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.
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Oct 2, 2020 • 39min
10.2.20 PPP loan forgiveness gets underway; Clark Stinks
Small business owners that took out PPP loans have been worried about how forgiveness for those loans will work. The Treasury department finally announced that they will begin processing those forgiveness applications starting either this week or next.Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the web and share with Clark. Submit yours to: Clark.com/ClarkStinks.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 1, 2020 • 39min
10.1.20 Teachers are underpaid; Fake debt collectors
A new report finds that teachers are paid less than non-teacher, college-educated workers. That's a problem.Fake debt collectors are on the rise. Clark tells you what to watch out for.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 30, 2020 • 38min
9.30.20 Massive layoffs at Disney and the airlines; Where to turn for health insurance after job loss
The airlines are set to lay off tens of thousands of employees as government bailout funds run dry and the travel industry remains disrupted. Disney has also announced that it is laying off 28,00 of its employees. Clark talks about the healthcare options that Americans have if they do lose their job. It's incredibly important to go to Healthcare.gov to see your options. The subsidies available to you could make a healthcare plan incredibly cheap or even free for you and your family.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 29, 2020 • 39min
9.29.20 Supermarkets are stocked for Fall; How to negotiate rent with your landlord
Supermarkets are stocking up before Fall hits in case there's a surge in Covid cases.Apartment vacancies are up. So there's more room for you to negotiate concessions with your landlord. But to get the best deal, you have to be willing to walk.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 28, 2020 • 39min
9.28.20 Voters are less divided than our politicians; Amazon Prime Day + Ring drone camera
Americans are actually less divided than our elected officials seem to be. They tend to agree on fiscal policy like the minimum wage and affordable child care.Amazon has announced that Prime Day will be on October 13 & 14. The Christmas deals appear poised to come in October and November this year. Amazon has also launched a camera with a drone to monitor your home.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 25, 2020 • 38min
9.25.20 Cheaper batteries are lowering energy costs; Clark Stinks
Tesla is leading the charge towards cheaper batteries. And that is going to have a major impact on consumer energy bills going forward.Kim and Joel share the Clark Stinks posted on the web and share with Clark. Submit yours to: Clark.com/ClarkStinks.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 24, 2020 • 38min
9.24.20 Housing market inventory is crazy low, driving up prices; Car insurance claim estimator
Fewer Americans are listing their homes for sale. And as interest rates continue to remain low, that is driving up home prices.Artificial intelligence is changing how we react after getting into a car accident. These tech developments will also majorly help adjusters do their work in a more efficient manner.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 23, 2020 • 39min
9.23.20 New independent contractor rule; Southwest companion pass offer
A new rule gives employers more leeway when it comes to how they classify employees. Clark discusses the pros and cons of this move as well as how employers should treat non salaried employees.If you are willing to travel right now, Southwest has an offer that's pretty hard to refuse.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2020 • 39min
9.22.20 What to do with overwhelming hospital bills; How small businesses are faring
Clark discusses how to handle overwhelming hospital bills. It's absolutely crucial not to pay that bill with a credit card.There are some positive signs about how small businesses have survived are faring. There is likely still some need for further stimulus to keep businesses afloat.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 21, 2020 • 39min
9.21.20 Fighting back against an unlawful eviction; Walmart raising pay
There is a federal moratorium on evicting tenants who can't pay right now. Clark discusses free software that is available to help you fight back if your landlord is wrongfully trying to evict you.Walmart is raising pay for 165,000 workers. They are creating new leadership roles for many employees and a new structure for how they pay employees as well.Want more money advice? Sign up for Clark’s free daily newsletter! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
