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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 car, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Clark spearheads two free resources to encourage consumers to save.
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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, there are new tools for parents to keep track of their babies' health and sleep. These are much more sophisticated than old fashioned monitors. Is there cause for concern? Smart monitors and AI-powered devices are now tracking everything from sleep patterns and health metrics to developmental milestones and growth rates right from birth. While these analytics are popular with parents used to tracking their own health data, you have to ask: who else is watching? Before you install an AI surveillance system in your nursery, Clark shares a warning to consider. All this and more on the September 18, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 AI Baby Health Surveillance: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Best 529 Plans by State: How Clark Howard Picks the Top College Savings Plans Best Return of Premium Life Insurance for 2026 Term Life vs. Whole Life Insurance: Understanding the Difference Why Your HOA Fees Are Skyrocketing - Clark Howard NYTimes: Aw, It’s Baby’s First A.I. Surveillance System 12 Ways You May Be Exposing Yourself to Fraud - Clark Howard 7 Essential Rules To Get Great Customer Support Every Time Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Submit your questions: Ask Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clark drops an urgent warning for vehicle owners regarding a massive spike in auto insurance claim denials. If you let a friend, colleague, or extended family member borrow your vehicle to run a quick errand, you could be setting yourself up for financial disaster. Also, a sleazy car insurance tool has made an AI video of Clark endorsing its product. This is happening all over social media. Clark tackles the explosion of sophisticated AI-generated scams plaguing social media platforms like Facebook. From deepfake videos using Clark’s own voice and image to pitch bogus insurance products, to fake ads offering unbelievable discounts on luxury goods, scammers are leveraging advanced technology to trick you out of your hard-earned money. Clark shares how you can protect your wallet, spot counterfeit deals, and why you need to adopt a healthy sense of skepticism—not cynicism—whenever you see trusted public figures or targeted ads popping up in your feed. Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the September 16, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark. Who Gets To Drive: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 AI Targeted Scam Ads: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Best Auto Insurance Companies and Some of the Worst Credit Card Debt Consolidation: 3 Paths To Consider, 2 To Avoid Clark Howard's Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy Simple Trick To Pay Down Credit Card Debt Quicker - Clark Howard Modern Scams are Getting Harder to Spot. Here's What to Do TSA PreCheck® vs. Global Entry vs. CLEAR+: Which Is Best for You? How I Set My Teens Up for Retirement in 5 Minutes - Clark Howard How To Open a Roth IRA 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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How To Build Wealth Without a Tech Job & Hidden Dangers of Coast FI Forget the myth that you have to work on Wall Street or in Silicon Valley to build massive wealth. Wes reveals the power of the "Everywhere Millionaires" – the 3 million Americans who have accumulated a collective $65 trillion by building unglamorous, low-tech, and non-tech businesses. Discover why tactile, essential industries are producing some of the richest entrepreneurs in the country (including a former hot dog stand owner who sold his business for $1 billion). Then, Wes issues a crucial warning for young investors drawn to the Coast FI movement. While saving aggressively early in life is fantastic, relying solely on compound interest while taking your foot off the savings gas pedal in your 20s or 30s carries massive hidden risks. Wes explains why life’s unexpected variables mean you shouldn't step back from your financial goals too soon. Mentioned on the show: Are You Well Invested? Here’s a 6-Point Check Backdoor Roth IRA: How High Earners Can Still Contribute How To Invest a Lump Sum or Cash You've Left Uninvested Pension vs Lump Sum Calculator - Clark Howard The Biggest Investing Lesson From Trump Accounts - Clark Howard All this and more on the September 15, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions: WesMoss.com/askDiscover the research-backed path to a happier retirement – order The Retire Sooner Method by Wes Moss today at retiresoonermethod.com 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Think you need an expensive, full-blown security system to protect your home? Think again. Clark shares how even a single inexpensive security camera can serve as a massive deterrent against burglars. While surveillance technology certainly has its privacy drawbacks, Clark breaks down the major safety benefits for homeowners. Plus, long considered a reliable platform bringing legitimacy to ticket resale, StubHub is now facing intense backlash from customers stranded at major events like the World Cup. Clark discusses findings from a Wall Street Journal report detailing how the company reportedly gutted customer service, altered contact methods, and hid their legal address to dodge arbitration requests and frustrate customers seeking refunds. Hear Clark's take on this unbelievable situation and what it means for anyone buying resale tickets today. Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the September 14, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark. Home Security Cams: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 StubHub TROUBLE: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: These Studies Show Even One Home Security Camera Is a Deal-Breaker for Burglars Why You Should Consider Security Cameras (Without the Monthly Subscription) Why You Should Keep Old Credit Card Accounts Open - Clark Howard Backdoor Roth IRA: How High Earners Can Still Contribute Best Small Business Credit Cards - Clark Howard The StubHub Customers Who Battled for Tickets—and Battle Harder for a Refund Best Financial Advisors in 2026 - Clark Howard / Facet: How It Works How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion How To Save on Travel With Google Flights - Clark Howard 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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, data centers being built around the country have been polarizing, but one thing is for certain: your electricity bills are going up. Clark describes how the deals are done - often out of public view, who should rightfully pay the freight, and issues a critical call to action. All this and more on the September 11, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Data Centers- A Call To Action: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Why Clark Howard Changed His Mind About Prenups Car Rental Insurance: Everything You Need To Know - Clark Howard Is Now the Time To Get a CD or a CD Ladder? - Clark Howard Where Should You Keep Your Cash Reserve? / TreasuryDirect.gov When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance? Cell Phone Protection: These Credit Cards Will Replace Your Stolen or Damaged Phone NYTimes: Data Centers to Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States [The Washington Post] How utility and tech firms ‘educate’ regulators with big donations, secret retreats What Is Service Line Insurance and Do I Need It? - Clark Howard National September 11 Memorial & Museum 9/11 Day · September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance Clark.com resources: Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Submit your opinions or questions: Ask Clark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Rapid Fire Q&A: The "Happiest Retiree" Pet Factor, RMD Alternatives, Fidelity’s New Annuity + More Questions Answered Welcome to our first monthly "Rapid Fire Thursday" episode of Ask an Advisor! Today, Wes Moss is opening up the listener mailbag to answer your direct financial questions. We’re covering a wide range of topics: from how pets fit into the "Happiest Retirees" research, to whether UTMA accounts or Trump Accounts beat out a classic 529 plan for college and savings goals. Plus, we address pension life insurance strategies, handling portfolio planning with reduced life expectancy, and how to navigate the infamous "Tax Torpedo" in retirement. Mentioned on the show: Required Minimum Distributions: How To Calculate, Rules The Biggest Investing Lesson From Trump Accounts - Clark Howard Best 529 College Savings Plans By State Roth IRA vs Traditional (Pre-Tax) IRA Calculator - Clark Howard All this and more on the September 10, 2026, Ask an Advisor “Rapid Fire” episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions: WesMoss.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you pay a lower price for lower quality? Clark readily admits he would - in some cases. Is buying the absolute cheapest option actually saving you money, or is it a hidden trap? Clark breaks down the everyday dilemma between price and long-term quality, sharing where he happily goes rock-bottom cheap (like flat-screen TVs) versus where paying a bit more pays off for safety, durability, and real value. Also, are you staying in your job to keep your benefits? Nearly 1 in 4 Americans are stuck in jobs they want to leave simply because they can't afford to lose their health coverage. Clark exposes the bizarre history behind "job lock" and explains why tying healthcare and complex retirement plans to employment is a system that desperately needs fixing. Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the September 9, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark. Price Vs Quality: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Job Lock: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: When Saving Money Costs More in the Long Run Is It Worth Buying High-End Appliances? - Clark Howard How To Open a Roth IRA - Clark Howard Roth IRA Growth Calculator - 2026 - Clark Howard My 7 Rules for Using Credit Cards - Clark Howard US Mobile Review: 6 Things To Know Before You Sign Up The Best International Phone Plans - Clark Howard Using Cellular Data Internationally: Buying a Local SIM Card Staying in a job for the health insurance? About 1 in 4 Americans do, a survey says The Millionaire Next Door Is LifeLock Worth It? - Clark Howard How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion 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. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why the "K-Shaped" Economy is WRONG & What Rising Interest Rates Mean for You Is the "K-shaped" economy an accurate description of what Americans are experiencing today? Wes breaks down why the economy looks less like a "K" and more like an "E" — and what that means for your money, spending, and job prospects. Wes also tackles the burning question on every investor and homeowner's mind: What happens if interest rates keep rising? From the 10-Year Treasury yield to the inverse relationship between interest rates and bond prices, learn how potential rate hikes could impact your mortgage, car loans, and fixed-income portfolio. Mentioned on the show: Axios: The closing of the "K" Remote work -- not AI -- has sidelined recent college graduates 5 Keys To Be a Successful Investor All this and more on the September 8, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions: WesMoss.com/ask Discover the research-backed path to a happier retirement – order The Retire Sooner Method by Wes Moss today at retiresoonermethod.com 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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