Clark Howard, the founder of Clark.com, ClarkDeals.com and the Consumer Action Center, has been sharing practical advice to help people save more and spend less for more than 30 years. He has been a best-selling author and the host of a nationally-syndicated radio show. Now, Clark is the host of the Clark Howard Podcast and works with the members of Team Clark to help deliver practical money-saving information. Read Clark's full bio here.

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DuckDuckGo private web browser and search engine
Want To Guard Your Privacy Online? Search the Web With DuckDuckGo Protect Your Identity February 16th, 2024
In this age of identity theft and internet scams, safeguarding your digital privacy should be one of your top priorities…
Why Big Banks Are a Bad Place for Your Cash
Why Big Banks Are a Bad Place for Your Cash Banks & Banking November 27th, 2023
I'm never going to be honored by any banker as a person of the year, let me tell you. I'm…
Military and Veterans Guide: Free resources for getting your finances in order
Military and Veterans Guide: Free Resources for Your Finances Military May 23rd, 2023
Here at Team Clark, we very much appreciate the sacrifices made by our all-volunteer military. To the brave men and…
Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions
Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney: Frequently Asked Questions Senior Care April 17th, 2023
Have you thought about what happens if you are incapacitated in some way and can't make health care decisions for…
timeshare exit company scam alert
Scam Alert: Stay Away From Timeshare Exit Companies Travel April 11th, 2023
There are news reports from all over the country about people get ripped off — scammed — by what are…
Is Medical Tourism Right for You?
Is Medical Tourism Right for You? Health March 16th, 2023
Fed up with the high cost of health care, you may consider traveling across the country to get the surgeries…
Medicare Advantage plans
Clark Howard: Why I Think Medicare Advantage Plans Stink Health Insurance October 19th, 2022
If you're approaching your 65th birthday, you may be shocked by how many solicitations you're getting from Medicare Advantage plans.…
Medicare Advantage plans
Clark Howard: Consumer Action Center FAQs Consumer Action Center September 30th, 2022
The Consumer Action Center is a free helpline designed to help you find a solution to your money questions. Call…
Medicare Advantage plans
About Clark Howard About Clark June 16th, 2022
Clark Howard: Advice You Can Trust As a leading consumer advocate and money expert, Clark Howard has been sharing practical…
Clark Howard in his home reviewing the Ring Security System
Ring Security System Review: How to Install the DIY Home Security System Homes & Real Estate February 17th, 2021
I had a problem: The burglar alarm at our house was so old that it needed a full update and…
Dollar Cost Averaging Makes You a Fortune Over Time
Dollar Cost Averaging Makes You a Fortune Over Time Money & Credit November 1st, 2020
What is the best, safest, and most secure move to make with your retirement dough? There's new math out to…
The Easiest Way to Start Saving for Retirement When You’re Saving Zero Right Now
The Easiest Way to Start Saving for Retirement When You’re Saving Zero Right Now Money & Credit October 30th, 2020
Unless you want to keep working forever, you've got to learn how to save more today for your retirement tomorrow.…
Clark Howard makes a razor last one year
How to Make a Disposable Razor Last 12 Months Life August 14th, 2020
If you ever heard I stretch a buck just a little past the point of ridiculous, well, it could be…
Can Credit Repair Companies Really Raise Your Score?
Can Credit Repair Companies Really Raise Your Score? Money & Credit January 1st, 2020
The promise of credit repair outfits is an alluring one — they say they'll remove bad credit marks from your…
how to open a Roth IRA
Ask Clark: What Is a Backdoor Roth IRA? Investing & Retirement October 21st, 2019
Want to contribute to a Roth IRA, but concerned that you earn too much money? Don't fret, high-income earners still…
Home sold
Clark Howard: Here’s My Experience Selling a Home With an iBuyer Homes & Real Estate September 11th, 2019
You might have heard of some relatively new real estate services like Offerpad, Opendoor and Knock. They're called iBuying services…
Businessman Brainstorming About Retirement Planning
Ask Clark: What Should I Look for in a Retirement Destination? Investing & Retirement August 16th, 2019
In addition to the question of when you're going to retire, where is a big issue. You may vacation to…
Should you sell or stay put in the stock market?
Should you sell or stay put in the stock market? Investing & Retirement August 15th, 2019
Are you worried by the current economics news? The latest headlines of looming recession are troubling. But money expert Clark…
Facebook Libra
What does Clark Howard think about Facebook’s new Libra cryptocurrency? Banks & Banking June 20th, 2019
If you go back just six months ago, we were having to ration calls to our show from people wanting…
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Clark’s cancer update and Father’s Day message About Clark June 16th, 2019
Major League Baseball does a big tie-in with prostate cancer to try to encourage families and men to make sure…
Couple meeting with financial planner
How to find a fee-only financial planner Money & Credit June 12th, 2019
Do you have money to invest, but you're not sure where to put it? Most people who are unsure about…
The best places to get immediate payout annuities
The best places to get immediate payout annuities Investing & Retirement May 30th, 2019
Longtime listeners know that annuities are a four-letter word in my mind. Most annuities have massive commissions and massive expenses.…
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Clark Howard: Why I Decided to Serve My Country by Joining the State Guard Military March 22nd, 2019
Not a day goes by that someone doesn’t thank me for my service in the military, but they don’t know…
Here are the best and worst used cars you can buy
Here are the best and worst used cars you can buy right now Cars January 8th, 2019
So much has been written about how to buy a new car. But truth be told, far more people buy…
Ford F-150 recall: What to do if your truck is affected
Ford F-150 recall: What to do if your truck is affected Cars January 7th, 2019
Owners of Ford F-150s and Super Duty trucks can start to bring their vehicles in to be serviced this week…
What is caller ID spoofing and how do I protect myself from it?
What is caller ID spoofing and how do I protect myself from it? Scams & Rip-Offs December 4th, 2018
Do you know what caller ID spoofing is? It's a big problem with fraud rings these days. It's where the…
3 tips to get the most value out of gift cards
3 tips to get the most value out of gift cards Shopping & Retail November 13th, 2018
Gift cards are really popular this time of year. But when you buy one, I want to make sure you…
Secret pricing hacks at Costco, Sam’s Club and BJs
Secret pricing hacks at Costco, Sam’s Club and BJs Shopping & Retail November 13th, 2018
Do you know how to spot the deals at the warehouse clubs? Just like I do, you too can save…
Home security camera doesn’t need electricity, offers flexibility
Home security camera doesn’t need electricity, offers flexibility Homes & Real Estate November 7th, 2018
Looking for a breakthrough product for small business or home security cameras? A new product from Netgear could be the…
2 insurers that offer low prices and great service!
2 insurers that offer low prices and great service! Insurance October 31st, 2018
A huge percent of people never shop their insurance needs. That's not necessarily a good idea considering that modern American…