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The Clark Howard Podcast — Business
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.

Copyright: Copyright © 2023 Clark Howard Inc. All rights reserved.

Latest Episodes:

01.03.24 Roth IRA Limits For 2024 / Used Electric Cars Jan 03, 2024

Show notes

Clark shares good news about his favorite type of retirement account. Also in today’s show, advice for used car buyers includes new tax incentives that just went into effect.

New Roth IRA Limits: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
The Used EV Tax Credit: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Clark.com resources

Episode transcripts
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01.02.24 SAVE MORE in 24 on Cell Phone Service / Payment App Tax Update Jan 02, 2024

Show notes

We’re back and ready to talk about how you can save more, spend less, and avoid rip-offs in 2024! Up first - your cell phone bill! Cell phone rates are going up at twice the rate of inflation because we’ve gone from 4 national providers to 3. Clark has ways to help you SAVE. Also, know what to expect this year if you’ve been worried about paying tax bills on money received through Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, or other payment services.

Save On Cell Phone Service: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Payment App Tax Rule: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

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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12.29.23 BEST OF: Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Carrying Credit Card Debt Dec 29, 2023

Show notes

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 2nd.

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Later, 20% of credit card users have heavy revolving debt, accounting for ¾ of the money banks make from cards. Few such users know their debt amount or interest rate, an oversight banks have exploited. If you’re carrying credit card debt, Clark has an assignment that could help you achieve being debt FREE.

Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Credit Card Debt: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

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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12.28.23 BEST OF: The Return Of Smaller Homes / Smart Choices For Higher Education Dec 28, 2023

Show notes

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 2nd.

Clark explains the forces behind a reversal in home building trends, bringing more affordable homes to the housing market. Also today: New data shows the net cost of attending college is moderating. Clark discusses cost factors to consider when choosing a college and most importantly - a course of study and skill set. Is prestige worth the price, or is it better to hold the cost and borrowing down? Plus, a NEVER NEVER rule on student loans.

Back To Smaller Homes: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
College Major and School Choice Decisions: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

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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12.27.23 BEST OF: Scam Hit List / Heavy Lift: Renting A Storage Unit Dec 27, 2023

Show notes

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 2nd.

Amount lost to only the scams reported last year: $9 Billion. Clark runs down an alarming list of current cons, and what they all have in common. Also today, Clark updates his journey renting storage, with new insights on what renters of storage units need to know.

Scam-a-rama Line Up: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Renting Storage: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

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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12.26.23 BEST OF: Back To School For Seniors / Renting To Own A Home Dec 26, 2023

Show notes

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 2nd.

Word to seniors - A new trend is serving the lifelong learning ethos which may make sense for you and greatly enhance retirement. Also, the increased challenges of homebuying have led to the resurgence of renting to own a home. Clark discusses the opportunity and hazard of these contracts.

Retirees Return To College: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Rent-To-Own Home Contracts: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

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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12.25.23 BEST OF: The Credit Card Surcharge War / The Man From ROTH Dec 25, 2023

Show notes

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 2nd.

Credit cards are a massive expense for businesses. The U.S. has the highest merchant fees in the world, so many merchants pass on the expense to customers. Clark tells you how Visa is fighting back, and what this all means for both merchants and consumers. Also today, Clark - aka The Man From Roth - shares the considerable merits of the ROTH versions of 401(k)s and IRAs. Roths are the superior choice, yet - underutilized.

Credit Card Surcharge Decisions : Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Roth Power: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

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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12.22.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / What To Know About Hybrid Vehicles Dec 22, 2023

Show notes

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, Clark explains the hybrid vehicle advantage and the difference between plug-in and regular hybrids.

Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Hybrids 101: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Clark.com resources

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

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12.21.23 Supporting Adult Kids / Taking Security Warnings Seriously Dec 21, 2023

Show notes

Do you financially support your adult kids? This is a tough area. Clark shares some surprising statistics and offers some guidelines for parents. Also in this episode, do you pay attention to security warnings including data breaches, scams & digital vulnerabilities? Clark discusses what it takes for us to actually take security alerts seriously and act to protect our accounts.

Funding Your Adult Kids: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Security Warnings: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

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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12.20.23 Borrowing From Retirement Accounts / Apple To Android Texting Dec 20, 2023

Show notes

New stats reveal many Americans are tapping retirement accounts for cash shortfalls. There are safety valves that allow access to these funds pre-retirement but doing so erodes future wealth. Clark discusses where to draw the line when faced with this dilemma. Also today, positive changes from Apple include a texting fix that’s long overdue.

Borrowing From Retirement Accounts: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Apple’s Texting Fix: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

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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