The Clark Howard Podcast 02.07.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Energy Prices & Home Building
Feb 7, 2025
This week, the discussion dives into rising energy prices, revealing surprising causes behind the spike. Home building practices are also reexamined, emphasizing the need for efficiency. Listener feedback in 'Clark Stinks' brings humor and insights into financial advice. Clark shares practical tips on lowering heating bills and navigating complex issues like switching phone carriers and understanding credit reports. Additionally, he clarifies the fiduciary role in financial services, helping consumers make informed choices.
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Smooth Carrier Switching
- Gather your account number, unlock code, and remove any port protection PIN when switching cell phone carriers.
- This simplifies the port-out process and prevents common issues, as Clark Howard learned when switching.
Apple-Google Fi Friction
- Clark Howard encountered issues porting Apple phones to Google Fi due to the companies' complex relationship.
- Manual setting changes were needed for iPhones on Google Fi, highlighting compatibility challenges.
Check Coverage First
- Consider coverage and prioritization before switching to a cheaper cell phone carrier like Straight Talk or Visible.
- Verizon's network may offer better reliability, justifying its higher cost for some users.