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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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    01.31.24 Credit Card Debt Strategy / Car Buying Update Jan 31, 2024
    Show notes

    Credit card debt is up 50% in the last 3 years with default rates on the rise, as higher interest rates exacerbate the problem. What would Clark do? Also today, many people have been waiting for the market to normalize before buying a vehicle. Clark shares good news and smart approaches to the purchase of both new and used cars.

    • Credit Card Debt Strategy: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Car Buying Update: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • NYTimes.com: Lugging Credit Card Debt Into 2024? Now’s the Time to Make a Plan.
    • Credit card delinquencies surpass pre-pandemic levels
    • Why debt settlement companies are the wrong way to deal with high credit card debt
    • 6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
    • CREDIT CARD DEBT - Clark.com
    • What Fee Level Does Clark Consider Acceptable For a Company 401(k)?
    • How To Open a Roth IRA
    • What Is a Thrift Savings Plan?
    • 2024 will be the best year to buy a new car since 2019, economist says
    • USA TODAY: Buying a car? FTC reveals crackdown on illegal scams to save you money
    • The new CARS Rule: What you need to know
    • The Best Car-Buying Services in 2024
    • How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps / How to Buy a Used Car in 7 Steps
    • What Are the Pros and Cons of the Costco Car Buying Program?
    • Avoid the #1 Mistake That Car Buyers Make
    • Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know


    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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    01.30.24 Back To Basics: Exchange Traded Funds / Health Insurance Prior Authorizations Jan 30, 2024
    Show notes

    Clark offers a primer on the 3 basic types of funds - Mutual, Index, and the fastest growing area of investing: ETFs. Also, there is a new rule for health insurers when you need medical preauthorization approval for treatment or a procedure. And it’s about time.

    • Back To Basics: ETFs: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • New Rules On Medical Preauthorization: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • How to Invest in ETFs for Beginners
    • What Is an ETF? Clark.com
    • INVESTOPEDIA - Mutual Funds / Index Funds / ETFs
    • Medicare Medical Savings Account (MSA) Plans
    • Health Insurers Must Streamline Prior Authorization Decisions, New Rule Says - The WSJ
    • Businesses Are Making Me Pay the Credit Card Processing Fee. Should I Pay Another Way?


    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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    01.29.24 Earn More On Your Savings / The Return Of Customer Service Jan 29, 2024
    Show notes

    If you’re doing the work of saving, how much interest are you earning? Some banks pay next to zero. Clark has an assignment for you. Also, Clark celebrates a “trendlet” he hopes will become a full fledged trend - actual customer service.

    • Max Return On Savings: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Customer Service Lives: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • WSJ.com: They Thought Their Money Was in High-Interest Accounts—They Got Paid Peanuts
    • 16 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in January 2024
    • How To Open a Roth IRA-
    • How To Buy a House in 9 Steps
    • Brick-and-mortar retail is back, but without the gimmicks
    • IKEA U.S. announces plans to open 4 new-format stores in 2024 & shares FY23 progress
    • What Is Term Life Insurance? / How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
    • Clark.com - Latest Life Insurance
    • Why You Need To Use Your Travel Points Right Now
    • 8 Free Federal and State Tax Filing Services for 2024
    • When Should You Get an Accountant To Do Your Taxes?


    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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    01.26.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Sam’s Club Innovates Check-Out Jan 26, 2024
    Show notes

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - Costco vs Sam’s and how Sam’s Club is using tech to make the customer experience easier.

    • Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
    • Sam’s Club Scan & Go: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • 401(k) Match: What Is It, How It Works
    • Here’s why electric cars don’t go as far in the cold
    • EVs work fine in the cold in Norway. Here’s how they do it
    • The housing solution ‘hidden in plain sight’ that Maryland and Mississippi are embracing
    • How Do I Find Out the Exact Discount for Bundling Home and Auto Insurance?
    • The Best International Phone Plans
    • Is My Phone Unlocked? Here’s How To Know – iPhone and Android
    • BringFido: Pet Friendly Hotels & Dog Travel Directory
    • 7 Things To Know About Costco Pharmacy
    • Clark Says These Streaming Changes Are Top Money-Saving Moves in 2024
    • Costco crackdown of membership sharing reaches next level
    • The US Sun: ‘Catch up,’ Costco shopper tells store after rival Sam’s Club makes customers’ lives easier with receipt check change.
    • Sam’s Club Scan And Go / NYTimes: At Sam’s Club, a Human Will No Longer Check Your Receipt at the Door
    • Clark Deals - TVs


    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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    01.25.24 Protect Your Vehicle: New Cam Tech / 2024 Job Market Update Jan 25, 2024
    Show notes

    While other crime is down post-pandemic, vehicle vandalism & theft rises. Clark discusses the great value of vehicle sentry cameras for prevention and recording of vehicle accidents and crimes. Also today - Alarmist headlines of layoffs and AI killing jobs don’t give you the full picture. Clark lends perspective on the nature of employment historically involving change, and the job growth happening now.

    • Vehicle Sentry Devices: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Where The Jobs Are: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • This go-to tech gadget is like the Ring camera - but for your cargo bed - USA TODAY
    • An Easy Way To Protect Your Truck From Theft
    • Is AppleCare+ worth buying for your new Apple device?
    • Clark Deals - Tablets
    • Best Budgeting Apps in 2024: Our Top 5
    • Axios: Job market surprise: Construction employment is booming
    • Remote Workers Are Losing Out on Promotions - The Wall Street Journal.
    • HELOC Calculator - Clark Howard
    • Can I Use a Target Date Retirement Fund for Intermediate Savings?
    • What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work?


    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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    01.24.24 Check Theft Skyrockets / Homeowners Insurance: Know Before You Buy Jan 24, 2024
    Show notes

    Today, a Red Alert if you have a checkbook in your possession. Check theft is soaring at a time when people are writing fewer checks. Clark explains the weak links in the system, and the safest way to pay your bills. Also, the rising costs of homeowners insurance hits especially hard in areas prone to flooding, fires, and other environmental concerns. Know the additional steps to take concerning insurance BEFORE you buy a home.

    • Check Fraud Prevention: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Homeowners Insurance - Assessing Risk: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • NYTimes: We Can’t Stop Writing Paper Checks. Thieves Love That.
    • NYTimes: Stolen Checks Are for Sale Online. We Called Some of the Victims.
    • The New York Times: What to Know About Writing Checks While Preventing Fraud
    • How To Roll Over a 529 Plan to a Roth IRA
    • The Artist's Way
    • Where to Buy a Vacation Home Safe From Climate Risks
    • Want to know if your future home might flood? These states are requiring disclosure.
    • Climate Check - How Will Climate Change Affect Your Property?
    • Donor-Advised Fund Definition, Sponsors, Pros & Cons, Example
    • Why Big Banks Are a Bad Place for Your Cash
    • How To Sell, Cancel or Get Rid of Your Timeshare
    • Why 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Worries Clark Howard


    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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    01.23.24 QR Codes: A Tech Security Warning / Save On Cell Service Abroad Jan 23, 2024
    Show notes

    QR Codes have become fertile ground for criminals to load viruses and steal from you. Know how to avoid this now prevalent hazard. Also today, the big cell phone companies have made it incredibly expensive to use your phone when traveling outside the U.S. Hear Clark’s latest advice on how to handle this.

    • QR Code Warning: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • International Calling: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • NYTimes.com: That QR Code You’re About to Scan Could Be Risky, F.T.C. Warns
    • How QR codes work and what makes them dangerous – a computer scientist explains — The Conversation
    • Scammers hide harmful links in QR codes to steal your information
    • Is Temu Legit? 4 Things To Know
    • Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips
    • How To Monitor Your Credit
    • Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRIPs) - Stocks - Investopedia
    • How to Make a Disposable Razor Last 12 Months
    • NYT - Come Home With Memories, Not a Shocking Phone Bill
    • The Best International Phone Plans
    • Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy
    • InsureMyTrip Review: Why We Like It and How to Use It
    • Cancel for Any Reason Trip Insurance: Should You Buy It?
    • What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work?


    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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    01.22.24 Pricing Comparison Of The Retail Giants / Home & Auto Insurance Jan 22, 2024
    Show notes

    Clark shares insights on how to Spend Less from a recent price study comparing behemoth retailers. Later - home and auto insurance is becoming more expensive and increasingly hard to purchase. How to be proactive vs reactive.

    • Retail Giant Price Comparison: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Home & Auto Insurance Increases: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Amazon vs Walmart: Who Has the Cheapest Grocery Prices?
    • The One and Only Exception to Clark Howard's 'No Gift Card' Rule
    • Financial Fasting Can Trim the Fat From Your Spending
    • The WSJ - Buying Home and Auto Insurance Is Becoming Impossible
    • Best Auto Insurance Companies and Some of the Worst: December 2023
    • Why You Need To Re-Shop Your Car Insurance Right Now
    • How to Shop for Lower Car Insurance
    • How To Open a Roth IRA
    • Acorns Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons
    • 6 Things To Know Before You Sign Up for Tracfone Wireless
    • Visible Deal: Unlimited Service for $20 Monthly for Two Years
    • Best Cell Phone Plans in 2024: The Cheapest Plan for Every Need


    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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    01.19.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Food & Retail App Payments Jan 19, 2024
    Show notes

    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - do you use apps to get points & free items at restaurants? Are there app tricks going on to get us to spend more money? A current lawsuit calls this into question - but the real issue is larger. What to know about app stored payment systems.

    • Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
    • Restaurant & Retail In-App Payments: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Clark Howard's Simple Steps To Get Better Customer Service
    • When Is the Best Day and Time To Call Customer Service?
    • Clark's take: Why everyone should have a dash cam
    • Clark Deals - Dashcams
    • What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It?
    • How to clean a washing machine and how often to do it
    • Travel Archives - Clark Howard / Travel Archives - Clark Deals
    • Ask Clark: What Is a Backdoor Roth IRA?
    • A new complaint claims Starbucks’ app traps customers in a cycle of spending
    • 10 Best Restaurant Apps for Fast Food Deals
    • 16 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in January 2024
    • What Is a SEP IRA and Who Is Eligible?
    • What Is a Solo 401(k) and How Does It Work?


    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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    01.18.24 Gen X Retirement Challenges / Home Building Solutions Jan 18, 2024
    Show notes

    Generation X in particular has faced unique challenges preparing for retirement. Clark talks about the factors involved and what this age group can do as they near their 60’s and beyond. Also today, in some states, housing prices have gone up 50% in the last 5 years. One solution Clark loves - composite, factory-built manufactured home building, is gaining traction in some places, but uptake will require cultural shifts.

    • Gen X Retirement: Segment 1
    • Ask Clark: Segment 2
    • Manufactured Homes: Segment 3
    • Ask Clark: Segment 4


    Mentioned on the show:

    • Gen Xers Ask: ‘Can I Afford to Retire?’
    • PEW Research - Older Workers Are Growing in Number and Earning Higher Wages
    • ‘Flextirement’ is the future of work
    • Parents Are Spending Retirement Savings to Help Boomerang Children:
    • FCC Affordable Connectivity Program
    • Clark.com CAR RENTAL
    • The housing solution ‘hidden in plain sight’ that Maryland and Mississippi are embracing
    • Everything You Need To Know About Polybutylene Pipes
    • How to Get a Mortgage in 8 Steps


    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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