Full Show: Clark Stinks! and Housing Market Update | Clark Howard Video
It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, the housing market has made a very important turn. Clark shares the latest and how it impacts your wallet.
All this and more on the March 14, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Clark Stinks - What’s driving higher octane gasoline prices, and how does the shift to lighter crude oil and smaller turbocharged engines impact costs? (Jim)
02:22 - Clark Stinks - Why doesn’t Clark clarify the difference between Amazon sellers’ return policies and Amazon’s own return policies? (Teri)
04:28 - Clark Stinks - What funny EV experience showed how silent electric vehicles can surprise pedestrians? (Billy)
05:54 - Clark Stinks - Is cruise line travel insurance actually a bad deal compared to third-party policies, especially for older travelers? (John)
07:56 - Clark Stinks - Why does Clark recommend CarMax or AutoNation for used car valuations when private seller platforms like AutoNation Private Seller Exchange offer better prices? (Andy)
09:45 - Clark Stinks - What’s the best way to avoid missed credit card payments and protect your credit score with autopay? (Pete)
11:10 - Clark Stinks - Why did Clark’s homeowner vs renter net worth segment feel outdated and incomplete, especially for listeners who may need to relocate for work? (Justin)
13:37 - Clark Stinks - Should Clark advocate for better public transit and urban housing instead of just recommending flexible driving hours to avoid traffic? (Alex)
15:26 - Clark Stinks - What key 529 plan options and state tax pitfalls did Clark overlook in his recent advice on saving for college and rolling to Roth IRAs? (David)
Clark Stinks - How does Aldi operate in Australia, and do they charge for shopping carts like in the U.S.? (YouTube User e-care-books9867)
22:06 - Housing Market Update
27:57 - Ask Clark - With a higher salary and extra savings, should I invest more into my 401k, add to my brokerage, or pay down my $50,000 HELOC? (Billy in Massachusetts)
29:29 - Ask Clark - After my divorce, should I buy a condo or rent once my daughter graduates, considering I want to avoid yard work but don’t love HOA fees? (Steve in Washington)
32:16 - Ask Clark - At what income level does Clark consider someone an ultra-high earner, and should I shift more of my 401k contributions to Roth instead of traditional? (Jason in Oklahoma)
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