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A massive deep-dive into DCE's contract fiasco, where he will end up in 2026 and who will replace him at Manly… The head-high crackdown giving off 2021 Magic Round vibes that we predict will ruin Round 5 of the 2025 NRL Season… Jacob Preston an Origin bolter?.. & the return of the Ashes Series between Australia and England for the first time in 22 years!.. Over to the NRL we are experiencing 2012 vibes as the Bulldogs top the ladder as the only undefeated club this season, the Eels languished at the bottom of the ladder (winless along with the Dolphins), Panthers losing three in a row, Dragons upsetting the Storm, and much more!.. We end our episode with a wrap-up of Round 6 of the Super League with plenty of player transfer news and rumours doing the rounds…——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro05:00 - Episode Overview07:56 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week vs. Who's in Guildy's Bin?10:33 - Bunker Review: DCE's contract fiasco, where he will sign and who'll replace him?41:09 - Bunker Review: Head-high crackdown a Magic Round 2021 repeat?45:48 - Bunker Review: Jacob Preston an Origin bolter?50:37 - Bunker Review: Ashes Series returns for first time since 200354:46 - TSS Tipping + Supercoach money comps [Round 4]57:28 - NRL Round 4: Rabbitohs def. Panthers1:10:12 - NRL Round 4: Titans def. Roosters1:18:15 - NRL Round 4: Broncos def. Dolphins1:26:36 - NRL Round 4: Dragons def. Storm1:37:35 - NRL Round 4: Cowboys def. Raiders1:45:27 - NRL Round 4: Bulldogs def. Storm1:54:02 - NRL Round 4: Manly def. Eels2:04:46 - NRL Round 4: Warriors def. Tigers2:15:48 - NRL Rapid Fire Tips: Round 52:19:39 - ATG: Super League Round 6 Results2:21:25 - ATG: Super League signing news and rumours2:26:28 - ATG: Men's RLWC 2026 Qualifiers confirmed2:27:18 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Clarkie takes over the reigns as host as him and Guildy discuss the explosive news that DCE will leave Manly at the end of 2025… The boys also discuss the NRL Round 3 results before heading into our fan-favourite “Bunker Review segment” where Guildy blind-ranks halfbacks.——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro02:00 - Episode Overview03:00 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week vs. Who's in Guildy's Bin?04:30 - DCE to leave the Manly Sea Eagles?07:23 - TSS Tipping + Supercoach money comps [Round 3]08:55 - NRL Round 3: Storm def. Panthers (GF rematch)15:26 - NRL Round 3: Warriors def. Roosters21:56 - NRL Round 3: Broncos def. Cowboys (QLD derby)29:28 - NRL Round 3: Sharks def. Rabbitohs41:22 - NRL Round 3: Tigers def. Dolphins52:31 - NRL Round 3: Titans def. Knights57:58 - NRL Round 3: Bulldogs def. Eels1:07:03 - NRL Round 3: Manly def. Raiders1:15:51 - NRL Rapid Fire Tips: Round 41:19:50 - ATG: Super League Round 5 Results1:21:06 - Bunker Review: Blind-ranking halfbacks1:23:23 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Brendan is on vacation...Fitzy hosts and Clarkie joins the boys

What a difference a week makes… we guarantee NOBODY would have tipped all 3 of the Warriors, Roosters and Raiders to win the upset in their matches, but they did… Plenty on the agenda this week with Dylan Brown signing with the Knights and Parra setting their sights on Lachie Galvin, Todd Payten set to be sacked as Cowboys coach, and multiple injuries in Edwards, Kikau, Burton, DCE and Turbo… In our fan-favourite “Bunker Review segment”, Tass conducts the HIA test on Guildy.——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro + TSS Tipping money comp [Round 2]05:30 - Guildy's ‘player names' challenge [Week 2]06:35 - Tass' ‘no-swearing' challenge [Week 1]08:21 - Episode Overview10:27 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week vs. Who's in Guildy's Bin?15:22 - TSS Supercoach money comp [Round 2]17:36 - NRL Round 2: Knights def. Dolphins (Dylan Brown signs with Knights)35:32 - NRL Round 2: Warriors def. Manly (Turbo and DCE injured)46:22 - NRL Round 2: Roosters def. Panthers (2nd biggest upset in history)1:03:03 - NRL Round 2: Rabbitohs def. Dragons (Klemmer and Ravalawa sign with new clubs)1:18:15 - NRL Round 2: Sharks def. Cowboys (Todd Payten to be sacked?)1:28:04 - NRL Round 2: Raiders def. Broncos (Ambush in Canberra)1:36:31 - NRL Round 2: Tigers def. Eels (Galvin targeted by Parra?)1:49:12 - NRL Round 2: Bulldogs def. Titans (Burton and Kikau injured)1:56:58 - NRL Rapid Fire Tips: Round 32:01:41 - ATG: Challenge Cup Round of 16 Results2:03:07 - ATG: Super League set to be sold to NRL2:05:04 - Bunker Review: Guildy undertakes the HIA test2:11:24 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Round One of the NRL threw up some big scorelines for the Broncos, Sea Eagles and Storm who respectively annihilated their opponents in the Roosters, Cowboys and Eels… The boys also discuss the NRL's decision to relocate the Dolphins game during Cyclone Alfred, as well as Brandon Smith, David Klemmer and Dylan Brown looking set to move clubs… In our fan-favourite “Bunker Review segment”, Tass conducts the HIA test on Clarkie.——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:27 - NRL copy The Sideline Story social media03:03 - Episode Overview04:37 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week vs. Who's in Guildy's Bin?08:05 - TSS Tipping and Supercoach Money-Comps [Round 1]10:07 - NRL Round 1: Broncos def. Roosters (Brandon Smith to Rabbitohs?)20:17 - NRL Round 1: Knights def. Tigers (Dylan Brown set to sign $13m deal with Knights)31:33 - NRL Round 1: Rabbitohs def. Dolphins (Yay or Nay for Cyclone Alfred game relocation?)45:28 - NRL Round 1: Bulldogs def. Dragons (Did Critta deserve a sinbin?)57:58 - NRL Round 1: Manly def. Cowboys (Turbo brilliance)1:04:13 - NRL Round 1: Storm def. Eels (50-point curse)1:11:37 - NRL Rapid Fire Tips: Round 21:13:52 - ATG: Super League Round 4 Results 1:17:03 - Bunker Review: Clarkie undertakes the HIA test1:24:00 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Las Vegas has become the next big event in the NRL as the boys dissect the growing success of the NRL's venture into the US, the opening two games of the NRL, the well-received inclusion of Super League and not-so well-received Jillaroos annihilation of the Lionesses… The boys also discuss the highs and lows of the USA v Greece tests, the NFL rookie tasered in an Allegiant Stadium bathroom, and NZ Warriors assistant Richard Agar investigated for assaulting a journalist… In our fan-favourite “Bunker Review segment”, the boys dissect the NRL's Team List Tuesday for the 6 remaining Round One matches.——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro04:16 - Was Las Vegas 2.0 a success and what will change in 2026 and beyond?23:00 - Episode Overview24:07 - Clarkie's Good Guy of the Week vs. Who's in Guildy's Bin?29:37 - NRL Round 1: Raiders def. Warriors42:24 - NRL Round 1: Panthers def. Sharks54:14 - ATG: Super League Round 3 Results (inc. Wigan def. Warrington in LV)1:03:52 - ATG: Jillaroos annihilate England 90-4; Can England recover before Ashes Series?1:10:55 - ATG: USA vs. Greece LV double-header; First men's test cancelled due to copper-thieves1:13:12 - Bunker Review: Roosters vs. Broncos (NRL Round 1 Preview)1:20:26 - Bunker Review: Tigers vs. Knights (NRL Round 1 Preview)1:25:38 - Bunker Review: Dolphins vs. Rabbitohs (NRL Round 1 Preview)1:35:24 - Bunker Review: Dragons vs. Bulldogs (NRL Round 1 Preview)1:41:26 - Bunker Review: Manly vs. Cowboys (NRL Round 1 Preview)1:46:48 - Bunker Review: Storm vs. Eels (NRL Round 1 Preview)1:53:27 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Proudly sponsored by:* ADSE Apparel* Best Sport 2.0* Good Guys Mowing* rugbyleague.com ——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

It's one of our favourite episodes each season: Clarkie, Guildy and Tass look into their crystal balls to predict what will happen in the 2025 Rugby League season. The boys will dissect each NRL Club's Finals prospects, as well as who will win the NRL Premiership, Dally M Medal, Team of the Year, State of Origin, International Rugby League's major competitions, and finally the Super League Premiership!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro01:53 - Episode Overview02:11 - Super League: Round One Results (+ All-Stars and NRL Trials)10:20 - Join TSS Tipping & Supercoach money comps!11:04 - Wests Tigers18:44 - South Sydney Rabbitohs28:00 - Parramatta Eels35:56 - Gold Coast Titans40:41 - New Zealand Warriors45:45 - Brisbane Broncos51:27 - St George Illawarra Dragons59:21 - The Dolphins1:07:11 - Canberra Raiders1:13:08 - Newcastle Knights1:19:32 - Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs1:27:23 - Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles1:34:32 - North Queensland Cowboys1:38:33 - Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks1:42:06 - Sydney Roosters1:46:15 - Melbourne Storm1:49:47 - Penrith Panthers1:54:18 - NRL Ladder Predictions: Summary1:57:00 - NRL Grand Final Predictions1:59:10 - Dally M and Team of the Year Predictions2:03:36 - State of Origin and Wally Lewis Medal Predictions2:05:18 - Ashes Series, Pacific Cup and Golden Boot Predictions2:06:31 - Super League and Man of Steel Predictions2:08:08 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Clarkie, Guildy and Tass return for Season Five of The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast, ushering in the new rugby league season with their first episode of 2025 covering all the off-season rugby league happenings!——TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Intro11:32 - Opening month of the Sideline Story Episodes13:23 - Join our Tipping & Supercoach money-comps14:42 - Episode Overview16:58 - Will a 15-minute sinbin work in the NRL?30:50 - World Club Challenge cancelled in 202535:52 - Will PNG succeed when they join the NRL in 2028?59:45 - Should Ezra Mam have been suspended for one season?1:09:15 - Bulldogs lead push for player-names on jerseys1:20:40 - NRLW announce their own Magic Round1:24:24 - Is Laurie Daley the right choice as NSW Blues coach for 2025?1:34:34 - International Rugby League 2024 results; Golden Boot winners; 2025 IRL calendar1:46:48 - Player Transfers and Rumours (Brown, Gutho, Val, Cookie, Hunt, Thompson, May, Robson, Bateman, and more)2:29:29 - Outro——Click the link to follow us on Instagram, Facebook & TikTok, check out our sponsors, or to listen on your preferred podcasting platform:https://linktr.ee/thesidelinestoryrlpodcast——Hosted by Daniel Tassone, Nicholas Guild & Ryan Clarke.Podcast mixed by Daniel Tassone using Garageband.Podcast distributed to all major listening apps using Spotify for Podcasters.Music credit for this episode: ‘Chase' [prod. Yrii Semchyshyn from Pixabay].——Logo designed by Tahlia Zaccomer.© The Sideline Story: Rugby League Podcast, 2021.——“You're listening to The Sideline Story Rugby League Podcast: The Greatest View of Rugby League from the Sideline”

Clarkie returns to talk Halloween and Josh has gone viral on Tik Tok

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today - Seniors are getting scammed more and more. But there are ways to help protect loved ones.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Senior Scam Alert: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Clark Howard's Simple Steps To Get Better Customer Service Do Not Give Your Social Security Number at These Places 403b Wise   /   What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? Should You Get a Business Credit Card? | When is it Worth it? 10 Clark Howard 'Never, Not Ever' Rules To Protect Your Money 7 Things To Know Before You Use Zelle Should I Use a Credit Card or Give Up My Bank Account Info To Save 2.3%? How To Create a Safe Password Scamming Seniors Is a Growing Problem. Wall Street Wants Washington to Stop It Elder fraud has reached epidemic proportions – a geriatrician explains what older Americans need to know — The Conversation Are older adults more vulnerable to scams? What psychologists have learned about who's most susceptible, and when — The Conversation Why You Should Never Prepay for a Rental Car How To Dispute a Charge on Your Credit Card Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

In today's show - this is an election year, and we don't do politics here. But we're hearing all sorts of perspectives from across the political spectrum about whether Americans are doing better or worse than they were years ago. Clark cuts through the clutter to get at what's really going on in a segment called Clarkonomics.  Also, what's more American than good old USA legal tender? So what do you do when many places no longer accept cash? Clarkonomics: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 No Cash Zones: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: CEOs made nearly 200 times what their workers got paid last year PEW - The State of the American Middle Class  Middle-class Americans are falling behind When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance? One Tech Tip: Use a roaming eSIM on your summer travels to avoid cellphone data fees 10 Things Homeowners Insurance Doesn't Always Cover Want to Pay Cash? That'll Cost You Extra How to Teach Young Kids About Money How to wipe the hard drive of a Windows computer. Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today Clark talks about our two biggest cost areas -transportation and housing. There's good news - and bad, depending on whether you're looking to buy or sell a used car. Plus, the outlook for new car buyers. And, the American Dream has long included a vision of homeownership. But is it possible to build wealth while renting? Car Prices: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Wealth Building Rewrite: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: CarMax Stock Rises After Earnings Dip. There's a Used-Car Shortage Axios: Charted: Return of the lower-cost vehicle How To Buy a Used Car - Clark.com How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps Renting Forever and Trying to Create a Strong Financial Future 10 Big U.S. Cities With the Cheapest Apartment Rents How To Open a Roth IRA Invest & Retire - Clark.com Best Online Banks: Free Checking and High-Interest Savings Accounts Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! Clark.com resources Epsode 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

Today - Clark discusses what's behind the collapse in customer service over the past 2 years and how savvy companies can distinguish themselves. Also, Tax ID theft remains a growing problem that can impact people for years. Know the two important steps tax filers can take now to protect their identity.  Customer No-Service: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Tax ID Theft: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Customer Experience Gets Worse. Again. Complaints are different when customers think a company cares — The Conversation Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Review: What You Should Know About the Travel Card BBB-File a Complaint NYTimes: First a Victim of Tax Return Identity Theft, Then a 2-Year Wait for a Refund NYTimes: Rampant Identity Theft Is Taxing the I.R.S. How To Deal With Tax Return Identity Theft Why You Do Not Want To Get a Big Tax Refund Check Reduce your withholding to beat tax refund ID thieves Why automatic savings works: How to do it & the best ways to save Get An Identity Protection PIN | Internal Revenue Service Rolling PWN Attack /  How to protect your keyless car from theft Scam Alert: How To Protect Yourself From Voice Cloning Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

In this episode - A new stat reveals what percentage of parents go into debt taking their children to Disney. You won't believe it. Plus Clark has good news & booking tips for fall travelers. Also, AI is certainly shifting the landscape of many industries. So how can workers prepare for the changes it will bring? Disney Debt & Fall Travel: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 AI & The Job Market: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: What's the Best Way To Get a Deal on Disney Hotels and Resorts? Disney trips lead to debt for almost 50% of parents with young children, study finds Holiday Travel Is Booming. Why Are Airlines Doing So Badly? WSJ Beware of This Hot Vacation Rental Scam When You Don't Need 'Cancel for Any Reason' Travel Insurance Cancel for Any Reason Trip Insurance: Should You Buy It? How to post a hotel review online without getting any blowback BBB-File a Complaint Five things Gen Z should do to prepare for AI in the workplace How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion FCC rolls out mandatory ‘nutrition labels' for internet providers' plans Liability vs. Full Coverage: Which Auto Insurance Do You Need? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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, Clark discusses how he handles prescriptions in order to save money, and announces our new cash back credit card tool at Clark.com  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 PBMs and Your Rx Costs: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: CREDIT CARDS - Clark.com Why Our Travel Expert Thinks This New Tool Is a “Game Changer” 7 Ways To Maximize Credit Card Rewards in 2024 ICS® & CDARS Can I Trust the FDIC's Recommendations on Getting Insured for More Than $250,000 at a Single Bank? Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards What Does Clark Howard Think About Vanguard's New Cash Deposit Feature? NYTimes: The Opaque Industry Secretly Inflating Prices for Prescription Drugs NYTimes: What to Do if You're Overpaying for Prescriptions Amazon Pharmacy expands $5 monthly subscription to Medicare patients 10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs Will Mark Cuban's Prescription Company Really Save You Money? Team Cuban Card - Home Hospitals Are Refusing to Do Surgeries Unless You Pay in Full First Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 Public.com+Public Investing Disclosure: Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans are learning to save more on groceries - Clark tells you how. Also, Clark discusses the REAL problem with the housing market in America and solutions that exist - mostly elsewhere. We need to get on this now.  Save More On Groceries: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Innovate Home Building: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: US shoppers tighten their belts in a most unlikely place: the grocery store Axios: What's behind the summer of discounts Axios: The case for grocery price progress WSJ: The Era of One-Stop Grocery Shopping Is Over How to Save Money on Groceries: 22 Clever Ways 6 Best Apps To Save Money on Groceries Why You Should Never Use Roadside Assistance These beliefs are what separate wealthy people from everyone else Are You Rich? The Amount Americans Need To Live Comfortably NYTimes: How an American Dream of Housing Became a Reality in Sweden These concrete homes want to take over your subdivision Rollovers From a 529 Plan to Roth IRA: What to Know Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Now we're learning that some apps are spying on drivers for the insurance industry - apps that could be on your phone right now.  Also, when's the last time you checked your credit report? Clark explains why you should check routinely, and how to fix errors, which - unfortunately, are very common. Know the 3 things you can do right now to protect your credit.  Apps That Spy On How You Drive: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Credit Report Errors: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Is Your Driving Being Secretly Scored? How Strict is the 20/3/8 Rule When Purchasing a Car? How To Buy a Used Car Credit report errors are more common than you think. Here's how to dispute one -USA TODAY How To Get a Free Credit Report (Clark.com) How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion How To Set Up Your Own Biweekly Mortgage Plan Without Paying Any Fees HP subscription plan   //   Where To Buy the Best Cheap Printer Should I Update My Income With My Bank or Credit Card Company? Should You Ever Decline a Credit Limit Increase? How Many Credit Cards Should I Have? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

In today's episode, Clark shares why he recently switched cell phone carriers, what the process was like, and which company he's with now. There are so many opportunities to save on your monthly bill! Speaking of saving - is it really saving when you spend more to get a bigger discount? Clark talks about “spaving”. Clark's Cell Carrier Switch: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 The “Spaving” Trap: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon get beaten by small carrier in customer satisfaction - PhoneArena Report: The Best Cell Phone Providers in America (Clark.com) Cheap Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price Google Fi Review: My Experience as a Five-Year Customer (Pros and Cons) Should You Buy Cell Phone Insurance? (Clark.com) These Credit Cards Will Replace Your Stolen or Damaged Phone (Clark.com) When Companies Ask for Your Social Security Number, Try Saying No - WSJ How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion Buy two, get one half off? How 'spaving' discounts can derail your finances 4 free services to thwart the identity thieves lurking in your mailbox Best 529 College Savings Plans By State How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor How to Settle an Estate 6 Things To Know About Series I Savings Bonds Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today, Clark discusses USAA concerning the terrible customer-no-service we are hearing about in every area of their business - and the fraud going on from bank hackers in general. There are steps you can take to better secure your financial accounts. Also, doing business with a big broker does not mean you are going to have big cash returns. Clark explains full commission vs discount brokers.  USAA & Bank Hacking: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Brokerage Choice & Fiduciaries: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Military and Veterans Guide: Free Resources for Your Finances USAA members say the bank is doing little to stop hackers ‘It's just a nightmare': More and more USAA members who lost thousands of dollars are sharing stories of fraud USAA: 10 Things To Know Before You Get an Auto Policy AI Is Helping Scammers Outsmart You—and Your Bank How secure are banking apps? Here are some key steps all banks – and users – should be following — The Conversation A Hacker Tried and Failed To Get Into My Account. Now What? How To Open a Roth IRA Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment Morgan Stanley Sued Over Paltry Rate It Pays on Client Cash Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024 Why Big Banks Are a Bad Place for Your Cash What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One? How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor Wealthfront Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons 5 Best Robo-Advisors in 2024 Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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, Clark talks about the changing nature of dining out, including shortened restaurant hours and the use of robots - trends that show how businesses adapt to labor shortages and other challenges. And Clark and producer Grace reflect on the personal and national significance of the 4th of July. Clark returns after next week. Have a wonderful 4th of July Holiday!  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Dining Out Is Changing: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion NYTimes: Feeling Consumers' Pain, Retailers Bring Back Discounts When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance? SmartPlug Instant Hot Water Control The robots preparing to get their hands on your lunch [The Washington Post] The new dining reality: Smaller groups and shorter weeks Axios: Restaurants are having their biggest year ever Clark Warns Major Changes To Credit Card Rewards Are Coming Soon In California, Hotels and Rentals Must Reveal Fees Upfront. What Does That Mean for You? Fourth of July - Origins, Early Celebrations & Traditions A message from Clark about the 4th of July Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today Clark goes back to basics on 403(b) plans and 401(k)s. And Speaking of saving, how about saving way more by doing a no-buy (except for necessities) month? Some people are managing to do just that! 403(b) & 401(k) Plans: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 The No-Buy Challenge: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? (Clark.com) Pros and Cons of 403(b) Plans What Is a 401(k) Plan and How Does It Work? Pump Up Your 401(k). New Roth Rules Make It Easy NYTimes: Was the 401(k) a Mistake? About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds 10 Clark Howard 'Never, Not Ever' Rules To Protect Your Money Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024 Fidelity vs. Vanguard vs. Schwab: Which Brokerage Is Best? How To Open a Roth IRA 403bwise: The K-12 403(b) is broken. Together we can fix it. Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips What Is a Good Credit Score? Axios: The no-buy challenge / Axios: No-buy revolution More people make 'no-buy year' pledges as overspending or climate worries catch up with them Tempted to try a no-buy year? Here are tips from people doing it Is an HSA the Best Way To Save for Future Medical Expenses? Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)? The Best Places To Buy Hearing Aids Stash puts the power of investing in the palm of your hand Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Smaller retailers being beaten by Goliath big box stores is an ongoing concern. Clark discusses a notable exception and their secret to success. Also, if you've purchased Amazon's electronics brands over the years, Clark has a money saving tip to keep in mind.  Small Business Success: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Save On Amazon Electronics: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How Ace Hardware, America's neighborhood hardware store for 100 years, is beating its big-box rivals How to Deal With Medical Debt Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills? De Beers Will Quit Growing Diamonds for Jewelry | National Jeweler 7 Places to Get the Best Deals on Lab-Created Diamonds Key Savvy EV Credit Buy a lot of Amazon gadgets? You could get 20% off each time Clark Deals - TABLETS Best Budgeting Apps in 2024: Our Top 5 Have a CD Maturing Soon? How Letting It Roll Over Could Really Cost You Are Airline Miles Worth It? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today, Clark talks about how much you can save by shopping mortgage rates. The difference can mean a savings of 6 figures over the life of a loan. Later - how do Shein and Temu keep their items so cheap?  Comparison Shop Mortgages: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Shein & Temu: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: New York Post: 5 states where homebuyers could save more than $100K by comparison shopping for a mortgage How to Get a Mortgage in 8 Steps [How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor (Clark.com) Advice Only Network  /  Flat Fee Advisors] What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It? No-tariff shipments popular with Shein, Temu hit US customs speedbump Is Temu Legit? 4 Things To Know 9 Things You Should Always Buy Used Stitch Fix Review: 4 Things To Know Before Signing Up 9 tricks to slash spending on clothes How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps / How To Buy a Used Car Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 explains the problems with Social Security funding, and how he would fix them. Another heated topic today - student loans. As interest rates on loans rise, Clark shares alternative ideas for funding college.  Social Security: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Student Loan Rates: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Social Security's Funding Crunch Worsens as the Top 6% Get Richer Will Social Security Run Out? / When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security? Why Clark Says Everyone Should Have a Dash Cam Is Medical Tourism Right for You? (Clark.com) Top 7 Things to Look for When Choosing a Medical Tourism Facilitator What Is a 1031 Exchange? Know the Rules - Investopedia NYTimes: Interest on Federal Student Loans Is Rising to 6.53%-Education Dept. announces highest federal student loan interest rate in more than a decade Brands from Burger King to Coke to Lockheed Martin are leaning in on scholarships to capture Gen Z How to find an internship in the federal government / Education Archives - Clark Howard What Is Mean Reversion, and How Do Investors Use It? Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) Program Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know (Clark.com) Should I Buy Additional Insurance From a Rental Car Company? The Hospital Mistakenly Charged Me $25,000 for a Rabies Shot. What Do I Do? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 - home renovations have slowed way down, and suddenly it isn't taking as long to hire a contractor. So when does it make sense to renovate?  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Home Renovations: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle? Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)? Best Travel Credit Cards: Top Rewards Picks for 2024 5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room The Points Guy - Maximize your travel. uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Spending on home renovations slows, but high remodeling costs mean little relief in sight for buyers The Only Reason You Should Make an Improvement to Your Home 6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor Here's How Long Your Home Appliances Should Last Should I Turn To Costco for a Home Renovation Project? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today - Clark's Birthday, presents an opportunity to update his health journey and share recommendations from the Prostate Cancer Foundation during Men's Health Month. Also, a top concern is the safety of our teen drivers. There's a great new collaborative list of the most reliable used cars under $10,000 for teens to drive. Clark's Birthday & Cancer Update: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Safest Cars For Teens: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Clark Howard and the Prostate Cancer Foundation ETIAS - travel to Europe - European Union BBB-File a Complaint The safest used cars for teen drivers CR - Safe Vehicles For Teens Are Money Market Accounts As Safe as High-Yield Savings Accounts? ICS® & CDARS Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

There's a lot of talk about living to 100 and beyond these days. Longevity science is a big business, but along with living longer, we need to ensure our financial security. Also, get Clark's take on recent reports concerning potential lengthy power blackouts. Health & Financial Longevity: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Power Grid Blackouts: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Blue Zones: A Blueprint for Adapting Health and Financial Security into Longevity The booming business of eternal youth Vanguard Review: Pros & Cons How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations What's the Best Way To Donate to a Charity? Cheap Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price [The Washington Post] Where heat waves might cause blackouts: Look up your area This Boston startup created renewable energy storage that's 10 times cheaper than lithium-ion batteries 8 Things To Know Before You Fly Frontier Airlines Stacked vs. Unstacked Auto Insurance: 2024 Guide Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today - auto theft is a huge problem around the country, and thieves have figured out a way to duplicate your car keys by intercepting the signal, often from outside your home. Clark shares a cheap easy way to help prevent this.  Also, key warnings if you're looking for a remote job, as unfortunately we're hearing from a lot of job seekers who've been ripped off by employment-related scams. Prevent Car Theft: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Remote Job Scams: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How to protect your keyless car from theft Search: Key Fob Pouch Protectors How To Find Cheap Flights in 3 Easy Steps Using Cellular Data Internationally: Buying a Local SIM Card 5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room How To Plan a Trip: Clark's Best Travel Tips To Save Money Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment How To Open a Roth IRA Watch for these red flags when searching remote job listings If you're out of work, don't fall for a phony job offer Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 recent fraud attempt against Graceland has reignited concerns about title fraud. Clark shares 3 ways to protect against the rare but heinous crime of property theft. Also, we've talked a lot about the rising cost of homeowner's insurance, but the biggest problem many of us face is being underinsured. Guard Against Title Fraud: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Adequate Home Insurance: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Scammers Tried to Sell Graceland. How to Prevent Your Home From Being Next. Home Title Lock: Is It the Same As Home Title Insurance? (Clark.com) What Is Owner's Title Insurance and Do You Need It? (Clark.com) How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service Can YouMail Really Put an End to Robocalls? [The Washington Post] Home insurance was once a ‘must.' Now more homeowners are going without. Best And Worst Homeowners Insurance Companies (Clark.com) 9 Ways To Lower Your Home Insurance Premiums (Clark.com) Dept. of Energy - HEAT PUMPS How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps Clark Howard's Advice on Buying Gold Should You Buy Gold at Costco? Clark.com - Invest & Retire Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 in this episode, only around 52% of employees with retirement plans offered through their employer are contributing. Clark shares statistics that will encourage workers to start saving asap for retirement. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 SAVING - The Sooner The Better: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How To Save Money on Utilities 8 Tips for Staying Cool Without Heating Up Your Energy Bill 12 Things You Never Knew You Could Get From Your Local Library Kaizen: Understanding the Japanese Business Philosophy The Earlier You Take Advantage of Your 401(k), the Better 401(k) Calculator With Match Clark.com - INVEST & RETIRE Retailers use police-like investigation centers to fight theft. Shoppers pay the price How to Advocate for Yourself at the Dentist Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 is a champion of entrepreneurship. Unfortunately, there are many multilevel marketing companies designed to make you think you're really starting a business, when in actuality you are sinking your money into a hole. Also today - it's officially summer travel season. What you see at airport security may surprise you. Beware MLMs: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Airport Security Lines: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Why Americans keep getting roped into multilevel marketing schemes What Is Long-Term Care Insurance Cost & Coverage How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft TSA PreCheck® vs. Global Entry vs. CLEAR: Which Is Best for You? Will TSA's New Self-Screening Service Save You Time At The Airport? TSA unveils first self-screening security lane at Las Vegas airport TSA unveils a prototype self-service airport checkpoint security screening system How Should I Handle Car Insurance for My Teenage Driver? What Are Index Funds? / What Is an ETF? 3 Places You Should Never Invest Your Money Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024 Should I Invest a Lump Sum at Once or Through Dollar-Cost Averaging? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today, Clark encourages you to spend on something of vital importance, because ultimately, it will help you SAVE MORE. Also today - There's a shift taking place in the housing market. Clark provides an update. Investing In Health: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Housing Market Update: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Your level of physical activity could be a vital sign  15 of the Best Free Workout And Fitness Apps Follow the 'Minute Rule' to make exercise a daily habit [What Is Service Line Insurance and Do I Need It? (Clark.com)] 4 Insurance Policies You Actually Need (and 6 You Don't) Housing market inventory is shifting. Here's what the data shows Betterment vs. Wealthfront: Which Robo-Advisor Is Best for You? Betterment Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons Wealthfront Review: How It Works, Pros & Cons 5 Best Robo-Advisors in 2024 / Best Financial Advisors in 2024 Fidelity Personalized Planning & Advice Review Comparing Hybrid Financial Advisors: Vanguard vs. Schwab vs. Fidelity How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps // How To Buy a Used Car Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Various devices we use in our lives from alarm systems to fitness trackers - collect personal data. Clark discusses how to balance protecting your privacy with utilizing modern technology. Also today, huge bills that arrive after a hospitalization are often far from accurate. Clark shares strategies for dealing with these, and potentially lowering the costs.  Technology Vs Privacy: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Medical Bills: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Do you really own the digital items you paid for? When companies share your personal information without your permission Why Walmart bought TV-maker Vizio for $2.3 billion - Axios F.S.A. vs. H.S.A.: What to Know About the Accounts That Pay Medical Costs Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)? Are you confronting a big medical bill? Attack it with a plan — and these tips How to Deal With Medical Debt - Clark.com Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills? Unlimited Plans Comparison: T-Mobile vs. AT&T vs. Verizon Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely My Cable Company Is Raising Prices Unless I Enroll in Auto-Pay. Is It Safe? Airlines you can book using Avios: How to maximize your points Point.me /// Going™ | Formerly Scott's Cheap Flights How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Keeping your finances organized creates more efficiency and less stress in your life. Today Clark goes back to basics on what kind of documentation you should keep, and for how long. Also, millions of our aging loved ones are aggressively targeted and collectively scammed out of billions each year. Clark offers adult children some direction for becoming proactive, in order to help protect vulnerable seniors.  Your Important Documents: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Protecting Our Elders: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Advice | Keep these 10 financial documents forever. Scan and shred the rest. Which Documents Should You Keep and for How Long? (Clark.com) Calculators - Clark Howard The Easiest Way to Start Saving for Retirement When You're Saving Zero Right Now How Much of Each Paycheck You Should Save or Invest 5 questions to ask when helping an older parent with money Seven Ways to Protect Older Adults from Financial Abuse Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions Target Date Funds: Clark's Favorite Retirement Investment  What Are Index Funds? /// What Is an ETF? How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor AAA Membership: Is It Worth It? Why You Should Never Use Roadside Assistance Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 - Retirement can be the beginning of a wonderful new life! But it can also present serious challenges after a lifetime of working, including depression. Clark talks about avoiding this pitfall, and making the most of your golden years.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Joy In Retirement: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Costco vs. Sam's Club: What Is the Difference? Overdraft Protection: What Is It? Do You Really Need It? 5 Tips To Protect Your Digital Privacy How age-friendly universities can improve the second half of life — The Conversation Why Retirees Are Going Back to College What the Heck is a Core Pursuit? Five Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Retired The Center for Auto Safety: Learn the latest news in auto safety. Virtual Credit Cards: An Online Security Measure Worth Taking? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Only 1 in 4 people realize you can negotiate on items you think come at a fixed price. You can negotiate everything from the price of a new car to your cable bill to large appliances. Also, social media is full of pitches selling supplements and powders with claims they can improve your health and change your life. Not so fast. What you need to know about dietary supplements.  Price Negotiation: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Warning: Dietary Supplements: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: A Guide To Negotiating For Cars, TV Bills, Home Renos And More Is It Worth Buying High-End Appliances? Here's How Long Your Home Appliances Should Last The best time and place to buy appliances Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Dietary supplements and protein powders fall under a ‘wild west' of unregulated products that necessitate caveats and caution — The Conversation How To Avoid Fraud With Herbal Supplements ConsumerLab.com /  NSF International /  U.S. Pharmacopeia Consumer Federation of America Life Insurance Rate of Return Service How To Find and Claim Missing Money in Your Name Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 checks in on the current state of cryptocurrency - where it's been, where it's going. Also today, a look at the financial education young students are getting - including the FiCycle curriculum, and how you can start teaching them at home.  Cypto Basics: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Financial Education: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: What Clark Howard Thinks of 'Crypto Winter' After Big Crash Axios: SEC sends Robinhood's crypto business Wells Notice Robinhood Markets receives SEC notice for alleged securities violations at crypto unit Why You Should Never Mail a Check NYTimes: The Key to Better Math Education? Explaining Money. Why Clark Howard Uses Unit Price To Save Money When Shopping How to Teach Young Kids About Money When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security? Best Travel Credit Cards: Top Rewards Picks for 2024 DOT - File a Consumer Complaint Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau BBB-File a Complaint Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today - What summer sunscreen shoppers need to know about effective, affordable skin protection. Also - Perennial questions about owning car warranties have only increased in the age of modern vehicles - basically computers on wheels that are more expensive than ever to repair. Clark shares new data & direction on warranties.   Choosing Sunscreen: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Auto Repair Costs & Warranties: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: SUNSCREEN - Consumer Reports NYTimes: How to Avoid One of the Deadliest Forms of Skin Cancer Fender benders mean serious high-tech repairs now Should You Buy an Extended Warranty on Your Car? Buying Gas From a Station on This List Is Better for Your Car What's the Best Way To Send Money Overseas? What's the Best Way To Exchange Dollars for Foreign Currency? 5 Money Tips To Know Before You Travel Abroad Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Using reward points for summer airfare and hotels has been a great way to save over the years, but operators have long been devaluing these programs, and are limiting how you can earn those points. Know how to better manage the moving targets that are today's variable travel rewards. Also, a special guest: Our man Anthony visited Manhattan's Fairway Market, and reports on the latest version of cashier-less tech - the automated shopping cart. Travel Loyalty Points: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Smart Shopping Carts: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: American Airlines No Longer Awards Miles On Most Third Party Bookings - View from the Wing  NYTimes.com: To Protect Your Miles, Be Careful How You Book Find Best Flight Deals With Free American Express Tool Point.me Why Our Travel Expert Thinks This New Tool Is a “Game Changer” How To Open a Roth IRA How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion 10 Ways To Save Money on Car Insurance [NY Post] Future of shopping: Instacart debuts AI-driven 'smart carts' to NYC retailers No more 'just walk out' at Amazon grocery stores. The new bet is smart shopping carts Amazon's cashier-less technology was to revolutionize grocery shopping. It's been a flop Amazon Ditches "Just Walk Out" Checkouts at Its Grocery Stores Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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, something many of us need but generally ignore is life insurance. Clark helps you take it off the back burner and take care of business, with info on how much you need and how to buy it.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Life Insurance 101: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards How Do I Use All the Funds on My Virtual Gift Card? The One and Only Exception to Clark Howard's 'No Gift Card' Rule Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy Mint Mobile Review: 6 Things To Know Before You Sign Up 3 Things To Know About Amazon Pharmacy Before You Sign Up Why It's Still Better To Fill Prescriptions at Costco Than Amazon 10 Ways To Save on Prescription Drugs How Much Life Insurance Do I Need? - Clark.com Best Term Life Insurance Companies, Plans & Coverage Life Insurance Archives - Clark Howard Quotacy: Quote, compare and buy life insurance online Vacations To Go: Can You Find Bargain Cruises? Costco Travel: 5 Things To Know Before You Book Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

How do we determine our “magic number” - the amount we need to retire? Clark weighs in on the debate about how much it takes to be financially secure, and how to start and keep making progress. Also today -private placements, hedge funds, limited partnerships, private equity - beware of this type of non-traditional investment “opportunity”. Even when they're legit, there's no liquidity, and extremely high expenses. It pays to know why you need to avoid investing with anyone who is not a fiduciary. How Much Do You Need To Retire?: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Risky Investment Pitches: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: The “Magic Number” Needed to Retire Comfortably Is More Than You Think Americans Believe They Will Need $1.46 Million to Retire Comfortably According to Northwestern Mutual 2024 Planning & Progress Study - Apr 2, 2024 Retirement crisis looms as Americans struggle to save How to Start Investing: 10 Steps (Clark.com) How To Save Money: Spend Less & Build Your Savings Warning: Here's What Those Debt Settlement Companies Don't Tell You Clark Howard's 2024 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy 6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling Best 529 College Savings Plans By State How To Open a Roth IRA The AJC: Atlanta hedge fund manager charged in $10M fraud scheme Best Financial Advisors in 2024 Should You Make Your Child an Authorized User on Your Credit Card? Best Credit Cards for Students: Top Picks for 2024 Travel Archives - Clark Howard 4 Ways To Get Your Free Credit Score Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 discusses the big bank response to higher savings rates and spells out your options to make the most of your savings. Also today - small business owners are stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to borrowing money. Beware “quick” loans. Clark has a better way. Maximize Your Savings Rate: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Legal Loan Sharks Plague Small Business: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Banks pay savers more as ‘higher-for-longer' rates hit interest income Clark.com - Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts Montway Auto Transport: Top-Rated Auto Transport Company uShip Review: 5 Things To Know Before You Use the Shipping Service Facebook Marketplace Scams: Everything You Need to Know Small businesses are still struggling to get financing, a year after bank failures Best Small Business Credit Cards: Top Picks for 2024 (Clark.com) Best Cash Back Credit Cards With No Annual Fee in 2024 Best 2% Cash Back Credit Cards: 8 Options in 2024 Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards Amazon “Prime Visa” Card Review: 5% Back for Amazon Prime Members How To Get the Best Price Possible Shopping Online Clark Deals - Today's Best Deals of the Day How To Spot a Fake Online Store in 6 Easy Steps Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today - you may have heard that Walmart is closing its health centers. With the failure of this healthcare option, along with the state of the clinic attempts made by Walgreens & CVS, there's an important healthcare takeaway to be prepared for. Also, are you ready to see a driverless tractor-trailer on the road? Are they safe? Your Primary Care Physician: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Autonomous 18 Wheelers: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: NYTimes: Walmart Is Shutting Health Centers After Plan to Expand Walmart to close its 51 health centers, virtual care service Walmart says it will close its 51 health centers and virtual care service My Neighbor's Dead Tree Is About To Fall on My House. What Do I Do? Can I Trust the FDIC's Recommendations on Getting Insured for More Than $250,000 at a Single Bank? Why Are Retailers Adding an Additional $1 Charge on My Credit Card? How Many Bank Accounts Should You Have? - Clark Howard Self-driving trucks are ready to roll Want To Guard Your Privacy Online? Search the Web With DuckDuckGo DuckDuckGo - Get Email Protection: More Privacy, Same Inbox Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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, we've talked about the cost of college, and how it can hamper parents saving for their own retirement. But what about supporting adult children post-college age? Clark shares some concerning stats. What's your take? We have a popular thread on our free Clark.com Community on this topic,  linked here and we invite you to share thoughts on financially supporting adult children. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Paying For Adult Children: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Streaming TV - Clark.com Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle? How to Get Your Kids to Step Off the Gravy Train 60% of Parents Pay Bills For Adult Children. Do You? When it's time to financially cut off your adult children Clark.com Community - What is the appropriate age to wean your child off your financial support? And how much money should you give an adult child if any? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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 has never been a fan of brand names, and it seems he's been ahead of the curve. Now consumers, sick of high prices, are fighting back. New private labels are popping up and it's great for our wallets. Also today, with short-term rental bans proliferating, Clark has a key rule for purchasing investment property.  Private Label Store Brands Vs Big Brand Names: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Buying Investment Property: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Consumers Fed Up With Food Costs Are Ditching Big Brands Barrons: Walmart Is the Nation's Largest Grocer. Why It Added a New Private Label Food Brand. Walmart Takes On Trader Joe's and Whole Foods With New Premium Brand - WSJ How to Save Money on Groceries: 22 Clever Ways - Clark.com Are Airbnbs banned in Hawaii? New law seeks to crack down on short-term rentals -USA TODAY What Is a 1031 Exchange? Know the Rules Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today, an important update on Inflation Savings Bonds. Clark explains how these bonds work over time and the advantage of owning new Series I Bonds. Also, extra fees have been a topic on the show in recent years. There's a new fee in town making a splash - Clark tells you how to avoid it.  UPDATE - Series I Savings Bonds: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Cancellation & No-Show Fees: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Barrons: Treasury Sets New Rate of 4.28% for I Bonds as Inflation Ebbs 6 Things To Know About Series I Savings Bonds The Era of ‘No-Show' Fees Is Here—and It's Going to Cost You - WSJ Should You Stay With Vanguard Despite the New Fee Announcement? NolahMattress - Is It Legal to Sell a Used Mattress? A State-by-State Guide The Best Place To Buy a Mattress How Can I Get Rid of My Old Mattress Cheaply? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Clarkonomics! Clark discusses how the US economy stacks up against the rest of the world, including concerns about our deficit. Also, Clark and Christa have a long running disagreement about a payment practice. Christa was right. Clark has changed his mind. Clarkonomics: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Automatic Payments: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: The US dollar is strengthening. Here's what's driving the rally and what it means for Americans America's debt problem is storing up trouble for the rest of the world Inflation Is Stubborn. Is the Federal Budget Deficit Making It Worse? Stubborn Inflation Could Prod Fed to Keep Rates High for Longer With Inflation This High, Nobody Knows What a Dollar Is Worth Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)? Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) Money Talk with Liz Weston: Can my credit score really be marred over $20?  Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely Credit Score Guide   /   Should You Get a Store Credit Card? Is a Self-Directed Real Estate IRA Right for Your Retirement? Real Estate Investing: What To Know BEFORE You Start What Should You Do if Your Insurance Claim Is Denied? Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

In this episode - did you hear about the T-Mobile customer who received a six figure bill for an international trip? Get Clark smart advice for traveling overseas with your phone. Also today - there's a new warning out about a scam trying to collect money from you from phantom tolls. International Calling: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Toll Collection Scam Warning: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: PhoneArena: This T-Mobile customer got a $143442.74 bill after a three-week Switzerland vacation The Best International Phone Plans Google Fi Wireless: My Experience as a Five-Year Customer (Pros and Cons) Hello Mobile How To Choose the Best Charities for Your Donations What's the Best Way To Donate to a Charity? Alert: FBI issues warning on toll road smishing scam USA TODAY: Road toll 'smishing' texts on the rise, FBI says: Here's what to know E-ZPass Group - Home T-Mobile 5G Home Internet: 5 Things To Know Before You Sign Up How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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, we've talked a lot about renting vs. buying in today's housing market. New data makes a compelling argument and provides direction for aspiring homeowners.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Rent Vs Buy A Home: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Best 529 College Savings Plans By State Homes at Menards® Insurers Are Spying on Your Home From the Sky Axios: Unpacking the productivity surge Where should I place a carbon monoxide detector? The $10 Travel Essential Clark Howard Always Packs Big city dwellers are better off renting than buying a home everywhere, analysis says - USA TODAY One-Third of Parents Are Paying An Adult Child's House Down Payment? Are You? Map: Here's Zillow's updated home-price forecast for more than 400 housing markets The cost breakdown of building a single-family home The Only Reason You Should Make an Improvement to Your Home 29 home remodeling projects that offer the best payback 6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor Senior Planning Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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

Today, Clark shares a personal story about a sleazy sales call he received from one of the big alarm companies - tied to an internet provider. Also in this episode, pet owners need to understand what's going on in the veterinary medicine profession so they can choose wisely, and protect their wallets. DIY Home Security: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Veterinary Bills: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: ADT USA Reviews | Read Customer Service Reviews of adt.com Your Guide to DIY Home Security Systems Which Home Security Systems Rank Better Than Ring? Turo: 5 Things To Know About the Cheap Car Rental Service Credit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know My Credit Card Offers Some Rental Car Coverage. Why Do I Still Need To Involve My Primary Auto Insurance? Why Your Vet Bill Is So High  /  Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Best 529 College Savings Plans By State Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips Thank you for listening today, Clarkies! If you want to be part of our “Clarkie” segment, call 404-981-2071 to leave a comment or story. We may play it during a future episode! 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