The Clark Howard Podcast 05.02.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Tariff Adaptation
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May 2, 2025 Listeners share their thoughts in the Clark Stinks segment, particularly about personalized financial strategies for Social Security. A new tool emerges to help businesses navigate tariffs, showcasing American innovation. Discussions dive into the complexities of customer service interactions, including airlines and Costco memberships. The podcast also tackles the intricacies of global manufacturing, labor costs, and the uncertainties of home renovations, while advising against extended warranties in favor of proactive savings.
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Social Security Timing Insight
- General advice is to take Social Security at 70 for maximum benefits.
- But exceptions exist for poor health or financial needs at earlier ages.
Use Chat for Customer Service
- Use chat functions when dealing with customer service to get a clear transcript.
- This prevents disputes about what was communicated during the call.
Top Tier Gasoline Reality
- Many discount gas stations are not top-tier gasoline providers.
- Costco sells top-tier gas, while Sam's Club typically does not.