The Clark Howard Podcast

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today - the travel industry’s ongoing reaction to rising fuel costs calls for new guidance for booking travel. Clark reveals why he never starts his search on an airline’s website and how a simple shift in your booking psychology can save you hundreds.


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

New Rules Of Travel: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

IRS - 2026 Charitable contributions

SIM Card Swapping: The Dangerous Cell Phone Scam Everyone Needs To Know About

How Passkeys Work—and How to Use Them

Storage Unit Prices Keep Going Up. Is There a Better Way To Store My Possessions?

eBay Motors and WeGoLook Partner to Provide Onsite Inspections for Vehicles

The Details on Transferring 529 Funds into a Roth IRA

The Tax-Saving Charity Funds Wealthy People Are Buzzing About

Airfares Skyrocket as Carriers Tackle Rising Fuel Costs

Clark Howard’s Secrets to Beating Sky-High Airfares and New Hidden Fees


Follow Clark Howard's #1 Rule To Travel Cheap  

4 Ways To Fight Sky-High Airfares This Summer


Is ID.me Safe?   /   About ID.me

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The real estate market is traditionally at its height in the spring. This year, AI is factoring into home sales in two distinct ways. While AI slop infests listings, AI is improving the mortgage approval process. Know what to look out for as a homebuyer.  Also, is studying abroad worth the cost? At a time when grads’ job prospects are jumbled by market upheaval, a new study shows that a semester overseas can boost a graduate's starting salary by thousands. And the advantages don’t end there. Clark explains how some students are taking the idea a step further.

AI In Real Estate: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Study Abroad - OUI!: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Why You Can No Longer Trust Real Estate Photos⁠

The Unsettling Rise of AI Real-Estate Slop

3 Places You Should Never Invest Your Money - Clark Howard

What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It? - Clark Howard

Why Study Abroad Can Lead To Higher Starting Salaries For U.S. Graduates - Forbes

Preparing to study abroad requires knowing what might go wrong during and after the trip

NYTimes: How to Prepare for Your First River Cruise

When Do You Need a Travel Agent? - Clark Howard

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How To Find (and Afford) Your Dream Home in Retirement

Deciding where to spend your retirement is one of the most significant transitions you’ll ever make, but it requires a systematic approach to get it right. Whether you plan to stay in your current home or relocate to a new destination, your environment directly impacts your long-term happiness. In this episode, Wes Moss shares tips to find – and afford – your dream community in retirement. Many retirees face the "housing overlap headache," where you find your new home in five minutes, but it takes five months to sell your old one. If you don't want to carry a mortgage or trigger a "tax tsunami," Wes breaks down a strategy that can help.Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the April 14, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast.  Submit your questions at clark.com/ask.

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One in five Americans uses self-storage units. How do you avoid rip-offs in an industry long characterized by bait & switch tactics? Learn Clark’s strategies for avoiding such price hikes, and essential steps for protecting your belongings. Also, you may have seen the news stories about the late Jimmy Buffet’s family doing battle over his estate. Believe it or not, this type of situation is not that rare. The "Great Wealth Transfer" has ushered in a surge of estate disputes. Clark shares how smart planning now can help prevent family conflicts and legal fees from eroding your legacy.

Self-Storage Savvy: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Prevent Estate Battles: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

Do You Really Need a Storage Unit?

5 Things To Do Before You Rent a Storage Unit

FT - Overcharged for Storage? U-Haul 1-Year Price Lock Delivers Certainty

Storage Unit Prices Keep Going Up. Is There a Better Way To Store My Possessions?

The Costco Price Secret Almost Nobody Knows - Clark Howard

Emergency Fund: Everything You Need to Know - Clark Howard

How To Prevent an Inheritance Nightmare

USA TODAY: Why inheritances are generating more bad blood and legal fees

7 Things to Consider Before Leaving Your Home to Your Kids

Why Clark Howard Wants You to Set Up a 'Financial Chromebook'

My Social Security: The Free Account Everyone Needs To Set Up Before Retirement

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.  Also today - Scam artists are getting more sophisticated and they’re targeting your retirement funds. Clark explains this digital crime wave and how fraudsters are using sophisticated tools & tricks to get into your accounts. The first step in protecting your money is being aware of some of the latest techniques these criminals use. 


Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2

Scam Vigilance: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

5 Best Robo-Advisors - Clark Howard

When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security? - Clark Howard

Term Life vs. Whole Life Insurance: Understanding the Difference

How To Buy Term Life Insurance in 7 Easy Steps - Clark Howard

Fraud Is Skyrocketing: 5 Ways To Protect Your Hard-Earned Assets

Why You Should Never Click on Random Text Messages

thestreet: Vanguard warns fraud is quietly draining retirements now

Protect Your Rights & Identity Archives - Clark Howard

How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion

Virtual Credit Cards: An Online Security Measure Worth Taking?

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

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