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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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06.26.24 Successful Small Businesses ACE Competition / Save On Amazon Devices
Smaller retailers being beaten by Goliath big box stores is an ongoing concern. Clark discusses a notable exception and their secret to success. Also, if you’ve purchased Amazon’s electronics brands over the years, Clark has a money saving tip to keep in mind.
Small Business Success: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Save On Amazon Electronics: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
How Ace Hardware, America’s neighborhood hardware store for 100 years, is beating its big-box rivals
How to Deal With Medical Debt
Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills?
De Beers Will Quit Growing Diamonds for Jewelry | National Jeweler
7 Places to Get the Best Deals on Lab-Created Diamonds
Key Savvy EV Credit
Buy a lot of Amazon gadgets? You could get 20% off each time
Clark Deals - TABLETS
Best Budgeting Apps in 2024: Our Top 5
Have a CD Maturing Soon? How Letting It Roll Over Could Really Cost You
Are Airline Miles Worth It?
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06.25.24 Shop Mortgage Lenders / What To Know About Shein & Temu
Today, Clark talks about how much you can save by shopping mortgage rates. The difference can mean a savings of 6 figures over the life of a loan. Later - how do Shein and Temu keep their items so cheap?
Comparison Shop Mortgages: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Shein & Temu: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
New York Post: 5 states where homebuyers could save more than $100K by comparison shopping for a mortgage
How to Get a Mortgage in 8 Steps
[How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor (Clark.com)
Advice Only Network / Flat Fee Advisors]
What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It?
No-tariff shipments popular with Shein, Temu hit US customs speedbump
Is Temu Legit? 4 Things To Know
9 Things You Should Always Buy Used
Stitch Fix Review: 4 Things To Know Before Signing Up
9 tricks to slash spending on clothes
How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps / How To Buy a Used Car
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06.24.24 Clark’s Fix For Social Security / Student Loan Rates & Alternatives
Clark explains the problems with Social Security funding, and how he would fix them. Another heated topic today - student loans. As interest rates on loans rise, Clark shares alternative ideas for funding college.
Social Security: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Student Loan Rates: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Social Security’s Funding Crunch Worsens as the Top 6% Get Richer
Will Social Security Run Out? / When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security?
Why Clark Says Everyone Should Have a Dash Cam
Is Medical Tourism Right for You? (Clark.com)
Top 7 Things to Look for When Choosing a Medical Tourism Facilitator
What Is a 1031 Exchange? Know the Rules - Investopedia
NYTimes: Interest on Federal Student Loans Is Rising to 6.53%-Education Dept. announces highest federal student loan interest rate in more than a decade
Brands from Burger King to Coke to Lockheed Martin are leaning in on scholarships to capture Gen Z
How to find an internship in the federal government / Education Archives - Clark Howard
What Is Mean Reversion, and How Do Investors Use It?
Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Program
Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know (Clark.com)
Should I Buy Additional Insurance From a Rental Car Company?
The Hospital Mistakenly Charged Me $25,000 for a Rabies Shot. What Do I Do?
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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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