The Clark Howard Podcast

As people return to travel, the airlines are caught with staff shortages in all positions, canceling thousands of flights in the past few weeks. Clark has several strategies to help get you where you’re going. Plus - got coins laying around? You can help yourself and businesses at the same time. Coin Shortage: What To Do With Your Old Coins Flight Plan Strategies: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Wanted: Your Spare Change: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Follow These Tips if an Airline Reschedules Your Flight 5 Things To Do if You Need To Book a Trip This Summer Auto Europe: Europe Car Rentals $6/day! Best Rate Guarantee Looking for Coinstar Alternatives? Check Your Local Credit Union How Much Should You Have Saved for Retirement by Now? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, 20% of Americans now live in multi-generational households. A real opportunity that deals with the extreme housing shortage: Accessory dwellings or ADUs. Clark explains the multiple benefits this kind of dwelling can provide.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Housing: ADUs: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Accessory dwellings get another look in tight housing market 5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room International Travel Tips: 26 Things to Know Before Going Overseas Is an extended warranty ever worth it? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Financial advisors - even if you think you have a good one, you may be spending way more money than you need to. Clark makes it clear how the industry plays the game and how to protect yourself when you put your money to work. Also, we throw away a staggering 40% of the food we buy in the U.S. With grocery prices high - understanding product dates and what you should & should not pay attention to can = $avings.  Fee Only Fiduciaries: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Food Exp. Dates: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2022 Fidelity Personalized Planning & Advice Review Vanguard Personal Advisor Services Review Schwab Intelligent Portfolios Premium Review Comparing Hybrid Financial Advisors: Vanguard vs. Schwab vs. Fidelity What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? 403bwise :: The K-12 403(b) is broken. Together we can fix it. Food Expiration Guide - Clark Howard Live TV Streaming Channel Tool Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clark discusses how to choose a printer for work or home, considering your usage and the high price of ink! Consumer Reports has updated the best deals on printers. Also, high gas prices have driven up the popularity of scooters and e-bikes. What to know about using these alternatives. Best Printer For You: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 E-Bikes & Scooters: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Can YouMail Really Put an End to Robocalls? What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work? Should You Buy an Extended Warranty on Your Car? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The pandemic reassessment of work continues to evolve, with many older workers returning to phased retirement jobs. Clark discusses the flexibility now required of both employers and workers, and the outlook for entrepreneurs. Also, the 10 states with lowest overall tax burden on middle income earners, including income, sales, & property taxes.  The New Nature of Work: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Tax-Friendly States: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How To Build Credit The 10 Most Tax-Friendly States for Middle-Class Families How To Open a Roth IRA Top Travel Deals - Clark Howard Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clark explains why you shouldn’t freak out if you get rejections from the colleges of your choice. And what to know about middle skills education and career paths. Plus, Summertime travel blues: Clark talks ways to get a deal despite rising prices & how to navigate a time when travel prices have gone crazy. Learn Clark’s prime travel rule and “the August rule”.   College Decisions: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Beat High Travel Costs: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 9 Ways To Pay for College Without Student Loans Best Credit Card Welcome Bonuses for 2022 Breeze Airways, Avelo Airlines Announce New Routes JetBlue has cut or paused 27 routes for the summer amid labor shortages and high fuel prices – see the full list Clark.com Coming Soon: Southwest Will Have a New Way To Get Cheap Airfares Want to see Yosemite in peak season? Reservations open Wednesday World Airline Star Rating by Skytrax  Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, Clark discusses how to make the most of the Fed raising rates, covering credit card debt, HELOCs & mortgages, student loan rates - and the most important thing to do in a time of rising interest rates.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Rising Interest Rates: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 5 Things To Know About Series I Savings Bonds Home equity loans & lines of credit: 7 common questions answered Should I Pay a Company To Lock Down My House Title or Is It a Scam? 3 Things to Know Before Buying Owner's Title Insurance Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clark shares back to basics info on how to shop wisely and tell what’s truly a deal and what is not - including Clark’s Amazon rule. Also, why you should be wary of scanning QR codes - A Clark scam warning.  Know Real Deals to Beat Inflation: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 DANGER: QR Codes: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How You Can Use Unit Price to Save Money When Shopping 20 Ways To Save on Amazon Boarding the Plane FAQ | Southwest Airlines Looking to Lower Your Funeral or Cremation Costs? Join a Non-Profit Memorial Society Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clark has a special RIP OFF ALERT concerning veterans and members of our military seeking to further their education. AND - STREAMING TV: new streaming choices can save you big money. Colleges Ripping Off Veterans: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 New Streaming TV Savings: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4  Mentioned on the show: Why Commercials Are Coming to the Biggest Streamers Live TV Streaming Channel Tool Best 529 College Savings Plans By State Avalanche vs. Snowball: Which Debt Payoff Method Is Best? 6 Steps To Eliminate Credit Card Debt in 3 Years or Less Travel Archives - Clark Howard  Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The pandemic has changed costs of living around housing and transportation. Americans are on the move again. This is a time when you can do a full reset for your life, career and your wallet. This tool helps you find a place to live based on your budget. AND - Not everything is going up in price. Clark reveals opportunities in the marketplace. Affordable Cities For Renters: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Where The Deals Are: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: New Report: Cheapest Cities for Renters FurnishedFinder Warning: Payment is not through the platform & thus more subject to scams A strong password isn’t enough | Here’s the best way to protect your online accounts New recommendation for cash on hand: $2500 per household in small bills ClarkDeals - Laptops / ClarkDeals - TVs  5 Things To Know About Series I Savings Bonds Dollar Cost Averaging Makes You a Fortune Over Time How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips Is your home underinsured if disaster strikes? Homeowners Insurance Archives - Clark Howard Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices