The Clark Howard Podcast

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

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Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 3rd.

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, we’ve talked about the cost of college, and how it can hamper parents saving for their own retirement. But what about supporting adult children post-college age? Clark shares some concerning stats. What’s your take? We have a popular thread on our free Clark.com Community on this topic, linked here and we invite you to share thoughts on financially supporting adult children.

• Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
• Paying For Adult Children: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Streaming TV - Clark.com
• Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle?
• How to Get Your Kids to Step Off the Gravy Train
• 60% of Parents Pay Bills For Adult Children. Do You?
• When it’s time to financially cut off your adult children
• Clark.com Community - What is the appropriate age to wean your child off your financial support? And how much money should you give an adult child if any?

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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The percent of income we save, our savings rate - is the key indicator of financial health. So how are we doing right now? Also - How much exercise do you really need to make a difference in your health, and ultimately your wallet? Only 25% of Americans get the recommended amount of exercise. New data reveals what a big difference the minimum requirement can make for those who are mostly sedentary.

• American Savings Rates: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Arise From The Couch: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Americans are saving less and spending more. Could that raise the risk of recession?
• Bankruptcy filings are on the rise. Here's why an even bigger surge is looming.
• Why 'Buy Now, Pay Later' Worries Clark Howard
• My Credit Card Offers Some Rental Car Coverage. Why Do I Still Need To Involve My Primary Auto Insurance?
• Car Rental Insurance: Everything You Need To Know
• How Much Exercise Do You Need? More Than You Think—But Every Little Bit Helps.
• Donor-Advised Funds: The Benefits and Drawbacks
• Vanguard Charitable: Home
• What Is Black? Uber Black Car Service

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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The U.S. has become the world’s premier oil producer. As we plan our summer road trips, Clark explains how this status along with global factors affect gas prices. Also, how developing technology in vertical farming can cleanly help feed the planet.

• Summer Gas Prices: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Vertical Farming Solutions: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• U.S. government tells Americans: ‘We’re producing more crude oil than any country, ever’
• America's Oil Boom / AAA Gas Prices
• Surging gas prices just hit a significant milestone
• Ask Clark: Is the 4% Retirement Rule Still Accurate?
• What Is the 4% Rule for Withdrawals in Retirement and How Much Can You Spend?
• All-In-One Mortgage: Definition, How It Works, Pros & Cons
• This ‘GigaFarm’ in the desert could produce 3 million kilograms of food
• What Is an HSA Account and How Does It Work?
• Fidelity - Health Savings Account | HSA Investment Options

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode, a handful of automakers are selling their customers down the river and it’s an inexcusable invasion of privacy that impacts insurance premiums.

• Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
• Automakers Selling Driving Data: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card Review: Up to 2% Unlimited Cash Back
• When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance?
• What Is a SIMPLE IRA and How Does It Work?
• What Is a SEP IRA and Who Is Eligible?
• Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024
• What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?
• How To Pack a Carry-On the Right Way
• 4 Things You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On
• Should You Allow Your Auto Insurance To Monitor Your Driving?
• New York Post: Your car is secretly spying on you and driving your insurance rates through the roof: report
• NYTimes: Automakers Are Sharing Consumers’ Driving Behavior With Insurance Companies
• What Is a C.L.U.E Report and Its Impact on Your Insurance
• How to Dispute Your C.L.U.E. Report
• How To Open a Roth IRA
• How to Buy a New Car in 5 Steps
• Study: The 10 Best New Cars for the Money
• Rollovers From a 529 Plan to Roth IRA: What to Know

Clark.com resources

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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