
01.24.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Job Change and Your 401(k)
01/24/25 • 36 min
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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, how people end up losing money when they change jobs and what you can do about it.
- Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
- 401(k)s And Changing Jobs: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle?
- [The Washington Post] New job? You may be leaving behind thousands in 401(k) savings.
- Changing Jobs? Don’t Make This Costly Retirement Mistake
- How to Start Investing: 10 Steps for Beginners
- How To Open a Roth IRA
- Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
Clark.com resources
- Episode transcripts
- Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
- 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, how people end up losing money when they change jobs and what you can do about it.
- Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
- 401(k)s And Changing Jobs: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle?
- [The Washington Post] New job? You may be leaving behind thousands in 401(k) savings.
- Changing Jobs? Don’t Make This Costly Retirement Mistake
- How to Start Investing: 10 Steps for Beginners
- How To Open a Roth IRA
- Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
Clark.com resources
- Episode transcripts
- Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
- Clark.com daily money newsletter
- Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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01.22.25 A Warning About Shopping Online / The Risks Of Public Internet
Today - Consumer spending has steadily become a larger part of the economy over the years. Tech and the ability to shop online has made the problem of shopping addiction substantially worse. Clark shares some simple steps you can take to avoid overspending online. Speaking of the internet - Clark has changed the way he goes online when away from home. You’ll want to hear his recommendations to protect your privacy and your money.
- Shopping Triggers: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Public Wi-Fi Warning: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- The Biggest Money Mistakes To Avoid in 2025
- Why Clark Says It's Time To Dump I Bonds
- Why You Might Be Paying Your Credit Card Bills All Wrong
- Best Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price
- Best Unlimited Data Plans in 2024: Starting at $25 for One Line
- The Best Unlimited Hotspot Plans
- The Best International Phone Plans
- Google Fi Review: My Experience as a Five-Year Customer (Pros and Cons)
- What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work?
- How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor
- How Much Does a Financial Advisor Cost?
- What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?
Clark.com resources
- Episode transcripts
- Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
- Clark.com daily money newsletter
- Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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01.27.25 SAVE More On Airfares / Your Privacy & Vehicle Data Collection
When looking for a flight deal, there’s a trick that can save you a lot of money. Clark points to 3 airlines that might not be on your radar, but should be. Also - is your car spying on you? It’s highly likely. And what happens with your data? Clark discusses privacy concerns prevalent today.
- New Airlines & Destinations: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Vehicular Spying & Privacy Rights: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- NYTimes: Coming to a Tiny Airport Near You: New Airlines
- How To Find Cheap Flights in 3 Easy Steps
- How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft
- What Is a Credit Union? / Credit Union vs. Bank: What's the Difference?
- Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
- Should You Get a Store Credit Card?
- Is your car spying on you? What it means that Tesla shared data in the Las Vegas explosion
- Best Cash Back Credit Cards With No Annual Fee 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
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