It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, Capital One just agreed to a massive $425 million settlement after being accused of "cheating" customers out of higher interest rates on their savings accounts. But it's not just Capital One! Clark reveals how other major financial institutions like Schwab and Fidelity also offer a confusing array of choices, some paying puny interest and others paying high rates. You work hard for your money – don't let your bank play games with it!
All this and more on the June 27, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
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00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Clark Stinks - Maybe Extended Warranties Deserve a Second Look (Vern)
03:23 - Clark Stinks - Don’t Forget I Bond Tax Benefits (Carl)
04:35 - Clark Stinks - Clark Missed a Step on Savings Bond Conversion (Dan)
05:35 - Clark Stinks - Please Leave Health Advice to the Experts (Ted)
07:08 - Clark Stinks - Private Equity Can Be a Lifeline in Rural Healthcare (Brad)
09:44 - Clark Stinks - Umbrella Insurance Advice Lacked Key Context (Brian)
11:50 - Clark Stinks - Gold & Silver Capital Gains Tax Is Graduated (Rory)
12:36 - Clark Stinks - T-Mobile’s International Data Is Still Unlimited (Eric)
14:29 - Clark Stinks - HSA Tax-Free Claim Isn’t True in Every State (Andrew)
15:12 - Clark Stinks - Name the Company Next Time! (Greg)
17:45 - Capital One's $425M Payout
22:50 - Ask Clark - I met all the requirements for a bank bonus but only received half. After mixed messages and broken promises from Regions Bank, he’s filed a BBB complaint and wants to know next steps to escalate. Where’s My $600 Bonus? (Sandu in Georgia)
24:14 - Ask Clark - Can We Stop This Developer from Tanking Our Neighborhood? A builder is hoarding vacant lots, refusing to build or sell, and listing overpriced homes no one will buy. The HOA is powerless, and neighbors fear blight. Is there any legal or regulatory path forward? (Stephanie in Ohio)
29:59 - Ask Clark - Should I File a 1040X for a $800 Refund? (Trevor in Colorado)
31:49 - Ask Clark - The Gift My Wife Left Behind (Bill in Delaware)
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