The Clark Howard Podcast
Clark Howard
Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.
Episodes
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Jun 27, 2024 • 29min
06.27.24 Back To Basics: 403(b) & 401(k) Plans / The No-Buy Challenge
Discover the basics of 403(b) and 401(k) plans for optimal savings. Dive into the intriguing world of the 'No Buy Challenge' where individuals limit non-essential purchases. Explore tips on maximizing retirement savings, controlling spending habits, and investing wisely with Stash app.
Jun 26, 2024 • 33min
06.26.24 Successful Small Businesses ACE Competition / Save On Amazon Devices
Learn how Ace Hardware thrives against big chains with personalized service. Save money on Amazon gadgets. Explore small business success, dealing with medical debt, lab-created diamonds, insurance riders, and airline miles evolution.
Jun 25, 2024 • 34min
06.25.24 Shop Mortgage Lenders / What To Know About Shein & Temu
Learn how to save big by shopping mortgage lenders. Discover the secrets behind Shein and Temu's low prices. Get advice on finding a financial advisor and understanding umbrella insurance. Find out about the challenges of no-tariff shipments and the benefits of buying used items. Also, get tips on saving money on clothes and buying new or used cars.
Jun 24, 2024 • 31min
06.24.24 Clark’s Fix For Social Security / Student Loan Rates & Alternatives
Social Security funding issues and solutions, rising student loan interest rates, alternative college funding ideas, benefits of dash cams, affordable dentistry abroad, strategies to reduce property sale taxes, navigating high student loan interest rates, challenges of financing college education, concerns about rental insurance, credit card benefits, managing hospital bills
Jun 21, 2024 • 32min
06.21.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Back To Basics: Home Renovations
Topics include Clark Stinks feedback, slow home renovations, importance of hiring contractors, maximizing travel rewards with credit cards, and tips on home improvement projects.
Jun 20, 2024 • 33min
06.20.24 Clark’s Birthday & Health Update / Safest Vehicles For Teen Drivers
Financial expert Clark Howard celebrates his birthday with a health update and discusses safe cars for teen drivers, highlighting affordable used options. Topics include men's health awareness, USPS costs, resolving disputes with Verizon, and the importance of choosing a safe vehicle for teenage drivers.
Jun 19, 2024 • 30min
06.19.24 Longevity Considerations / Power Grid Blackouts
Topics include longevity science and financial security, potential power grid blackouts, Blue Zones lifestyle habits, Vanguard customer service issues, rewards for disloyalty, challenges in the power grid, Frontier airline's Go Wild Pass, stacking insurance policies for increased coverage, Starbucks rewards dissatisfaction, and home espresso makers.
Jun 18, 2024 • 31min
06.18.24 Auto Theft Prevention / Work From Home Job Scams
Learn how to prevent auto theft with a simple solution and be cautious of job scams for remote work. Get valuable financial advice for teenagers and avoid falling for job scams. Seek help from NFCC for credit card debt issues.
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Jun 17, 2024 • 31min
06.17.24 HOMEOWNERS: Title Fraud Prevention / Are You Underinsured?
Tips to protect against title fraud and underinsurance in homeownership. Discussion on credit freezes, title insurance, and challenges in the insurance industry. Importance of adequate coverage, HVAC system replacements, term life insurance, and gold investments.
Jun 14, 2024 • 30min
06.14.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Invest & Retire: Time Is Money
Topics discussed include retirement savings, utilizing 401(k) plans, saving money on utilities, and advocating for oneself at the dentist. The episode also covers the importance of starting to save for retirement early in life, understanding Japanese business philosophy, and the impact of employer matches on financial security.
