05.15.23 BANKS: How Safe Is Your Money? / Inflation: The Prom Price Index

With bank failures eroding public confidence, Clark has an update on how to protect money beyond the FDIC insurance limit. Also today, inflation’s effect on proms and weddings, and ways to stretch your dollars for special events. 

• FDIC Insurance: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Special Event Costs: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show

• Nearly half of Americans are nervous about their money in the bank, Gallup survey finds
• Get Peace of Mind for Large Cash Balances with ICS & CDARS
• Are Money Market Funds a Safe Place To Stash My Savings?
• Donor-Advised Funds: The Benefits and Drawbacks
• How to Set up a Backdoor Roth IRA
• Clark.com - How To Sell A Car
• Prom price index shows cost of celebration is getting relatively cheaper – even at a time of high inflation
• Clark Howard's Guide to Saving Money on Your Wedding
• The Long Demise of the Stretch Limousine
• Turning 26: Health Insurance Guide for Those Aging Off Their Parents’ Plan
• How To Store Your Important Financial Documents Online
• How to Make a Disposable Razor Last 12 Months

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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