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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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06.19.24 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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06.13.24 A Warning For Entrepreneurs / Airport Security - New TSA Screening Tech
Clark is a champion of entrepreneurship. Unfortunately, there are many multilevel marketing companies designed to make you think you’re really starting a business, when in actuality you are sinking your money into a hole. Also today - it’s officially summer travel season. What you see at airport security may surprise you.
Beware MLMs: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Airport Security Lines: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Why Americans keep getting roped into multilevel marketing schemes
What Is Long-Term Care Insurance Cost & Coverage
How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft
TSA PreCheck® vs. Global Entry vs. CLEAR: Which Is Best for You?
Will TSA's New Self-Screening Service Save You Time At The Airport?
TSA unveils first self-screening security lane at Las Vegas airport
TSA unveils a prototype self-service airport checkpoint security screening system
How Should I Handle Car Insurance for My Teenage Driver?
What Are Index Funds? / What Is an ETF?
3 Places You Should Never Invest Your Money
Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024
Should I Invest a Lump Sum at Once or Through Dollar-Cost Averaging?
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06.12.24 Money Well Spent / Housing Market Update
Today, Clark encourages you to spend on something of vital importance, because ultimately, it will help you SAVE MORE. Also today - There’s a shift taking place in the housing market. Clark provides an update.
Investing In Health: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Housing Market Update: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Your level of physical activity could be a vital sign
15 of the Best Free Workout And Fitness Apps
Follow the 'Minute Rule' to make exercise a daily habit
[What Is Service Line Insurance and Do I Need It? (Clark.com)]
4 Insurance Policies You Actually Need (and 6 You Don't)
Housing market inventory is shifting. Here's what the data shows
Betterment vs. Wealthfront: Which Robo-Advisor Is Best for You?
Betterment Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons
Wealthfront Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons
5 Best Robo-Advisors in 2024 / Best Financial Advisors in 2024
Fidelity Personalized Planning & Advice Review
Comparing Hybrid Financial Advisors: Vanguard vs. Schwab vs. Fidelity
How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps // How To Buy a Used Car
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