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12.28.20 Most reliable used cars; Why you shouldn't buy gift cards right now

12.28.20 Most reliable used cars; Why you shouldn't buy gift cards right now

There's a new list of the most reliable used cars. Clark talks about which makes and models make the most sense for your wallet. Gift cards are ofte…

12.25.20 Parents are clueless about tobacco and e-cig usage; Americans are worried about government tracking

12.25.20 Parents are clueless about tobacco and e-cig usage; Americans are worried about government…

Parents tend to not know when their kids are using tobacco and e-cigarettes. That's not good! Is the government tracking your location? There's evid…

12.24.20 Shopping online vs. shopping in stores; Moving could drastically cut your income

12.24.20 Shopping online vs. shopping in stores; Moving could drastically cut your income

Clark discusses the benefits of each. Curbside pickup is actually the perfect in-between! Many companies are slashing salaries if you move opt to mo…

12.23.20 Comcast imposes data caps; Spying on your kid while they are driving

12.23.20 Comcast imposes data caps; Spying on your kid while they are driving

Clark is not a fan of the new Comcast data caps. He discusses the price you might find yourself paying to the internet giant if you use too much data…

12.22.20 How to tell if clothing was made for a factory outlet; Tough times create better savers

12.22.20 How to tell if clothing was made for a factory outlet; Tough times create better savers

Some items are made specifically for factory outlet stores. And often those items are of inferior quality. Clark gives you the scoop on how to tell w…

12.21.20 Apartment renting in the virtual world; Which banks rank the highest in customer satisfaction?

12.21.20 Apartment renting in the virtual world; Which banks rank the highest in customer satisfact…

Renting an apartment has changed because of Covid. Clark talks about how to rent an apartment - and score a good deal - in the world of virtual visit…

12.18.20 Transitioning to clean energy and EV's; Clark Stinks

12.18.20 Transitioning to clean energy and EV's; Clark Stinks

Clark talks about the transition to clean energy in the United States. It's been difficult on the oil industry and likely will become even more diffi…

12.17.20 Making more as a gig worker; Ditching high-cost mutual funds

12.17.20 Making more as a gig worker; Ditching high-cost mutual funds

Clark talks about which delivery services pay gig workers the best and how gig workers can maximize their income by downloading the Gridwise app. C…

12.16.20 Disney+ raising prices; Rent a timeshare to save on your next vacation

12.16.20 Disney+ raising prices; Rent a timeshare to save on your next vacation

Disney+ is looking to add more content while simultaneously raising prices. If you're a Disney+ subscriber you'll be paying $1 more every month start…

12.15.20 Last minute Christmas deals; How a massive federal data breach impacts you

12.15.20 Last minute Christmas deals; How a massive federal data breach impacts you

Clark talks about some of the best sales happening 10 days ahead of Christmas. He also talks about issues with shipping and getting what you order be…

12.14.20 Healthcare signup deadline; Vaccine scam warning

12.14.20 Healthcare signup deadline; Vaccine scam warning

If you need healthcare in 2021, the deadline to sign up at Healthcare.gov is Tuesday. Clark discusses how to assess the plans on the government's web…

12.11.20 Store credit cards are awful - avoid them; Clark Stinks

12.11.20 Store credit cards are awful - avoid them; Clark Stinks

Store credit cards can be poison for your wallet. Clark tells you the downsides to carrying one and why it isn't a good idea to sign up for most stor…

12.10.20 Don't save for retirement in a savings account; GM opens an electric vehicle plant

12.10.20 Don't save for retirement in a savings account; GM opens an electric vehicle plant

Half of Americans are saving for retirement in a savings account instead of workplace or personal retirement plan. That's not good! GM is making a h…

12.9.20 The IRS has 1 million unprocessed tax returns; Travel insurance may now cover Covid

12.9.20 The IRS has 1 million unprocessed tax returns; Travel insurance may now cover Covid

The IRS has a major backlog of unprocessed tax returns. Many people who filed paper returns are still awaiting a refund. If you are planning to book…

12.8.20 Christmas shipping is getting messy; Covid is changing college in a big way

12.8.20 Christmas shipping is getting messy; Covid is changing college in a big way

There's a shipping logjam and it doesn't bode well for getting the Christmas presents you've ordered at your doorstep on time. Colleges across the c…

12.7.20 Watch out for this Amazon Prime scam; Student loan payment freeze extended

12.7.20 Watch out for this Amazon Prime scam; Student loan payment freeze extended

Scammers are targeting Amazon Prime members specifically in a new scam that scare you into handing over sensitive personal information. There's a li…

12.4.20 Tesla Model S no longer recommended by Consumer Reports; Clark Stinks

12.4.20 Tesla Model S no longer recommended by Consumer Reports; Clark Stinks

Consumer Reports has detailed some of the problems with the Tesla Model S. Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the web and share with Clar…

12.3.20 Does it pay to install solar?; Divvy rent to own homes is expanding

12.3.20 Does it pay to install solar?; Divvy rent to own homes is expanding

A recent article in Wired detailed a solar installation in California. Clark gives his thoughts on whether installing solar at your house makes sense…

12.2.20 Delta to block middle seats through March; State and local government layoffs coming

12.2.20 Delta to block middle seats through March; State and local government layoffs coming

Clark's wife is going to fly on a Delta plane because of the dedication to keeping its customers safe. If you are willing to get on a plane, you migh…

12.1.20 Vetting charities on Giving Tuesday; Vaccine news is causing Americans to spend

12.1.20 Vetting charities on Giving Tuesday; Vaccine news is causing Americans to spend

Clark talks about how to make your generosity go even further by giving to charities that are doing the most good. Vaccine progress has been good ne…