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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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06.03.24 Managing Travel Rewards / Smart Shopping Carts - A Review
Using reward points for summer airfare and hotels has been a great way to save over the years, but operators have long been devaluing these programs, and are limiting how you can earn those points. Know how to better manage the moving targets that are today’s variable travel rewards. Also, a special guest: Our man Anthony visited Manhattan’s Fairway Market, and reports on the latest version of cashier-less tech - the automated shopping cart.
Travel Loyalty Points: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Smart Shopping Carts: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
American Airlines No Longer Awards Miles On Most Third Party Bookings - View from the Wing
NYTimes.com: To Protect Your Miles, Be Careful How You Book
Find Best Flight Deals With Free American Express Tool Point.me
Why Our Travel Expert Thinks This New Tool Is a “Game Changer”
How To Open a Roth IRA
How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
10 Ways To Save Money on Car Insurance
[NY Post] Future of shopping: Instacart debuts AI-driven 'smart carts' to NYC retailers
No more 'just walk out' at Amazon grocery stores. The new bet is smart shopping carts
Amazon’s cashier-less technology was to revolutionize grocery shopping. It’s been a flop
Amazon Ditches "Just Walk Out" Checkouts at Its Grocery Stores
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05.31.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Back To Basics: Life Insurance
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, something many of us need but generally ignore is life insurance. Clark helps you take it off the back burner and take care of business, with info on how much you need and how to buy it.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Life Insurance 101: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards
How Do I Use All the Funds on My Virtual Gift Card?
The One and Only Exception to Clark Howard's 'No Gift Card' Rule
Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy
Mint Mobile Review: 6 Things To Know Before You Sign Up
3 Things To Know About Amazon Pharmacy Before You Sign Up
Why It's Still Better To Fill Prescriptions at Costco Than Amazon
10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs
How Much Life Insurance Do I Need? - Clark.com
Best Term Life Insurance Companies, Plans & Coverage
Life Insurance Archives - Clark Howard
Quotacy: Quote, compare and buy life insurance online
Vacations To Go: Can You Find Bargain Cruises?
Costco Travel: 5 Things To Know Before You Book
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05.30.24 The Magic Number For Retirement / Investing: A Cautionary Tale
How do we determine our “magic number” - the amount we need to retire? Clark weighs in on the debate about how much it takes to be financially secure, and how to start and keep making progress. Also today -private placements, hedge funds, limited partnerships, private equity - beware of this type of non-traditional investment “opportunity”. Even when they’re legit, there’s no liquidity, and extremely high expenses. It pays to know why you need to avoid investing with anyone who is not a fiduciary.
How Much Do You Need To Retire?: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Risky Investment Pitches: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
The “Magic Number” Needed to Retire Comfortably Is More Than You Think
Americans Believe They Will Need $1.46 Million to Retire Comfortably According to Northwestern Mutual 2024 Planning & Progress Study - Apr 2, 2024
Retirement crisis looms as Americans struggle to save
How to Start Investing: 10 Steps (Clark.com)
How To Save Money: Spend Less & Build Your Savings
Warning: Here’s What Those Debt Settlement Companies Don’t Tell You
Clark Howard's 2024 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy
6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
How To Open a Roth IRA
The AJC: Atlanta hedge fund manager charged in $10M fraud scheme
Best Financial Advisors in 2024
Should You Make Your Child an Authorized User on Your Credit Card?
Best Credit Cards for Students: Top Picks for 2024
Travel Archives - Clark Howard
4 Ways To Get Your Free Credit Score
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05.29.24 Update: Big Bank Savings Rates / Small Business Loan Warning
Clark discusses the big bank response to higher savings rates and spells out your options to make the most of your savings. Also today - small business owners are stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to borrowing money. Beware “quick” loans. Clark has a better way.
Maximize Your Savings Rate: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Legal Loan Sharks Plague Small Business: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Banks pay savers more as ‘higher-for-longer’ rates hit interest income
Clark.com - Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts
Montway Auto Transport: Top-Rated Auto Transport Company
uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service
Facebook Marketplace Scams: Everything You Need to Know
Small businesses are still struggling to get financing, a year after bank failures
Best Small Business Credit Cards: Top Picks for 2024 (Clark.com)
Best Cash Back Credit Cards With No Annual Fee in 2024
Best 2% Cash Back Credit Cards: 8 Options in 2024
Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards
Amazon “Prime Visa” Card Review: 5% Back for Amazon Prime Members
How To Get the Best Price Possible Shopping Online
Clark Deals - Today's Best Deals of the Day
How To Spot a Fake Online Store in 6 Easy Steps
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05.28.24 Continuity Of Healthcare / Arrival: Self-Driving Trucks
Today - you may have heard that Walmart is closing its health centers. With the failure of this healthcare option, along with the state of the clinic attempts made by Walgreens & CVS, there’s an important healthcare takeaway to be prepared for. Also, are you ready to see a driverless tractor-trailer on the road? Are they safe?
Your Primary Care Physician: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Autonomous 18 Wheelers: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
NYTimes: Walmart Is Shutting Health Centers After Plan to Expand
Walmart to close its 51 health centers, virtual care service
Walmart says it will close its 51 health centers and virtual care service
My Neighbor’s Dead Tree Is About To Fall on My House. What Do I Do?
Can I Trust the FDIC’s Recommendations on Getting Insured for More Than $250,000 at a Single Bank?
Why Are Retailers Adding an Additional $1 Charge on My Credit Card?
How Many Bank Accounts Should You Have? - Clark Howard
Self-driving trucks are ready to roll
Want To Guard Your Privacy Online? Search the Web With DuckDuckGo
DuckDuckGo - Get Email Protection: More Privacy, Same Inbox
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05.24.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Paying For Adult Children
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, we’ve talked about the cost of college, and how it can hamper parents saving for their own retirement. But what about supporting adult children post-college age? Clark shares some concerning stats. What’s your take? We have a popular thread on our free Clark.com Community on this topic, linked here and we invite you to share thoughts on financially supporting adult children.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Paying For Adult Children: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Streaming TV - Clark.com
Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle?
How to Get Your Kids to Step Off the Gravy Train
60% of Parents Pay Bills For Adult Children. Do You?
When it’s time to financially cut off your adult children
Clark.com Community - What is the appropriate age to wean your child off your financial support? And how much money should you give an adult child if any?
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