The Clark Howard Podcast

• 04.25.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Fidelity Warning

  Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks.    Also today, Clark puts favorite child Fidelity in time-out due to a current practice they’re engaged in that account holders need to be well aware of.  Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Fidelity Warning: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: This Simple Maintenance Schedule Will Make Your Car Last Longer Walmart Tire Center   /   Clark.com - TIRES Walmart+ Membership Program: 4 Things To Know 23andMe Bankruptcy: Why You Should Erase Your Data Now Raisin Review: Can You Trust This Online Savings Marketplace? Apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) “Guaranteed” Not to Lose Money in the Stock Market? What’s the Catch? — FinancialFreedomforWomen.Org What Is an Annuity, and Why Does Clark Think They Stink? The Only Two Exceptions to Clark Howard's Annuity Rule What’s the Best Way To Exchange Dollars for Foreign Currency? Best Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction Fees in 2025 Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 04.23.25 Clark Saves On Travel To Italy / Understanding BONDS

  Today, Clark looks at how the cost of summer travel is trending, and shares money saving advice from a recent trip abroad. Also in this episode, Clark explains the significance of bond funds to the market and to your investments. Latest Travel Tips: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 A Briefing On BOND FUNDS: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Cheapest Way to Rent a Car: Expert Tips 3 Reasons You Should Never Book a Nonrefundable Hotel Room 5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room Do You Get Better Prices on Hotels From Third-Party Sites or by Booking Directly? Scams & Rip-Offs Archives - Clark Howard Travel Insurance Checklist: 5 Types of Coverage To Consider Inverse Relation Between Interest Rates and Bond Prices Best 0% Intro APR Credit Cards: Top Picks for 2025 Clark Howard's 2025 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Advertisers: Policygenius.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 04.22.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

  Scared to Spend? Don't Cancel Plans and #1 Investment Benchmark Worried about the market and your upcoming vacation? Fiduciary financial advisor Wes Moss explains why you shouldn't cancel your beach trip due to market volatility. Learn a rational approach to navigating bear markets and protecting your life plans. Also, Wes reveals the surprising investment benchmark everyone is really watching (and why it might be misleading you!). Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the April 22, 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:  Wes Moss, CFP® Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 04.21.25 GOLD As An Asset / The Best Cell Phone Plan For You

  Today, Clark talks GOLD! Should you be buying gold to help offset the uncertainty of the stock market? Clark discusses the nature of gold as an asset, and, should you decide to buy it, the best way to do so. Also - you may have seen lots of ads lately from the big cell phone carriers. Is it time to switch?  Gold As An Asset: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Cell Phone Plan Update: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Should I Buy Gold? Is It a Good Investment? Should You Buy Gold at Costco? Warning: How You Should NOT Buy Gold Trump Says Tariffs Are Reciprocal. They Aren’t. The trade deficit isn’t an emergency – it’s a sign of America’s strength WSJ: Verizon Offers 3-Year Price Lock for Wireless Customers Best Verizon MVNOs: Cell Phone Companies That Use Verizon’s Towers Verizon Wireless Deal: Get Four Unlimited Lines for $100 13 New Cell Phone Deals in April  - Google Fi Review The Best Phone Plan For You – Compare Phone Plans Best Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price Xfinity Mobile Review: Verizon’s Network Starting at $20 a Month Spectrum Mobile Review: 7 Things To Know Before You Sign Up Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely Charles Schwab Review: Pros & Cons 5 Money Tips To Know Before You Travel Abroad What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• 04.18.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Guide: Appeal Insurance Denial

  Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, when it comes to medical insurance denials, companies count on people just paying up. But those who appeal are often successful. Clark shares a new guide that makes the appeal process easier.   Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Appeal Health Insurance Denial: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Certificate of Deposit (CD): What Is It, Best Places To Open One Buy U.S. Treasury Bonds: A Conservative Way To Beat Your Savings Account 23andMe Bankruptcy: Why You Should Erase Your Data Now What Is a Solo 401(k) and How Does It Work? When Is the Best Time To Collect Social Security? What Is an ABLE Account? Find Out Why Health Insurance Denied Your Claim What Should You Do if Your Insurance Claim Is Denied? Can a Patient Advocate Help With Your Medical Bills? What's the Best Way To Send Money Overseas? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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