The Clark Howard Podcast

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today - In newer limited service hotels, rooms have gotten much smaller - at the expense of privacy. Clark explains the trend and the criteria he checks before booking.


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Micro Hotel Rooms & Privacy: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Charles Schwab Review: Pros & Cons - Clark Howard

Fidelity Rewards Visa vs. Schwab Investor Card® from American Express: Which Is Best?

Innovative Toll Solutions - Open Roads

Federal Trade Commission - File A Complaint

Best 529 Plans by State: How Clark Howard Picks the Top College Savings Plans

The Surprising Thing You Need To Check Before Booking a Hotel Room

The Best Day and Time to Book a Cheap Flight - Clark Howard

Best Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees in 2026

Does Your Travel Credit Card Check These 4 Boxes? - Clark Howard

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The frenzy surrounding gold and silver has dominated recent financial headlines. Clark explains the role of these commodities as hedges vs. investments and discusses how much (or little) you should own, and the best way to buy & sell.  Also today - do big price tags equal great quality when it comes to appliances? Clark breaks down why "designer" features often mean more points of failure and why the most effective tools are simply made to last,  and do one job well.

Buying/Selling Gold: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

No-Frills Appliances: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

How To Value and Sell Coins, Jewelry and Silver - Clark Howard

Should I Buy Gold? Is It a Good Investment? - Clark Howard

Look Out for These Gold Bar Scams as Prices Surge

Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Here's Your Estimated 2026 Tax Refund Schedule - Clark Howard

The Best Time and Place To Buy Small Kitchen Appliances

Here's How Long Your Home Appliances Should Last - Clark Howard

Dacia History - Dacia Cars

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet: 5 Things To Know Before You Sign Up

Subscription Services: Why Canceling Is So Hard (and a Solution)

Mint Mobile Introduces 5G Home Internet From $30/Month

How Many Credit Cards Should I Have? - Clark Howard

What Can I Safely Use for Peer-to-Peer Payments? - Clark Howard

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Steak Night Sticker Shock & Is a Market Correction Coming?

Beef and steak prices are soaring. But beyond the grocery store and date night, it’s costing you more than you think, as Wes Moss explains. Also, Wes also address the psychological "twinge" investors feel when the stock market hits new all-time highs. What should investors do in 2026? While it’s tempting to think an all-time high is a signal to get out, history suggests the opposite.

Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the February 24, 2026, 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.  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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How you invest savings can make a big difference in how much you have later in life. Clark explains ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds) vs. mutual funds - and the superior choice for your non-retirement accounts.  Also, we love our pets and pet wellness plans may sound like a solid option for affordable vet care – but there’s a major catch.

ETFs vs Mutual Funds: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Pet Wellness Plans: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

ETFs vs Mutual Funds: What’s the Difference and When Does It Matter?

Where Should I Set Up My Health Savings Account (HSA)?

Life Insurance Archives - Clark Howard

HSA vs FSA: What's the Difference? - Clark Howard

Warning: Read This Before You Buy a Pet Wellness Plan

Is Pet Insurance Worth It? - Clark Howard

4 Fastest Ways To Improve Your Credit - Clark Howard

Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips


Southwest changes are infuriating fansClark.com resources:

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today - with the recent Bitcoin slide costing people millions, and concerns of a possible “crypto winter”, Clark shares his perspective on Crypto and guidance for those interested in this still speculative endeavor. 


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Clark On Crypto: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Trump Accounts: What You Need To Know - Clark Howard

Best 529 College Savings Plans By State

Free File Fillable Forms | Internal Revenue Service

Best Travel Credit Cards: How To Find the Perfect Fit for Your Spending

Car Rental Insurance: Everything You Need To Know

When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance?

NYTimes: Crypto Takes a Deep Slide Despite Trump’s Support

How to Refinance Your Student Loans - Clark Howard

Clark Howard's Guide to Saving Money on Your Wedding

Is Chase Sapphire Reserve® Worth It? - Clark Howard

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