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What Is an Amortization Schedule? Use This Chart To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster
What Is an Amortization Schedule? Use This Chart To Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster Mortgages April 26th, 2021
If you're a homeowner, you probably received an amortization schedule during the closing process, but have you looked at it…
The best bug sprays for your skin — and your wallet
The Best Insect Repellents for Your Skin and Your Wallet Health April 21st, 2021
For many of us who enjoy the great outdoors, an effective bug spray is a must! All bug sprays aren't…
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6 Steps to Make $1,000 Fast Make Money April 16th, 2021
Are you facing a financial emergency and wondering how to make $1,000 fast? Maybe you have a pet that requires…
Carvana vs CarMax
Carvana vs. CarMax: Which Is Better? Cars April 8th, 2021
You may know that CarMax and Carvana both promise to make buying or selling a used car an easy and…
Aldi
8 Things To Know Before Your First Trip to Aldi Food & Restaurants April 6th, 2021
When you buy your groceries at Aldi, the store promises to meet or exceed national brand quality and save you…
Creative Ways To Give the Last-Minute Gift Everyone Wants
Creative Ways To Give the Last-Minute Gift Everyone Wants Life April 5th, 2021
You might have already heard that Clark is not a big fan of gift cards. Besides, unless it's a store or…
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Orby TV Review: 5 Things to Know Before You Sign Up TV, Satellite & Cable March 31st, 2021
Editor's Note: Orby TV service is no longer available. Use Team Clark's guide to cut the cord and explore the…
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TVision Review: 7 Things to Know Before You Sign Up Streaming TV March 30th, 2021
Editor's Note: T-Mobile is shutting down TVision on April 29, 2021. Learn more here. If you want to cut the…
Costco Furniture
7 Things to Know About Buying Costco Furniture Shopping & Retail March 26th, 2021
When you think about buying furniture for your home, does Costco come to mind? The warehouse club chain may not…
Here’s How Easy DIY Pest Control Can Be
Here’s How Easy DIY Pest Control Can Be Homes & Real Estate March 26th, 2021
Tired of spending $300 or more a year on pest control? You can cut that price by two-thirds by doing…
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What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy a House? Mortgages March 19th, 2021
If you've ever wondered what kind of credit score you need to buy a house, the answer is, "It depends."…
10 Retailers That Allow You To Stack Coupons and Maximize Savings
10 Retailers That Allow You To Stack Coupons and Maximize Savings Save Money March 19th, 2021
If you're a seasoned bargain hunter, you're probablyfamiliar with "coupon stacking": usingmore than one coupon or discount on a single…
Clark’s Secret to Finding the Best Priceline and Hotwire Hotel Deals
Clark’s Secret to Finding the Best Priceline and Hotwire Hotel Deals Travel March 18th, 2021
The other day I was talking with money expert Clark Howard about an upcoming trip I'm taking and how I've…
How to Wash Those ‘Dry Clean Only’ Clothes at Home
How to Wash Those ‘Dry Clean Only’ Clothes at Home Shopping & Retail March 17th, 2021
When you own special or delicate clothing, it's important to know that you can save a bundle of money if…
Cash Envelope System: How It Works
Cash Envelope System: How It Works Budgeting & Saving March 16th, 2021
If you're trying to get out of credit card debt, managing your money using a cash envelope system is something…
Best way to spend or save your coronavirus stimulus check money
4 Things To Do With Your Coronavirus Stimulus Check Money & Credit March 15th, 2021
The U.S. government has approved the third round of Economic Impact Payments in an attempt to stimulate the U.S. economy…
Stimulus Coronavirus Checks
How To Track Your Stimulus Payment Before It Arrives Money & Credit March 15th, 2021
Since the federal government announced in March 2021 that millions of Americans would be receiving additional stimulus checks to combat…
Falling Behind on Bills? 8 Steps to Get Help From Creditors Fast
Falling Behind on Bills? 8 Steps to Get Help From Creditors Fast Money & Credit March 10th, 2021
Losing a job is incredibly stressful and it can be hard to figure out what to do next. Without work,…
Delta Airlines
How to Make the Best Use of Your Delta SkyMiles Travel March 1st, 2021
Do you have Delta SkyMiles that you want to use, but are not sure how to get the best value…
36 Cleaning Hacks You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner
36 Cleaning Hacks You’ll Wish You’d Known Sooner Life March 1st, 2021
Whether you're a constant cleaner or a last-minute tidy-upper, knowing a few quick and easy tricks can make the process…
Follow This Rule To Always Stay Ahead of Your Finances
Follow This Rule To Always Stay Ahead of Your Finances Money & Credit February 18th, 2021
New data from Bankrate shows that only 39% of Americans could easily cover an unexpected $1,000 expense. That's the kind…
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The Top 10 Things Clark Howard Does To Save Money Money & Credit February 18th, 2021
His name is synonymous with being cheap. But do you really know all the things money expert Clark Howard does…
Google Sheets: The Free Budgeting Tool You Probably Haven’t Tried
Google Sheets: The Free Budgeting Tool You Probably Haven’t Tried Budgeting & Saving February 18th, 2021
Sometimes the right tool is all it takes to get your spending under control. Budgeting apps like Mint, Personal Capital…
GoodRx Review: 10 Things To Know Before You Use GoodRx
GoodRx Review: 10 Things To Know Before You Use GoodRx Health February 17th, 2021
When you go to fill a prescription, do you present your health insurance card at the pharmacy and assume you're…
Save money on Valentine's Day
14 Ways to Save on Valentine’s Day Deals & Savings February 3rd, 2021
Valentine's Day can be expensive. From the flowers to the candy to the dinner out and jewelry gifts, you might…
Beverly Harzog
How One Woman Paid Off $20,000 of Credit Card Debt in 2 Years Debt February 3rd, 2021
Beverly Harzog is a former shopaholic who maxed out seven credit cards and racked up more than $20,000 worth of…
Do These DIY Dishwasher Detergent Tablets Really Work?
Do These DIY Dishwasher Detergent Tablets Really Work? Save Money February 1st, 2021
If your house is anything like mine, the dishwasher always seems to be running, which means a lot of detergent…
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How to Retire Early Investing & Retirement February 1st, 2021
A lot of people dream of being able to stop working their 9-5 job and retire early. But what does…
Family camping in yard for staycation
7 Amazing Staycation Ideas for Any Budget Travel February 1st, 2021
Staycations are a great way to entertain yourself and your family without spending much — or any — money. Team…
How To Talk to Your Partner About Money Before Marriage
How To Talk to Your Partner About Money Before Marriage Money & Credit February 1st, 2021
Before you walk down the aisle, are you willing to have a frank discussion about money and marriage with your…