An 8-year-old accidentally ordered $4,200 worth of lollipops from Amazon! Clark shares this unbelievable story and a crucial reminder for parents who let their kids use their phones. Also, some rental car companies are using AI to scrutinize rental car returns for every tiny scratch! Clark explains this new technology and how you can avoid unfair charges.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 16, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
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00:00 - Intro
00:59 - $4,200 Amazon Mistake
05:29 - Ask Clark - Why doesn’t my FSA use rollover funds first for reimbursements? (Donnie in TX)
07:12 - Ask Clark - Should I leave a high-paying job to pursue my dream career in teaching? (Craig in TX)
12:19 - Ask Clark - Why don’t you mention that Amex and Chase waive travel card fees for military families? (Matt in Nebraska)
13:35 - New Rental Car Ripoff Alert
18:20 - Ask Clark - Hertz charged me $700 for a windshield I have video proof wasn’t damaged—what now? (Sandy in Georgia)
21:14 - Ask Clark - How can I fix a misspelled last name linked to my Chase Sapphire coverage letter? (Michael in Georgia)
23:21 - Ask Clark - Are global walkie talkies a better option for staying connected overseas? (Jeff in South Carolina)
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