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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May 15, 2020 • 39min
5.15.20 Retail sales plummet 16% in April; Clark Stinks
Retail sales were even worse in April than economists expected.Clark Stinks is back! You can contribute to this segment by sharing the ways you think Clark Stinks at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2020 • 39min
5.14.20 New PPP loan guidance; Credit report protections in the CARES Act
Some really helpful guidance on the PPP loans just came out. In particular, the SBA is providing safe harbor for PPP loans under $2 million.Your credit should not be negatively affected if you can't pay your bill right now. If you've seen your credit score take a hit, stand up for your rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2020 • 39min
5.13.20 Grocery costs have soared; Watch out for Coronavirus misinformation
Clark talks about how consumer purchasing has changed...and groceries have quickly gotten more expensive.Misinformation about the virus is rampant - in particular on social media sites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2020 • 39min
5.12.20 New safety rules when traveling; Student loan forbearance affecting people's credit
Airlines and airports are instituting safety requirements if you plan to travel in the near future.Student loan forbearance has been great for people with student loans. But some people are having their credit negatively affected. Not good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11, 2020 • 39min
5.11.20 Manufacturing plants opening back up; Life insurance is harder to get right now
Unemployment has climbed and is worse than the headline number shows. Clark also discusses how manufacturing is opening back up.Some Americans are being turned away from buying life insurance. Overall, life insurance is harder to get than it was just last month.The ClarkRave today mentioned Rhonda Roland Shearer's GoFundMe to cut red tape for heroes. You can find that here.Clark also mentions how to return an economic income payment on this episode. Check out FAQ #41 on IRS.gov in order to find out more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2020 • 42min
5.8.20 What to do when mortgage forbearance is over; Clark Stinks; Bikes are selling like hot cakes
Planning ahead for how to handle the end of mortgage forbearance is smart. Clark tells you how to talk to your mortgage provider if you need more time too.Clark Stinks makes a return to the show this week! If you have a Clark Stinks to share go to Clark.com/ClarkStinks.Consumer spending has been different since the pandemic hit. In particular, home workout equipment and bicycles are incredibly popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7, 2020 • 42min
5.7.20 Private student loan compact; Contact tracing improvements; Masks required at many businesses
Millions of people are covered by a multi-state agreement that will allow individuals with private student loans to put a pause on payments for 90 days.Google and Apple are helping in a big way with their contact tracing app. Clark discusses what they've done and the potential privacy issues you could encounter.Many businesses are now requiring that customers wear masks in order to shop there. This has created a really strong backlash in some cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 6, 2020 • 41min
5.6.20 Meat shortage; Humana waiving copays; Travel reward cards are offering additional incentives.
Costco and some grocery stores are limiting meat purchases as we're experiencing a meat shortage in the country.Humana is waiving copays for members right now.Travel reward credit cards are having a hard time getting customers to renew. So they are having to offer additional benefits to keep customers around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5, 2020 • 45min
5.5.20 Spending habit changes during Covid; Age discrimination more prevalent; Americans saving money; Maintaining your car during quarantine
Spending habits have changed during the coronavirus outbreak. But it appears that everyone has cut spending no matter what your state's approach has been to locking things down.Age discrimination could become an even bigger issue post-Covid.Americans are saving a much bigger chunk of their money right now. This is good!How can you keep your car in good running order if you aren't driving it!? Clark discusses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4, 2020 • 46min
5.4.20 Corporate liability shields; Airline stocks hammered; Micro businesses; Cash-out refi or 401k withdrawal?
Employers fear liability from as they bring employees back into the office.Virtual volunteering might be a great use of your time right now.Warren Buffet has sold all shares in the major airlines. Their stocks are getting hit hard. Clark talks about the long-term projections for air travel.Micro businesses are helping keep people afloat in difficult financial times. Starting a super-small side hustle might make sense for you.Should you take cash out of your home or out of your retirement account? Neither is best. But if those are your choices be sure to listen to what Clark has to say.Clark mentioned this link to Ticketmaster's blog with their refund terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
