the global information ecosystem
    • Recovering from the global tech outage could be a long, arduous process
    • Largest IT outage in history expected to barely register in the economy
    • Air passenger rights - Your Europe
    • 7 Things To Know About Costco Pharmacy
    • American Borrowers Are on Shakier Ground. These Charts Show Why. WSJ
    • Credit Union vs. Bank: What's the Difference?
    • Clark Howard's 2024 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy
    • Credit Score Guide
    • Should I Buy Additional Insurance From a Rental Car Company?
    • Cheapest Way to Rent a Car: Expert Tips


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.23.24 Dangerous Mortgages / SAVE MORE on Back To School Goods Jul 23, 2024
    Show notes

    Some home buyers are using mortgage products to make houses more affordable, but these types of mortgages can be very dangerous to your wallet. Also, it’s time to do back to school shopping for many parents. Clark shares tips for saving money on everything from supplies to clothes to computers.

    • Dangerous Mortgages: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Back To School Shopping: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • More people are taking a mortgage over 40 years – what this means for young people’s finances
    • Mortgages Archives - Clark Howard
    • How To Open a Roth IRA
    • Clark Deals - Tablets / Clark.com - Cell Phone Guide
    • Best 2% Cash Back Credit Cards: 9 Options in 2024
    • Why Does Clark Howard Wear 2 Watches?


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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    07.22.24 Warehouse Club Changes / Power Outage Preparation Jul 22, 2024
    Show notes

    Changes are happening at 2 of Clark’s favorites retailers, Costco & Sam’s Club, that members need to know about. Also, Clark talks about why there are an increasing number of brownouts and blackouts across the country and how to be prepared without spending a fortune. Clark Deals - Generators

    • Changes At Costco & Sam’s Club: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Be Prepared For Power Blackouts: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • New York Post: Sam’s Club members threaten to jump to Costco after wholesale giant chops key perk
    • Costco hikes membership fee for the first time since 2017
    • Costco to Lift Membership Fees for First Time in Seven Years - The WSJ
    • What's the Best Savings Account for a Teenager?
    • Fidelity Investments Review: Pros & Cons
    • What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?
    • The Best Time and Place To Buy Small Kitchen Appliances
    • [The Washington Post] How to power your home through an outage without a gas generator
    • Wind energy is on a tear and has beaten coal for two months straight
    • Homes into giant batteries: MIT plans energy cement to power your house
    • AI is exhausting the power grid. Tech firms are seeking a miracle solution.
    • Bitcoin miner CleanSpark buys five Georgia data centers
    • Clark Deals - The top 10 deals of the week!
    • People aren't spending like they used to


    Clark.com resources

    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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    07.19.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Scams Targeting Seniors Skyrocket Jul 19, 2024
    Show notes

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - Seniors are getting scammed more and more. But there are ways to help protect loved ones.

    • Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
    • Senior Scam Alert: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Clark Howard's Simple Steps To Get Better Customer Service
    • Do Not Give Your Social Security Number at These Places
    • 403b Wise / What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work?
    • Should You Get a Business Credit Card? | When is it Worth it?
    • 10 Clark Howard 'Never, Not Ever' Rules To Protect Your Money
    • 7 Things To Know Before You Use Zelle
    • Should I Use a Credit Card or Give Up My Bank Account Info To Save 2.3%?
    • How To Create a Safe Password
    • Scamming Seniors Is a Growing Problem. Wall Street Wants Washington to Stop It
    • Elder fraud has reached epidemic proportions – a geriatrician explains what older Americans need to know — The Conversation
    • Are older adults more vulnerable to scams? What psychologists have learned about who’s most susceptible, and when — The Conversation
    • Why You Should Never Prepay for a Rental Car
    • How To Dispute a Charge on Your Credit Card
    • Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau


    Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode!

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    • Episode transcripts
    • Community.Clark.com
    • Clark.com daily money newsletter
    • Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


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