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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Donating old cars, computers & cell phones
Donating old cars, computers & cell phones Donating & Volunteering August 6th, 2018
There are several organizations that will take your old vehicle and put the money to good use. Donate your car:…
home buying
Clark Howard: Why I’m not a fan of brand new homes Homes & Real Estate July 23rd, 2018
Homes come in two flavors — new and used. Each one has its pros and cons, but I have a bias…
Best electronics retailers
Best electronics retailers Mobile & Electronics July 5th, 2018
During the holidays, electronics are the biggest gift category bar none. So where are the best places in America to…
Beware Of The Dangers Of Flash Sale Sites
Beware Of The Dangers Of Flash Sale Sites Travel July 5th, 2018
After taking over the world of women's fashion, flash sales sites are now making inroads into the travel arena. But…
Self Publishing Guide
Self Publishing Guide Business & Entrepreneurs June 28th, 2018
If you're looking for ways to publish a book without going through a big publishing house, here's whatyou need to…
Trip insurance guide: Everything you need to know
Clark’s trip and travel insurance guide Travel June 11th, 2018
Trip insurance is something I get so many questions about and there seems to be much confusion surrounding it. The…
Androids offer more flash for less cash than iPhones
Androids offer more flash for less cash than iPhones Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
You can cut your cell phone bill in half and still have a fancy smart phone thanks to a variety…
T-Mobile offers new non-contract plans
T-Mobile offers new non-contract plans Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
T-Mobile is entering the non-contract world. And they're keeping it simple with just three plans. For $50/month the T-Mobile plan…
T-Mobile offers new non-contract plans
Secret promotion for Straight Talk’s unlimited cell service Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
MONEY-SAVING MOMENT: The fastest-growing cell phone company in the United States is not AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile or Verizon. It's StraightTalk.com,…
Avoid the AT&T data cap crunch if you’re an ‘unlimited’ customer
Avoid the AT&T data cap crunch if you’re an ‘unlimited’ customer Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
AT&T has basically declared war on its many millions of smart phone customers. I've got ways for you to fight…
New app runs the complete Windows Office suite on an iPad
New app runs the complete Windows Office suite on an iPad Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
If you believe wireless spectrum is getting too full and we're running out of capacity, you've got another thing coming.…
New app runs the complete Windows Office suite on an iPad
Best deal for unlimited high-speed Internet on the go gets a cap Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
There was a deal that came out last year that was by far the best deal on high-speed Internet for…
New app runs the complete Windows Office suite on an iPad
Not all Androids are created equal Mobile & Electronics June 5th, 2018
I want to do a back-peddle on some bad advice I gave a few months ago about a couple of…
Investment Guide: Intermediate investors
Investment Guide: Intermediate investors Investing & Retirement May 24th, 2018
Low-cost index funds can be the cornerstone of your investment portfolio As an alternative to a 'set it and forget…
Metro PCS offers 4 lines for $100
Metro PCS offers 4 lines for $100 Mobile & Electronics May 22nd, 2018
MONEY-SAVING MOMENT: Metro PCS has introduced what is hands down the best cell phone deal for a family in America.…
Free tax prep for military and civilians
Free tax prep for military and civilians Money & Credit May 22nd, 2018
As we approach tax season, TurboTax is offering free simple tax prep for military personnel. E1s through E5s get free…
Free tax prep for military and civilians
TurboTax to offer free access to tax advisors in 2012 Money & Credit May 22nd, 2018
Have you used TurboTax before but think your current tax situation has grown too complicated for them? Or have you…
Free tax prep for military and civilians
Home Depot offers dependent care for employees Jobs May 21st, 2018
Home Depot has a new employee perk that really highlights the wisdom of enlightened self-interest at work in capitalism. So…
Free tax prep for military and civilians
Home Depot takes hands-on approach to customer service Protect Your Rights & Identity May 21st, 2018
Home Depot is looking to reclaim its lost legacy of customer service by implementing a new handheld device that lets…
T-Mobile Cuts Rates for Data Hogs
T-Mobile Cuts Rates for Data Hogs Mobile & Electronics May 17th, 2018
With all the cellphone rate cuts that keep coming, it's like 1996 all over again! That was the last time…
T-Mobile fires back at AT&T with $650 switch offer
T-Mobile fires back at AT&T with $650 switch offer Mobile & Electronics May 17th, 2018
Earlier this week, I told you how you could make $450 by dumping T-Mobile and going to AT&T. Now T-Mobile…
T-Mobile’s new $150 family plan with unlimited data on 4 lines
T-Mobile’s new $150 family plan with unlimited data on 4 lines Mobile & Electronics May 17th, 2018
A month after AT&T announced its unprecedented low prices for family plans, T-Mobile has stepped up with an even sweeter…
Clark’s investment guide for beginning investors
Clark’s investment guide for beginning investors Investing & Retirement May 16th, 2018
Investment guide for beginners: A look at Vanguard's target retirement funds and others If you're overwhelmed by the idea of…
A type of debit card that Clark actually likes!
A type of debit card that Clark actually likes! Money & Credit May 16th, 2018
I've long been an outspoken critic of debit cards, but there's one kind of debit card that I can actually…
Young family with kids smiling
How to shop for term life insurance Insurance May 9th, 2018
A lot of people shy away from life insurance simply because they don't understand it. But it's time to change…
Taxes
Is forgiven debt taxable income for you? Money & Credit May 3rd, 2018
If you've received a surprise 1099-C tax form in the mail, you may be wondering if it's taxable income for…
AT&T’s $180 family plan with unlimited data on 4 lines
AT&T’s $180 family plan with unlimited data on 4 lines Mobile & Electronics May 3rd, 2018
The cell phone space is going through continuous change to the benefit of consumers everywhere. T-Mobile was the real gamechanger…
AT&T’s $180 family plan with unlimited data on 4 lines
T-Mobile has an early Valentine’s Day gift — free 4G smartphones Mobile & Electronics May 3rd, 2018
MONEY-SAVING MOMENT: T-Mobile has an incredible one-day sale in store for people this weekend! The fourth major carrier has been…
Cutting the cable cord: How to find the TV shows and movies you want online
Cutting the cable cord: How to find the TV shows and movies you want online Mobile & Electronics May 2nd, 2018
We are in the midst of a big shift in how you consume TV. I'll give you an example: My…
Apple Vs. The Cable and Satellite Monsters
Apple Vs. The Cable and Satellite Monsters Mobile & Electronics May 2nd, 2018
After years of trying to get in the TV game, Apple is getting closer to going all in on a…