The Clark Howard Podcast

Retirees return to college and explore the benefits of lifelong learning. Clark discusses methods for establishing credit and the challenges and opportunities of renting to own a home. They also delve into the concept of rent to own as a path to home ownership and the benefits of having a personal corporation for taxes.

The podcast discusses the trend of time limits at restaurants and the sacrifice of hospitality for time management. They also talk about Amazon's new grocery system, which aims to fix its problems with grocery sales. Topics include the use of e-SIMs for international travel and Amazon's REEDS program offering discounted ebooks to Prime members.

Learn how to organize retirement accounts to secure a sustainable future. Discover the tricks of smart booking to protect your travel plans. The podcast also covers topics like index funds, dollar cost averaging, and choosing a reliable tour company. Get insights on paying for a trip and the importance of trip insurance.

Clark points to a job sector seldom considered, where you can potentially make good money in a wage war - plus benefits. Also, for buyers, sellers and renters alike, Clark delivers a housing market update, including where things are headed. A Rewarding Job Sector: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Housing Update: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show US Job Openings Fall to Lowest Level Since 2021, Layoffs Ease Mounting job vacancies push state and local governments into a wage war for workers 10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs The last, best hope for homebuyers  /  Axios: Homebuilding is soaring [The Washington Post] The housing market recession is already ending Assumable Mortgage: What It Is, How It Works, Types, Pros & Cons What Is 5G and Is It Worth It To Upgrade? How and Why To Refinance Your Mortgage: A Step-By-Step Guide 6 Things To Know and Do Before You Deal With a Home Insurance Claims Adjuster Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com 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. Later, 20% of credit card users have heavy revolving debt, accounting for ¾ of the money banks make from cards. Few such users know their debt amount or interest rate, an oversight banks have exploited. If you’re carrying credit card debt, Clark has an assignment that could help you achieve being debt FREE.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Credit Card Debt: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show What is Dual Enrollment and How Much Does it Cost? Best Credit Cards for Shopping Rewards: Top Picks for 2023 Best Credit Cards for Groceries in 2023 2 Ways To Guarantee Yourself a Lifetime Stream of Income Heavy credit-card users are key in the Fed’s inflation battle How to Freeze Your Credit — Literally! Clark.com - Credit Card Debt Best Balance Transfer Credit Cards: Top Picks for 2023 How To Do a Balance Transfer the Right Way Best 0% Intro APR Credit Cards: Top Picks for 2023 Citi Simplicity® Card Review 2022: A Worthy Balance Transfer Card Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com 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 dominance of plastic and electronic forms of payment has made it more difficult to teach kids money basics. Not using real cash makes money seem like an infinite resource. Spending cards with parental controls has been the marketplace answer with fees attached. Clark discusses a new free offering from Chase. Also, renting goods is trending stronger these days, as all types of subscriptions are getting more expensive. Taken all together, these things can eat up your wallet over time. Clark breaks down the two subscription types with advice on how to reconcile your budget with the choices you have.  Youth Spending Cards: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Renting & Subscriptions Of Goods & Services: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show How Today’s Teens Get More Financial Firepower Than Past Generations This No-Fee Debit Card Lets Parents Supervise Spending - WSJ Venmo / CashApp for Grandkids - Clark Howard Community Best Credit Cards for Students: Top Picks for 2023 Why Clark Howard Is So Excited About His Wedding Band The shift from owning to renting goods is ushering in a new era of consumerism — The Conversation 7 Types of Subscriptions You May Want To Cancel Today How To Manage Your Monthly Subscriptions To Save Money Best Credit Cards for Extended Warranty: Top Picks for 2023 Team Clark Guarantee - Clark Howard Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com 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 guest, an expert on ROTH versions of 401(k)s and IRAs, discusses the high merchant fees in the US and Visa's fight against surcharges. They also explore the benefits of ROTH options for retirement savings and offer advice on dealing with credit card cash back discrepancies and unexpected gym closures.

NFL football! Clark discusses the new Verizon deal on NFL Sunday Ticket and what you’ve got to know before kick off! Also - good news for fellow travelers - the deal has changed on domestic airfare.  Verizon’s NFL Sunday Ticket: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Domestic Airfares: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show Clark.com - Verizon Offers Customers Free NFL Sunday Ticket With a Catch 4 Things To Know Before You Buy a Digital TV Antenna YouTube TV Releases NFL Sunday Ticket Pricing Google announces the end of multiple Nest products. What you need to know Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know American Travelers Are Shunning the U.S. for Europe - WSJ Ultra-Low-Cost Carriers Cutting Back on Midweek Flights Traveling to Europe just got more complicated Welcome to the official ETIAS website Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com 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 lends perspective on the vehicle market before, during, and now post Covid. What potential car buyers need to know about the manufacturer-to-dealer pipeline now, for both new and used vehicles - including EVs. Is now the time to buy? Clark’s crystal ball reveals a clear answer. Also, something wealthy folks do to help stretch every dollar.    Vehicle Market Update: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Diggin Deep Discounters: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show Dealers have cars and prices are stabilizing, but people still can't buy a car. Here's why - from USA TODAY Barrons.com: Tesla, Ford, and the EV Inventory Debate on Wall Street Jalopnik: Dealers Now Have Nearly Two Million New Cars Sitting On Their Lots NYTimes.com: Electric Vehicle Prices Fall as Automakers Raise Production Ford Cuts Price of F-150 Lightning Electric Truck by Up to $10,000 - The Wall Street Journal. 17 Free Tips To Make Your iPhone Easier To Use 7 Easy Ways To Free Up Storage Space on Your iPhone 5 Ways To Free Up Storage Space on Your Android Phone One-Percenters Keep Shopping at the Dollar Store How To Open a Roth IRA When Do You Need a Travel Agent? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com 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 today, higher home prices and interest rates make saving for a down payment a big challenge that can take a decade to accomplish. So families are stepping in to help young adults buy their first home. Clark talks about the most effective way to do this, and has some definite thoughts on co-signing.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Family Assisted Home Buying: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show Best Cash Back Credit Cards With No Annual Fee Credit Karma vs. Credit Sesame: Is One Better Than the Other? College Scorecard | U.S. Department of EducationCollege Scorecard Axios: It takes nearly a decade to save for a down payment Four Ways Parents Can Help Kids Be First-Time Home Buyers Applicable Federal Rate (AFR): What It Is and How To Use It AFR Rates | IRS Applicable Federal Rates Evaluate Life Insurance - Consumer Federation of America Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com 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