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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Aug 30, 2018 • 39min
8.30.18 Clark's brother lives like a nomad; Car warranty scam; Jobs for veterans
Clark's brother Gary comes on the show to dish the details of how he has been living like a nomad for the past two years. LOTS of actionable travel advice in this fun conversation!; Watch out for this car warranty scam showing up in mailboxes around the country; Google has launched a new Jobs for Veterans service that could go a long way in helping former and current military men and women find jobs that fit their specific skill set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29, 2018 • 39min
8.29.18 Amazon selling tires; Paying someone to do your dirty work; 401k and your student loan debt
Amazon is using Sears to do installation of tires that they sell. This could be good for both companies; Paying someone to quit your job for you? It's a thing. And Clark tells you why it's ridiculous; Having trouble saving for retirement? Well, now employers can contribute to your 401k even if you can't because of student loan debt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 28, 2018 • 38min
8.28.18 Doorbell cameras cause problems; Scammers target college students; Personal loans proliferate
Doorbell cameras are almost everywhere now. And they are great for being able to answer your door without actually opening it. But those doorbell cameras have also created some problems and Clark explains; As colleges go back in session there are a couple of major scams that you need to tell your college-age children or friends to be aware of; Personal loans are hot right now. But should you be taking one out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 27, 2018 • 39min
8.27.18 Aretha Franklin left no will; Verizon throttling tactics; Chase free stock trades
Aretha Franklin, the queen of soul, recently died and left an $80 million fortune. But she didn't have a will. Clark talks about how and why you should create a will. You can also score 50% off on of the best will making software bundles right now on Nolo.com. Verizon left fire fighters in the lurch without data due to terrible customer service and throttling tactics. Chase is going to offer free stock market trades to its customers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 24, 2018 • 39min
8.24.18 Clark Stinks; The perils of working too hard
Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here. Working too hard can be harmful to your health and to the actual work itself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 23, 2018 • 38min
8.23.18 Is college for everyone?; Facebook wants your banking info; SIM card hacking
Vocational training is roaring back into some school districts and calls into question the seemingly common notion that college is valuable for everyone; Facebook met with major banks asking for your banking information. Really!?; SIM card hacking is one of the worst scams around right now. Clark explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 22, 2018 • 39min
8.22.18 Beware certified pre-owned cars; Hacker ring busted; Neighborhood grocery stores
Certified pre-owned cars aren't all they are cracked up to be. Clark tells you what to watch out for any why you should be wary of dealerships selling CPO vehicles; A hacker ring with more than 15 million credit card has been busted up; Neighborhood grocery stores are popping up and serving consumers in ways the major grocery stores just aren't. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 21, 2018 • 38min
8.21.18 Following a scammer trail; Elon Musk should sleep; New 3% down mortgages
Clark brings LA Times columnist David Lazarus on the show to discuss how he thwarted potential scammers and followed the scam to its logical conclusion; Elon Musk is apparently working 120 hours a week. Working that much actually has harmful effects on your creative output; Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have introduced new 3% down mortgages. There are pros and cons to these new offerings and Clark discusses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2018 • 39min
8.20.18 Home internet prices; Credit scores on the rise
5G is coming to certain markets by the end of the year. Home internet prices are currently on the rise...but not for long. Clark discusses how 5G technology will create more competition in the home internet space and drive prices down over the long haul.; Clark recounts a story of one man taking the time to help his fellow man having a really difficult time.; Credit scores are going up for many Americans. Clark discusses why that is happening and how you can maximize your credit score. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17, 2018 • 38min
8.17.18 Clark Stinks; How to prevent your car from being stolen
Christa reads listener posts about how Clark has missed the mark in his advice this week. If you have a "Clark Stinks" to share you can leave it here. Very few Tesla's get stolen. And if they do, 99% are recovered. Clark discusses why that is and offers tips on how to prevent your car from being stolen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
