Full Show: Are You Overpaying for Internet? and Clark’s News on Junk Fees | Clark Howard Video
Tired of expensive internet? According to a recent report, our internet bills are likely up more than $200 this year. Clark reveals how to escape the "cable monsters" with cheaper options. Also, junk fees are a pest to our wallets when purchasing tickets to events and booking travel. Clark has some good news to share to help you avoid sticker shock.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the June 11, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: link
00:00 - Intro
01:54 - Are You Overpaying for Internet?
06:48 - Ask Clark - Is it smarter to pause retirement contributions to pay off a mortgage faster? Jeff and his wife have $1.6 million saved and are putting $2,000/month toward their 4.75% mortgage. Are they on the right track as they near retirement? (Jeff in Nebraska)
09:13 - Ask Clark - Drew wants to invest $15,000–$20,000 into a new motor for his dad’s fishing boat—which is still titled solely in his dad’s name. What’s the best way to co-own and insure the boat to avoid complications down the road? (Drew in Alabama)
10:40 - Ask Clark - What’s the deal with velocity banking? Kimberly keeps seeing videos online touting it as a debt payoff miracle. Is it too good to be true—or is there some merit to the method? (Kimberly in Virginia)
14:36 - Clark’s News on Junk Fees
19:16 - Ask Clark - Mike’s U.S. carry-on bag got him hit with extra fees in Europe. What’s Clark’s recommendation for a carry-on that meets stricter European airline size standards? (Mike in Georgia)
24:04 - Ask Clark -Martha is planning a 40th anniversary trip to Kauai in 2026 and wants to use Alaska Airlines miles for the flights. Should she book as soon as seats open, or wait for a better redemption deal? And what’s the best way to score a first-class upgrade using miles? (Martha in Oregon)
27:21 - Ask Clark - Rhonda has been contributing to a traditional 403(b) for 23 years and now wants to switch to Roth. Is there a way to transition slowly without taking a big tax hit—and what’s the smartest way to approach it? (Rhonda in Texas)
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