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05.10.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Loyalty Programs: Cost-Benefit Analysis The Clark Howard Podcast

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, how loyalty programs affect price decision making and may have you “competing with yourself”. Clark discusses how these programs work across many industries, and what to keep in mind to get the most from them. 


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Loyalty Programs: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4


Mentioned on the show:

How to Start Investing: 10 Steps for Beginners

Should We Worry About the National Debt and Budget Deficits?

Will Social Security Run Out?

What Is a SEP IRA and Who Is Eligible?

Clark Deals - Hotels


When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security?  /  Social Security When?



18 Ways To Save at Walmart  /  Walmart+ Membership Program: 4 Things To Know


Loyalty programs may limit competition, and they could be pushing prices up for everyone — The Conversation


Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode!
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Episode transcripts

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, how loyalty programs affect price decision making and may have you “competing with yourself”. Clark discusses how these programs work across many industries, and what to keep in mind to get the most from them. 


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Loyalty Programs: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4


Mentioned on the show:

How to Start Investing: 10 Steps for Beginners

Should We Worry About the National Debt and Budget Deficits?

Will Social Security Run Out?

What Is a SEP IRA and Who Is Eligible?

Clark Deals - Hotels


When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security?  /  Social Security When?



18 Ways To Save at Walmart  /  Walmart+ Membership Program: 4 Things To Know


Loyalty programs may limit competition, and they could be pushing prices up for everyone — The Conversation


Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode!
Clark.com resources

Episode transcripts

Community.Clark.com

Clark.com daily money newsletter


Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275


Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices
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