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08.12.24 Big Bank Bonus Offers / Price War! Big Box Retailers
There are a lot of bonus offers coming from big banks right now, trying to capture multiple lines of your business. Should you go for it? Depends. Cl…
Clark Howard
08/12/2024
08.09.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / A Dangerous Form Of Payment
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, Target has announced it w…
Clark Howard
08/09/2024
08.08.24 Auto Insurance Backlash / When There’s No Fiduciary: A Tragic Tale
We’ve talked a lot recently about rising insurance rates. The car insurance industry is facing some backlash now, as consumers explore their options.…
Clark Howard
08/08/2024
08.07.24 When Schools Ban Cell Phones / Restaurants Want You Back
Recently there has been backlash about the use of phones by teenagers, especially at schools. Some districts and states are doing something about it.…
Clark Howard
08/07/2024
08.06.24 Gen X Retirement / Tax Wisdom For Contract Workers
New statistics showing average 401K balances by generation reveal a trouble spot. Clark focuses on Gen X. Also, if you or someone you know does contr…
Clark Howard
08/06/2024
08.05.24 CLARKONOMICS: The Job Market / Look Out For Incorrect Pricing
Today, Clarkonomics with an overview of the current job market and how to be prepared. Also - Incorrect pricing has been plaguing consumers alongside…
Clark Howard
08/05/2024
08.02.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Warning: Unsolicited Offers To Buy Your P…
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, many homeowners continue to rec…
Clark Howard
08/02/2024
08.01.24 Gratitude And Longevity / Beware Of Home Improvement Rip-Offs
We’re starting out August with some great news - there is something you can do for free that may help you live longer, and happier. Also - unhappy ne…
Clark Howard
08/01/2024
07.31.24 Avoid Getting Ripped Off! How To Buy Alarm Systems And Eyeglasses
In today’s show - more Americans are installing alarm systems to help them not only feel safe from crime, but also for protection in a fire. The alar…
Clark Howard
07/31/2024
07.30.24 UPDATE: Savings Rates & CD Strategies / Amazon’s Discount Initiative
Inflation has curved downward affecting interest rates, presenting challenges for savers. There are great differences between financial institutions …
Clark Howard
07/30/2024
07.29.24 Re-shop Travel Bookings / The Greatest Financial Threat We Face
Today, Clark explains how, with the economy in slower gear, it is more important than ever to re-shop travel. The savings can be significant. Also- a…
Clark Howard
07/29/2024
07.26.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Free Music Online
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, are you paying too much f…
Clark Howard
07/26/2024
07.25.24 INVESTMENT WARNING: Private Placements / When Is A Bank NOT A Bank?
Be aware, falling for this hotly touted investment pitch can burn your wallet - What to know about Private Placements. Also, when is a bank not a ban…
Clark Howard
07/25/2024
07.24.24 CrowdStrike Wake-Up Call / Dealing With Credit Card Debt
Semper Paratus! Clark discusses the CrowdStrike outage and what you can do to prepare for any future tech outages. Also - Even as the economy strengt…
Clark Howard
07/24/2024
07.23.24 Dangerous Mortgages / SAVE MORE on Back To School Goods
Some home buyers are using mortgage products to make houses more affordable, but these types of mortgages can be very dangerous to your wallet. Also,…
Clark Howard
07/23/2024
07.22.24 Warehouse Club Changes / Power Outage Preparation
Changes are happening at 2 of Clark’s favorites retailers, Costco & Sam’s Club, that members need to know about. Also, Clark talks about why there ar…
Clark Howard
07/22/2024
07.19.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Scams Targeting Seniors Skyrocket
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - Seniors are getting scam…
Clark Howard
07/19/2024
07.18.24 Clarkonomics: A Straightforward Look At The Economy / Paying With Cash
In today’s show - this is an election year, and we don’t do politics here. But we’re hearing all sorts of perspectives from across the political spec…
Clark Howard
07/18/2024
07.17.24 UPDATE: The Vehicle Market / Long Term Renting & Your Financial Future
Today Clark talks about our two biggest cost areas -transportation and housing. There’s good news - and bad, depending on whether you’re looking to b…
Clark Howard
07/17/2024
07.16.24 Customer No-Service - A New Low / Preventing Tax ID Theft
Today - Clark discusses what’s behind the collapse in customer service over the past 2 years and how savvy companies can distinguish themselves. Also…
Clark Howard
07/16/2024