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  • 10.21.24 Clark Rage: Mandatory Arbitration / What’s Better Than A Roth?

    10.21.24 Clark Rage: Mandatory Arbitration / What’s Better Than A Roth?
    Oct 21 2024
    Today’s mandatory arbitration abuses trace back to a law passed a century ago, repeatedly upheld to deny citizens their right to a day in court. Clark shares yet another case in point. Also in this episode- open enrollment is an opportunity to choose among health care plans which offer one of Clark’s favorite tools for long term financial security. Should you opt for an HSA - Health Savings Account? Mandatory Arbitration: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 The Case For HSAs: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How Long Should I Save Pictures of My Car Rental? Military and Veterans Guide: Free Resources for Your Finances Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)?- Clark.com What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work? Should You Fund Your IRA at Once or Steadily Contribute Throughout the Year? Should I Invest a Lump Sum at Once or Through Dollar-Cost Averaging? Refunding Fees for Delayed Checked Bags and Ancillary Services File a Consumer Complaint | US Department of Transportation Elliott Report: Home What Luggage Does Clark Howard Recommend? 4 Things You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On 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
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    31 mins
  • 10.18.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Cell Phone Theft Or Loss

    10.18.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Cell Phone Theft Or Loss
    Oct 18 2024
    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, criminal rings are heavily engaged in cell phone theft now, and they’re after your financials. Know what to do before, and after the loss or theft of your cell phone - just in case. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Cell Phone Theft: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024 Mortgages Archives - Clark Howard 4 Things To Know Before You Buy a Digital TV Antenna How To Watch Local Channels Without Cable What Should You Do if Your Insurance Claim Is Denied? What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It? One Tech Tip: Here’s what you need to do before and after your phone is stolen or lost SIM Card Swapping: The Dangerous Cell Phone Scam Everyone Needs To Know About Authorized User vs. Joint Account Holder: Understanding the Difference for Credit Cards 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
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    32 mins
  • 10.17.24 Flood Insurance / Remote Work Scams & Legit WFH Jobs

    10.17.24 Flood Insurance / Remote Work Scams & Legit WFH Jobs
    Oct 17 2024
    With the recent hurricanes, wildfires, and other natural disasters around the country, Clark has specific advice for home buyers. Also today, as remote work scams proliferate, learn more about how to find legitimate work from home. Flood Insurance: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Legit WFH Jobs: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM Zillow will now show climate risk data on home listings Will Your House Flood? We Ask the Experts When Hurricane Helene hit, this disaster-proof Florida neighborhood kept the lights on Roth vs. Traditional 401(k): What's the Difference? BBB-File a Complaint The six-figure hybrid jobs that are most in-demand Legitimate Work From Home Jobs – How to Find Them (Clark.com) Should I Contribute to a 529 Plan Only To Roll It Into a Roth IRA Later? 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
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    38 mins
  • 10.16.24 Oil & Gas Price Outlook / Medicare Open Enrollment

    10.16.24 Oil & Gas Price Outlook / Medicare Open Enrollment
    Oct 16 2024
    Today, Clark discusses what’s going on with U.S. oil prices from a global perspective, in light of potentially escalating conflicts in the Middle East. Also, Medicare open enrollment is underway. With all the upheaval with Advantage plans this year, it’s more important than ever to understand the changes in your plan, and compare your options. Clark has a valuable resource to help you make the best choice. Oil & Gas Prices: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Medicare DisAdvantage Plans: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Does the Brand of Gasoline Really Matter? Phone Plan Finder – Find the Best Plan For You - Clark.com Consumer Reports -We've Lab-Tested Hundreds of Refrigerators. These Are the 12 Best Fridges of 2024. Medicare Advantage giant Humana reels after ratings cut SHIP State Health Insurance Assistance Program - Navigating Medicare Where You Should Never Buy Travel Insurance for a Cruise Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy InsureMyTrip Review: Why We Like It and How to Use It How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion 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
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    36 mins
  • 10.15.24 Retail Perils - Overcharged & Store Cards

    10.15.24 Retail Perils - Overcharged & Store Cards
    Oct 15 2024
    Vigilance shoppers - With the holiday season already underway, sales are coming and going faster, increasing the likelihood of being overcharged - which happens more often than you might think. Clark has tips on how it pays to pay attention. Also today in retail peril - why you DON’T want to save 10% on your purchase if you apply for a store card. Overcharged At Checkout: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Retail Store Cards: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 5 Reasons Sam's Club Is Better Than Costco Housing market hack: How this family just got their dream home at a 2.5% mortgage rate Subordinated Debt: What It Is, How It Works, Risks How To Open a Roth IRA What Brokerage Do You Recommend for First-Time Investors or Kids? 6 Tips to Teach Teenagers About Money 401k Fees: How Much is Too Much? Fidelity Investments Review: Pros & Cons Retail credit card interest rates reach record high Should You Get a Store Credit Card? Cash Back Credit Card Calculator Tool 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
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    32 mins
  • 10.14.24 Consumer Warning: Booking Travel / How To Shop Prescriptions

    10.14.24 Consumer Warning: Booking Travel / How To Shop Prescriptions
    Oct 14 2024
    In the news we’re seeing stories of travelers stranded and out thousands of dollars, because of the way they booked flights and hotels. Clark explains how to avoid this trap when making your travel plans. Also today, why PBMs - the prescription benefits managers included in many employer insurance programs - are often more costly than self-paying for meds. Clark gives you ways to save more on prescriptions. Warning - Fake Travel Agencies: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 How To Shop Prescriptions: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Travel Archives - Clark Howard How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion FTC sues drug middlemen for allegedly inflating insulin prices Warning: One Way You Should Almost Never Fill Prescriptions 10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs Will Mark Cuban's Prescription Company Really Save You Money? Raisin Review: Can You Trust This Online Savings Marketplace? 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
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    32 mins
  • 10.11.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Real ID & Passport Renewal

    10.11.24 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Real ID & Passport Renewal
    Oct 11 2024
    Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also travelers, Clark has new info on Real ID requirements, electronic driver’s licenses and a great new way to renew your passport. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 New Travel Document Options & Requirements: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: The best deals on TVs available now Credit Score Guide How To Dispute an Error on Your Credit Report and Win How To Cancel & Get Rid of PMI Earlier Report: 5 Best Hotel Rewards Programs for 2024 European travelers will have to pay to enter the UK in 2025 Should I Create an E-Verify Account To Lock My Social Security Number? Do Not Give Your Social Security Number at These Places How To Send a 'Drop Dead' Letter to a Collection Agency What Is an Annuity, and Why Does Clark Think They Stink? Certificate of Deposit (CD): What Is It, Best Places To Open One 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 Disclosure in Podcast Description: A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. As of 9/26/24, the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across the Bond Account is greater than 6%. A bond’s yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond’s YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our Fee Schedule. Bond Accounts are not recommendations of individual bonds or default allocations. The bonds in the Bond Account have not been selected based on your needs or risk profile. See https://public.com/disclosures/bond-account to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • 10.10.24 Safe Saving: An FDIC Update / The Risks Of Seller Financed Mortgages

    10.10.24 Safe Saving: An FDIC Update / The Risks Of Seller Financed Mortgages
    Oct 10 2024
    Today, Clark has an update from the FDIC in the aftermath of the recent fintech meltdown, including the dangers of “blended banking” and how to spot fake savings account offers. Also - if you are in the market for a house, you may see offers for land contracts or seller financing. Know the downsides of alternative rent-to-own type mortgages Protections For Savers - An FDIC Update: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Beware Lease Purchase Type Home Offers: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: The FDIC Is From the Government and Really Is Here to Help 17 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in October 2024 Experian Insurance Marketplace NYTimes: A Mortgage Alternative for Lower-Priced Homes Comes With Risks NYTimes: Consumer Agency Cracks Down on Seller-Financed Home Sales 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
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    32 mins