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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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06.21.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Back To Basics: Home Renovations
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Later - home renovations have slowed way down, and suddenly it isn’t taking as long to hire a contractor. So when does it make sense to renovate?
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Home Renovations: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle?
Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)?
Best Travel Credit Cards: Top Rewards Picks for 2024
5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room
The Points Guy - Maximize your travel.
uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service
Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Spending on home renovations slows, but high remodeling costs mean little relief in sight for buyers
The Only Reason You Should Make an Improvement to Your Home
6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor
Here's How Long Your Home Appliances Should Last
Should I Turn To Costco for a Home Renovation Project?
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06.20.24 Clark’s Birthday & Health Update / Safest Vehicles For Teen Drivers
Today - Clark’s Birthday, presents an opportunity to update his health journey and share recommendations from the Prostate Cancer Foundation during Men’s Health Month. Also, a top concern is the safety of our teen drivers. There’s a great new collaborative list of the most reliable used cars under $10,000 for teens to drive.
Clark’s Birthday & Cancer Update: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Safest Cars For Teens: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Clark Howard and the Prostate Cancer Foundation
ETIAS - travel to Europe - European Union
BBB-File a Complaint
The safest used cars for teen drivers
CR - Safe Vehicles For Teens
Are Money Market Accounts As Safe as High-Yield Savings Accounts?
ICS® & CDARS
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06.19.24 Longevity Considerations / Power Grid Blackouts
There’s a lot of talk about living to 100 and beyond these days. Longevity science is a big business, but along with living longer, we need to ensure our financial security. Also, get Clark’s take on recent reports concerning potential lengthy power blackouts.
Health & Financial Longevity: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Power Grid Blackouts: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Blue Zones: A Blueprint for Adapting Health and Financial Security into Longevity
The booming business of eternal youth
Vanguard Review: Pros & Cons
How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations
What's the Best Way To Donate to a Charity?
Cheap Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price
[The Washington Post] Where heat waves might cause blackouts: Look up your area
This Boston startup created renewable energy storage that’s 10 times cheaper than lithium-ion batteries
8 Things To Know Before You Fly Frontier Airlines
Stacked vs. Unstacked Auto Insurance: 2024 Guide
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06.18.24 Auto Theft Prevention / Work From Home Job Scams
Today - auto theft is a huge problem around the country, and thieves have figured out a way to duplicate your car keys by intercepting the signal, often from outside your home. Clark shares a cheap easy way to help prevent this. Also, key warnings if you’re looking for a remote job, as unfortunately we’re hearing from a lot of job seekers who’ve been ripped off by employment-related scams.
Prevent Car Theft: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Remote Job Scams: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How to protect your keyless car from theft
Search: Key Fob Pouch Protectors
How To Find Cheap Flights in 3 Easy Steps
Using Cellular Data Internationally: Buying a Local SIM Card
5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room
How To Plan a Trip: Clark’s Best Travel Tips To Save Money
Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment
How To Open a Roth IRA
Watch for these red flags when searching remote job listings
If you're out of work, don't fall for a phony job offer
Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
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06.17.24 HOMEOWNERS: Title Fraud Prevention / Are You Underinsured?
The recent fraud attempt against Graceland has reignited concerns about title fraud. Clark shares 3 ways to protect against the rare but heinous crime of property theft. Also, we’ve talked a lot about the rising cost of homeowner’s insurance, but the biggest problem many of us face is being underinsured.
Guard Against Title Fraud: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Adequate Home Insurance: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Scammers Tried to Sell Graceland. How to Prevent Your Home From Being Next.
Home Title Lock: Is It the Same As Home Title Insurance? (Clark.com)
What Is Owner’s Title Insurance and Do You Need It? (Clark.com)
How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service
Can YouMail Really Put an End to Robocalls?
[The Washington Post] Home insurance was once a ‘must.’ Now more homeowners are going without.
Best And Worst Homeowners Insurance Companies (Clark.com)
9 Ways To Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums (Clark.com)
Dept. of Energy - HEAT PUMPS
How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps
Clark Howard's Advice on Buying Gold
Should You Buy Gold at Costco?
Clark.com - Invest & Retire
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06.14.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Invest & Retire: Time Is Money
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, only around 52% of employees with retirement plans offered through their employer are contributing. Clark shares statistics that will encourage workers to start saving asap for retirement.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
SAVING - The Sooner The Better: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How To Save Money on Utilities
8 Tips for Staying Cool Without Heating Up Your Energy Bill
12 Things You Never Knew You Could Get From Your Local Library
Kaizen: Understanding the Japanese Business Philosophy
The Earlier You Take Advantage of Your 401(k), the Better
401(k) Calculator With Match
Clark.com - INVEST & RETIRE
Retailers use police-like investigation centers to fight theft. Shoppers pay the price
How to Advocate for Yourself at the Dentist
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