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Should I Withdraw from My Roth IRA or Use My Savings To Pay Off Credit Card Debt? Debt March 6th, 2024
Americans now hold a record $1.13 trillion in credit card debt. Probably more considering that was the number at the…
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What Should I Know About Renting an Electric Vehicle in Europe? Travel March 4th, 2024
Many of us love to try something different when we rent vehicles on vacation. I grabbed a Jeep in Puerto…
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Does PayPal Offer the Same Consumer Protections as a Credit Card? Credit Cards March 1st, 2024
What's the best method of payment? Well, if you're money expert Clark Howard, it's usually a credit card. In addition…
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I Don’t Have Full-Coverage Insurance. What Do I Do if I Rent a Car? Car Insurance February 29th, 2024
You drive your rental car out of the gate and head for your first vacation activity. Suddenly, a distracted driver…
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Going Is Scaling Back What It Provides To Non-Paying Customers. Should I Find Another Travel Site? Travel February 28th, 2024
Money expert Clark Howard and other members of Team Clark use Going (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights) to source the best…
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I Want To Sell My Delta SkyMiles. Is That Possible? And How Much Are They Worth? Travel February 27th, 2024
Loyalty programs? Try not-so-loyal programs. OK, that attempt at humor to describe the state of rewards programs in 2024 isn't…
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How Do I Know I’m Getting a Good Deal on Toilet Paper? Shopping & Retail February 27th, 2024
During the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most curious shopping phenomena revolved around toilet paper. Facing potential…
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Where Should I Look for a Deal on a Cruise or Resort for a Large Group? Travel February 26th, 2024
Booking a vacation as a couple or even solo can take real work. Now imagine booking a trip for not…
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Should I Use a Credit Card or Give Up My Bank Account Info To Save 2.3%? Money & Credit February 23rd, 2024
Money expert Clark Howard advises against using a debit card to pay for anything. He's also adamant about the perils…
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Where Should My Daughter Put Her $15,000 Until She Pays for College? Investing & Retirement February 22nd, 2024
Working as a teenager still is a right of passage for many Americans. If you plan to attend college, it…
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Should I Contribute to a 529 Plan Only To Roll It Into a Roth IRA Later? Education February 20th, 2024
In past years, contributing to a 529 plan presented a clear risk to parents and grandparents. It's always been a…
Here’s Your Estimated 2024 Tax Refund Schedule
Here’s Your Estimated 2024 Tax Refund Schedule Taxes February 20th, 2024
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the deadlines to file federal tax returns and pay your tax obligations for a few years.…
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I Got Approved for a Business Loan at 18%. Is There a Better Option? Business & Entrepreneurs February 19th, 2024
Starting a business is exciting. It's also the lifeblood of capitalism and a bedrock of the American economy. Money expert…
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Should I Use Schwab As My Mortgage Lender? Homes & Real Estate February 16th, 2024
When it comes to investment companies, Charles Schwab is one of Clark Howard's favorites. He considers Fidelity, Schwab and Vanguard…
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Are Donor-Advised Funds a Good Idea for Charitable Donations? Donating & Volunteering February 15th, 2024
As complex as you can make your finances, it comes down to two simple levers: income and spending. It's much…
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I’m Facing a Major Home Expense. Should I Fix It Proactively or Wait Until It Breaks? Homes & Real Estate February 14th, 2024
If you own a home, you know that your mortgage payment is far from the only expense. You tackle utility…
Understanding the pros and cons of Roth vs. traditional 401(k)s can be helpful to maximizing your retirement saving and investing strategies.
Roth vs. Traditional 401(k): What’s the Difference? Investing & Retirement February 14th, 2024
If you're enrolling in your company retirement plan, your company may offer you a choice: a Roth 401(k) or a…
A 401(k) match is an excellent feature of a workplace retirement plan that can help secure your financial future.
401(k) Match: What Is It, How It Works Investing & Retirement February 14th, 2024
If your company offers a 401(k) match, get excited. You have an opportunity to stockpile free money for your retirement.…
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I Have $20,000 in Savings and $15,000 on a Car Loan. Should I Pay Off the Loan? Debt February 13th, 2024
Resource allocation isn't just something that mega corporations contend with. Most people have assets and debts. In a finite world…
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Is an HSA the Best Way To Save for Future Medical Expenses? Health February 12th, 2024
The average American underestimates how much it will cost to pay for healthcare in retirement by an enormous sum. According…
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What Should I Do With My Pets When Traveling? Travel February 9th, 2024
Pets are a huge part of life for millions of Americans. But there are some logistics you have to figure…
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Am I Required To Comply When My Credit Card Asks For Updated Income Information? Credit Cards February 8th, 2024
Most of us have seen it at some point. You log into your credit card account and BAM! Staring you…
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Can I Access My Streaming Service Anywhere in the U.S. and Internationally? Streaming TV February 7th, 2024
Streaming services are resembling cable TV more with each passing year. We're talking bundling, comparable prices and more. But at…
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Is It Safe To Buy a Home Out of Foreclosure? Homes & Real Estate February 6th, 2024
When is the best time to buy a home? That's been one of the most consistent questions listeners have asked…
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How Can I Make Freezing a Young Person’s Credit Less Risky? Money & Credit February 5th, 2024
Clark Howard often jokes on his podcast that his answer to most of his listener's questions is Costco, Roth IRA…
When Should You Get an Accountant To Do Your Taxes?
When Should You Get an Accountant To Do Your Taxes? Money & Credit February 5th, 2024
Now that we're approaching the 2024 deadline, you may be thinking about your tax return which is due on April…
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Is Borrowing Money With Affordable Payments To Buy Nice Things Really So Bad? Debt February 1st, 2024
No one likes the real-life version of the boy who cried wolf. For example, say you're training for a marathon…
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Who Should Consider Setting Up a Trust? Money & Credit January 31st, 2024
When you prepare for the end of life, you'll probably create a will. But what about a trust? Do you…
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I Have $78,000 in Debt and Make $59,000 a Year. Should I Move in With My Parents To Save? Budgeting & Saving January 30th, 2024
Making good decisions with money when you're young is much higher stakes than it may seem. Consider compound interest, how…
The Clark-Approved Way To Invest in Real Estate
The Clark-Approved Way To Invest in Real Estate Homes & Real Estate January 30th, 2024
Investing in real estate is always a hot topic whether the housing market is booming (like in 2022) or whether…