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Credit Score Dropping
How to Keep Student Loan Forbearance From Hurting Your Credit Credit January 21st, 2021
The federal CARES Act was passed in March 2020 and extended in January 2021 to help people who have suffered…
Student loans
Should I Stop Paying My Student Loans Right Now? Loans January 21st, 2021
Team Clark has received a ton of questions through our Ask Clark service in recent days about how to handle…
How To Secure and Wipe Your Devices Clean Before You Get Rid of Them
How To Secure and Wipe Your Devices Clean Before You Get Rid of Them Mobile & Electronics January 14th, 2021
For themajority of Americans, technology is now at the center of pretty much everything we do, so much so that…
Used car for sale at a used auto lot
7 Rules for Buying a Cheap Car With Cash Cars December 17th, 2020
Can you really buy a cheap used car for just $2,000 or $3,000 in cash? Team Clark's Joel Larsgaard says…
Medical Debt
How to Deal With Medical Debt Debt December 17th, 2020
If you’re having a hard time paying off medical debt, you’re not alone. It was a problem for millions of…
Quitting smoking
How Much Money You Could Save Quitting Smoking Save Money December 5th, 2020
Cigarette smoking is responsible for nearly a half-million deaths each year in the United States. And more than 16 million…
How to save money
How to Start Saving Money in 5 Easy Steps Save Money December 5th, 2020
You probably know that instead of spending everything you make, you should be saving money for the future. But you…
How to Get the Best Deals on Rent
How to Get the Best Deals on Rent Homes & Real Estate December 1st, 2020
Looking for a deal on rent is challenging, but it can be done! Tips to Find a Great Deal on…
10 Ways to Save Money on Health Care
10 Ways to Save Money on Health Care Health December 1st, 2020
You probably don’t need anyone telling you that medical costs are eating up a greater and greater percentage of many…
Budgeting on fixed income
How to Pay Off Debt and Save Money on a Fixed Income Money & Credit November 25th, 2020
We all know it's a good idea to pay off debt and save money, but that can be extremely difficult…
Thermostat set to heat home
8 Easy Ways to Cut Your Home Heating Costs Homes & Real Estate November 4th, 2020
The winter months can be brutal, bringing freezing temperatures and increased heating bills to homes across the country. Tips to…
Lowe's Home Improvement Store
5 Things to Know About Working for Lowe’s Jobs November 2nd, 2020
If you're looking for full- or part-time work during the holidays, one of America's largest home improvement chains may have…
2021 Retirement Contribution Limits: 401(k), Roth IRA, Traditional IRA and More
2021 Retirement Contribution Limits: 401(k), Roth IRA, Traditional IRA and More Investing & Retirement October 30th, 2020
Ready to save money for retirement? It’s helpful to be aware of current retirement contribution limits so you know how…
Here Are the New IRS Tax Brackets for 2021
Here Are the New IRS Tax Brackets for 2021 Taxes October 27th, 2020
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) just announced the new annual inflation adjustments for the next tax year. The IRS says…
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2021 Is 1.3%
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2021 Is 1.3% Investing & Retirement October 13th, 2020
The Social Security Administration (SSA) just announced a slight year-over-year rise in monthly benefits for Social Security and Supplemental Security…
A silhouette of a man hurriedly pushing a shopping cart full of Christmas gifts with a calendar counting down the best days to shop for good deals on Christmas shopping.
The Best Dates to Find Deals in 2020 Shopping & Retail October 6th, 2020
If you usually plan to start your holiday shopping on Black Friday, you might want to change your strategy this…
Walmart store
5 Things to Know About Working for Walmart Jobs September 24th, 2020
Millions of people have been laid off due to the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic, but there are…
Amazon logistics center
6 Things to Know About Working for Amazon Jobs September 14th, 2020
Despite the massive surge in unemployment we've seen recently because of the coronavirus pandemic, several companies have announced that they're…
Clark Howard
Clark Howard and the Prostate Cancer Foundation Health August 26th, 2020
Followers of money expert Clark Howard may know that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2009 at the age…
Car lease
How to Get Out of a Car Lease Cars August 3rd, 2020
If you’re leasing a car that you no longer want or no longer can afford, you might be wondering if…
Online Shopping: How to Protect Your Money and Identity From Criminals
Online Shopping: How to Protect Your Money and Identity From Criminals Shopping & Retail July 28th, 2020
There is no doubt online shopping has become an increasingly popular — and very often the primary — option for…
How to Get a Mortgage
How to Get a Mortgage in 8 Steps Homes & Real Estate July 22nd, 2020
A house is likely the biggest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime. You don't want to make a mistake that…
Capital One Bank offers 360 Performance Savings, Checking and CD accounts with no fees and no minimums.
5 Things to Know About Capital One Bank Online Banking June 30th, 2020
Capital One Bank offers a full suite of banking products. It's mostly an online bank, but in select states, it…
Clark Howard is 65 years old on June 20
Clark Turns 65! Read His 6 Money Tips for Seniors Money & Credit June 20th, 2020
Turning 65 years old is a blessing in many ways, especially if you've been good at minding your money through…
Marcus by Goldman Sachs online bank with high-yield savings, CDs and more logo on laptop computer
5 Things to Know About Marcus by Goldman Sachs Online Banking June 16th, 2020
If you're looking for an online bank that's simple to use, you may want to take a look at Marcus…
used cars including sedans and SUVs on sale at dealership lot
New Report: The Best Used Cars to Buy in 2020 Cars June 3rd, 2020
CarGurus is out with its fourth annual Best Used Car Awards to help you pick a winner in a crowded…
Empty pockets lead to bankruptcy
Should You File for Bankruptcy? Debt June 2nd, 2020
If you’ve found yourself unable to pay your bills because of the coronavirus pandemic, you might be wondering whether the…
how to get out of a residential lease
5 Ways to Get Out of a House or Apartment Lease Homes & Real Estate June 2nd, 2020
There are many reasons people want or need to get out of a residential lease:  A job relocation, a change…
Unemployment Benefits
Do I Have to Pay Taxes on Unemployment Benefits? Taxes June 1st, 2020
If you've lost your job because of the coronavirus pandemic, you might be new to collecting unemployment benefits.  Our Consumer…
Coronavirus & Your Finances: What to Know and Do
Coronavirus and Your Money: Answers and Resources Money & Credit May 26th, 2020
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is affecting nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Whether you are worried about your job,…