09.19.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / HOTELS: What’s In A Name
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Something else that stinks? Finding rats in a hotel room! Clark explains why the name on the building is no longer a guarantee when it comes to hotel chains - and how you should approach booking.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Devalued Hotel Brands: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
What Is an Annuity, and Why Does Clark Think They Stink?
How Two Clark-Approved Annuities Can Reduce Retirement Stress
How To Get a Gym Membership for Practically Free
Charles Schwab - What is a variable annuity?
View from the Wing: Guest Pulls Out Marriott Sofa Bed, Finds Rotting Baby Rats — Compensation Denied
3 Reasons You Should Never Book a Nonrefundable Hotel Room
About Elliott Advocacy
5 Best Credit Card Bonuses and Recommendations in September
Best Credit Card Sign-up Bonuses
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card: 6 Things To Know in 2025
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09.17.25 A Homebuyer’s Budget Reckoning / First Hand Knowledge Of Second Hand Stores
A stressful, burdensome price pressure squeeze play - this describes housing costs today. So potential homebuyers have much to consider. Clark talks through how to think realistically about the real cost of home ownership. Also today, the first way to stretch a dollar is to shop second hand. A simple reminder to explore a wider area of where to buy used near you!
True Cost Of Home Ownership: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Thrifting Is Brilliant: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
The 28% Rule for Housing: Does It Still Work in Today’s Market?
4 Things To Know Before You Buy Renters Insurance
Best Credit Cards for Students: Top Picks for 2025
What Brokerage Do You Recommend for First-Time Investors or Kids?
Fidelity Investments Review: Pros & Cons
Thrifting is still big business, according to Pinterest
Pawn shops: The surprising shopping destination
6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
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09.16.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss
5 Pillars of Investing (Good Times and Bad) and How To Pay 0% on Capital Gains
Investing in today's world can feel complicated, but it doesn't have to be. Fiduciary financial advisor Wes Moss breaks down the "5 Pillars of Investing" for both good times and bad. Also, he shares a powerful strategy to potentially pay 0% on your long-term capital gains, based on new tax law changes.
Mentioned on the show:
The 4% rule is now the 4.7% rule. Here's why that matters.
There’s a ‘golden opportunity’ to pay 0% capital gains under Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill,’ experts say
Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the September 16, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions at clark.com/ask.
We hope you enjoy our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes, in which Christa and Wes discuss investing and retirement savings in depth. Let us know what you think in the comments!
Learn more about Wes:
BOOKS BY WES MOSS
Wes Moss, CFP®
Wes Moss - Clark.com
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09.15.25 High Alert: Protect Your Accounts / Employment: Forward Thinking
In today’s show, crooks are finding new, sophisticated ways to get into your accounts. There are risks with voice ID, 2 factor authentication, spoofing, pretexting and more. Clark shares ways to protect yourself. Also, how do you “futureproof” your career with so many changes coming from AI, robotics and more? Clark discusses the value of looking ahead, enhancing your skillset, and asking “what’s next” jobwise.
Guard Your Accounts: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Futureproof employment: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Why You Need To Lock Your Phone Number Today
Vanguard Account Security - Spotting and stopping more sophisticated scams
Lawsuit Claims Zelle Security Lapses Cost Over $1 Billion in Fraud: What You Need to Know
How to outfox financial scammers
What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work?
What Is a Flexible Spending Account?
8 Retirement Catch-Up Secrets for Savers 55+
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09.12.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Our New Car Cost Calculator
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, Empowerment in Action: Our team has developed a new tool to help you make one of life’s largest purchase decisions - exclusively at Clark.com
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Car Cost Calculator: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
What Can I Safely Use for Peer-to-Peer Payments?
Why You Need To Lock Your Phone Number Today
Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
5 Money Tips To Know Before You Travel Abroad
The Total Cost of Buying Cars (Calculator) Clark.com
How Much Car Insurance Do I Need?
10 Ways To Save Money on Car Insurance
Will I Get a Better Deal on a Car By Financing or Paying Cash?
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Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.
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