The Clark Howard Podcast 09.05.25 A New Generation Gets Ripped Off / WARNING: Booking Travel
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Sep 5, 2025 The podcast dives into the world of meme stocks and crypto schemes, revealing how digital scams are duping investors. Clark discusses the pitfalls of booking travel during industry instability, offering expert advice on how to protect your money. Learn about the dangers of buy now, pay later schemes, especially for young travelers, and why it's crucial to stay informed about financial choices. With stories and tips on safe travel and investment, this episode is a treasure trove of practical advice!
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Pump-And-Dump's New Era
- Pump-and-dump schemes are resurging on social media as cheap stocks or cryptos are hyped and sold off.
- Clark Howard warns this repeats a 1960s scam using online reach instead of telemarketing to amplify damage.
Young Worker Mistook Crypto For Retirement
- Christa recounts a young worker who believed he had large retirement savings but actually had small, risky crypto holdings.
- The story illustrates how generations chase quick gains without understanding basic retirement tools like IRAs.
Housing Pressure Could Ease Over Time
- Demographic trends and slower population growth will ease housing demand and affordability pressure over time.
- Clark Howard expects housing appreciation will moderate and mortgage rates to fall into the mid-5% range in 2026.