Full Show: Nearly Half of Adults Commit Financial Infidelity and Average Cost of a Wedding | Clark Howard Video
A shocking number of adults commit financial infidelity. Have you? Clark explains why it’s a big mistake and how you should approach money conversations with your partner. Also, weddings can be really expensive! Clark shares how is daughter approached her big day and how you can save, too.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the February 14, 2025, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
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00:00 - Intro
01:47 - Nearly Half of Adults Commit Financial Infidelity
05:35 - Ask Clark - Cleaning Up Financial Messes: Jim in Florida, a single father nearing 50, asks how to tackle his debts, collections, and financial struggles so he can work toward homeownership while starting a promising new job.
08:14 - Ask Clark - Costco Gift Card Concerns: Scott in Ohio raises concerns about e-gift card scams, particularly reports of drained balances on Costco digital gift cards, and asks Clark’s advice on whether in-person purchases are the only safe option.
12:07 - Ask Clark - Damaged Clothes from Bleach Bottle: Fred in Minnesota asks if companies like Clorox are responsible for replacing personal items, such as clothes, damaged by defective packaging or if such risks are the buyer's burden.
15:45 - Average Cost of a Wedding in America
19:30 - Ask Clark - Planning an Oktoberfest Trip: Kevin in Georgia seeks advice on the best way to plan his anniversary trip to Oktoberfest in Munich, including when to book flights and how to find affordable accommodations.
22:41 - Ask Clark - Teen Group Travel to Mexico: Amy in Oregon asks if Mexico is a safe and budget-friendly destination for her 18-year-old son and his friends for a summer trip, or if there are better alternatives for a group of teenagers under 21.
26:12 - Ask Clark - Overcharged Sales Tax Issues: Joan in Illinois shares experiences of being charged sales tax on pre-sale retail prices and asks what government agencies should be notified to address these overcharges and prevent future issues.
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