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02.24.23  Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks  -  Special Edition

02.24.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks - Special Edition

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  And today, that goes double. It’s an…

02.23.23  Retail Mind Games  /  “Annuity” Is A Cuss Word

02.23.23 Retail Mind Games / “Annuity” Is A Cuss Word

Retailers are using more and more psychological tactics to get you to buy. Know the tricks of the trade to not get played - and avoid impulsive spend…

02.22.23  Why & How To Shop Auto Insurance  /  Work Ethic: Should Teens Have Jobs?

02.22.23 Why & How To Shop Auto Insurance / Work Ethic: Should Teens Have Jobs?

Auto insurance has increased significantly in the past 3 years. Clark covers the cost pressures - that vary per insurer - affecting your rates. This …

02.21.23  Medical Bills And The No Surprises Act  /  Starting Your Emergency Fund

02.21.23 Medical Bills And The No Surprises Act / Starting Your Emergency Fund

The No Surprises Act became law last year to eliminate surprise medical billing, but most people don’t know what it is and what their rights are unde…

02.20.23  Increased Fraud Requires Vigilance  /  HOTELS: What To Check Out Before Check In

02.20.23 Increased Fraud Requires Vigilance / HOTELS: What To Check Out Before Check In

One major key to financial freedom is avoiding ruinous fraud. Recent reporting shows ponzi schemes up 70% over the year, so it’s vital to be aware of…

02.17.23   Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks  /  Credit Report Inquiries & Scores

02.17.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Credit Report Inquiries & Scores

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Clark explains the difference b…

02.16.23  Speculation Vs Real Investing  /  Beware Fake Shopping Sites

02.16.23 Speculation Vs Real Investing / Beware Fake Shopping Sites

Many took the wrong lesson from the speculative fever of 2020-21. As meme stock & crypto frenzy stoked message boards, people drove values up, and ma…

02.15.23    Affordable Housing Rethink  /   Retail Pricing: Shopping Strategy

02.15.23 Affordable Housing Rethink / Retail Pricing: Shopping Strategy

Addressing the severe lack of affordable housing requires creativity and change around zoning, construction and serving seniors. Clark reports on som…

02.14.23  Gift Card Warning  /  Save On Cruises

02.14.23 Gift Card Warning / Save On Cruises

Got gift cards? Whether from individuals or employers, they’re a real target for fraudsters. If you received some over the holidays you still have - …

02.13.23  Go Get Higher Savings Yields  /  Your Continuity Of Healthcare

02.13.23 Go Get Higher Savings Yields / Your Continuity Of Healthcare

Clark recently talked about getting the best rate on your savings through online banks and credit unions. Today, he follows up with what brokerage ho…

02.10.23  Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks  /  The Jobs Report: Clarkonomics & You

02.10.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / The Jobs Report: Clarkonomics & You

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, the latest jobs report has even…

02.09.23  Scam Alert: Fake Parking Tickets  /  This Is The Year To Buy A Mattress

02.09.23 Scam Alert: Fake Parking Tickets / This Is The Year To Buy A Mattress

Clark warns about an old scam now active again - fake parking tickets! Learn who is targeted, how the scam works, and how to verify a parking ticket.…

02.08.23  The Importance Of Neighbors  /  Getting Credit Card Debt Under Control

02.08.23 The Importance Of Neighbors / Getting Credit Card Debt Under Control

Clark waxes poetic on the topic of neighbors. What’s this got to do with money? Plenty. Also in this episode, consumers are borrowing more and credit…

02.07.23  Spend Less on Rx  /  Conducting A Layoff - Being Laid Off

02.07.23 Spend Less on Rx / Conducting A Layoff - Being Laid Off

With some big pharmacies now cutting their hours due to labor shortages, Clark revisits your best options, covering employer Pharmacy Benefits Manage…

02.06.23  SAVE on Valentine Gifts  /  Electric Vehicle Price Cuts

02.06.23 SAVE on Valentine Gifts / Electric Vehicle Price Cuts

Flowers, chocolates, dinner - Clark smart ways to save on Valentine gifts. Plus, our Clark.com audience poll answers the question - How much should y…

02.03.23   Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks  /  Phone Company Settlements

02.03.23 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Phone Company Settlements

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, Clark clears co…

02.02.23  Tax Filing Options: A Clark Guide  /  Maximize Your Savings

02.02.23 Tax Filing Options: A Clark Guide / Maximize Your Savings

Tax season time and documents are rolling in. Hiring a CPA, using Free File, TurboTax… you have filing options. Clark helps you choose the right one …

02.01.23  Early Valentine Warning: Counterfeit Jewelry  /  Retail Theft’s Impact On Consumers

02.01.23 Early Valentine Warning: Counterfeit Jewelry / Retail Theft’s Impact On Consumers

Today Clark covers fakes and thefts. You may be thinking about Valentine gifts now and jewelry is a favorite choice. But before you buy, Clark has a …

01.31.23  401(k) Borrowing & Hardship Withdrawal  /  A Warning For Entrepreneurs

01.31.23 401(k) Borrowing & Hardship Withdrawal / A Warning For Entrepreneurs

Hardship withdrawals from 401(k)s have doubled over the past year. Clark discusses the tax ramifications and offers alternatives. Also, Clark champio…

01.30.23  The Investment Down Cycle  /  Tech Layoffs - Another Door Opens

01.30.23 The Investment Down Cycle / Tech Layoffs - Another Door Opens

Last year was ugly in the stock & bond market - Clark lends perspective on investing cycles and your best approach to investing moving forward. Also …