Sally McDonald is the managing editor for Clark.com where she ensures the mission to help people save more and spend less is infused in every part of the brand. With a background in marketing and public relations, she joined the company in 2017 and works closely with the members of Team Clark to develop practical and accessible money-saving resources. Sally enjoys long runs, cheap travel and minimal living. She lives with her husband and cat in Atlanta. You can reach Sally at
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There’s an Important IRS Deadline Coming This Month
Taxes
September 16th, 2022
Have you failed to file your taxes over the last few years? If so, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has…
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Save Money
September 24th, 2021
Looking to stretch a buck? It's hard to beat prices at the Dollar Tree where everything is priced at $1…
How To Save $1,000 in 15 Weeks
Save Money
December 7th, 2022
At Clark.com, we're all about helping people save more money. And our goal is to help you increase the amount…
Money Challenge: How to Save $2,021 in 2021
Save Money
December 31st, 2020
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Beachbody On Demand: Is It Worth $120/Year?
Health
August 2nd, 2022
Have you ever joined a gym and asked yourself if it was really worth it? Between commuting to the building,…
Coronavirus: 7 Things You Can Do to Prepare Your Finances Today
Money & Credit
March 13th, 2020
It has been a difficult week for the economy, the stock market and numerous industries — all likely impacting your…
Google Fi Review: Things To Know Before You Sign Up
Cell Phones
April 19th, 2022
Money expert Clark Howard recommends Google Fi, a cell phone service operated by Google, because of the provider’s affordable plans…
Get a year’s worth of Wendy’s Frostys for $2 for a good cause
Deals & Savings
November 14th, 2018
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Teachers: Get a 15% discount on select classroom supplies at Target!
Deals & Savings
July 19th, 2018
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MySocialSecurity: The Free Account Everyone Needs To Set Up Before Retirement
Investing & Retirement
October 7th, 2022
For many of us, Social Security will be a significant part of our income during retirement. In fact, the Social…
Finally! You can now add multiple stops during your Uber ride
Mobile & Electronics
October 27th, 2017
Uber just added a new feature to the rideshare experience, and it's going to make sharing rides with friends even…
Warning: Hidden dangers may lurk in energy drinks
Health
October 17th, 2017
You may have seen the shocking photos of a man with an enormous hole in his skull circulating around the…
Hulu’s cheapest plan just got cheaper
TV, Satellite & Cable
March 14th, 2018
While Netflix recently increased subscription prices, Hulu is taking the opposite approach. Hulu drops price after Netflix hike The streaming…
How to navigate downed traffic lights after a storm
Cars
September 12th, 2017
When catastrophic storms — like Irma and Harvey — tear across the country, millions of people and business are affected…
What the travel warning for Mexico means for your wallet
Travel
May 17th, 2018
The U.S. Department of State recently issued a travel warning to U.S. citizens about the risk of traveling to certain…
Chick-fil-A has a new breakfast bowl and it looks delicious
Food & Restaurants
August 15th, 2017
Chick-fil-A just added the Hash Brown Scramble — enjoyed as a breakfast bowl or burrito — to restaurants nationwide. Chick-fil-A…
New T-Mobile unlimited plan: 2 lines for $60 for those 55+
Mobile & Electronics
May 17th, 2018
Editor's Note: Effective March 15, 2018, the new price for this plan is $70 per month. Are you over the…
Study finds kitchen sponges are filthier than toilets
August 7th, 2017
A recent study discovered that our homes' kitchens have more germs than toilets, and there's one main culprit: sponges. Kitchen…
What To Do if Your Flight to Europe Is Delayed or Canceled
Travel
September 16th, 2022
Europe is more accessible than ever. You can find incredibly low fares to the continent, and budget airlines are a…
9 non-food items you should buy from Aldi
Deals & Savings
October 1st, 2018
If you're familiar with money expert Clark Howard, you know how much he loves to shop at Aldi. Our team…
8 things you should never buy at a drugstore
March 5th, 2018
Drugstores like CVS and Walgreens got one big thing right: convenience. I live about two miles from my nearest grocery…
13 jobs with the biggest recent salary increases
Jobs
July 19th, 2017
Hunting for a new job with better pay? This list might help narrow your search! Whether you're looking in your…
How to keep your pet safe this Fourth of July
Children & Pets
July 5th, 2017
Fireworks, parades and parties are an integral part of Independence Day celebrations. While the festivities are fun for humans, the…
This patch could change the way we fight the flu
June 30th, 2017
Needle-phobes rejoice! A potentially game-changing way to administer the influenza vaccine just performed remarkably well in a human clinical trial.…
Girl Scouts can soon earn cybersecurity badges
Children & Pets
June 27th, 2017
Known for instilling leadership skills, building confidence and selling delicious cookies, Girl Scouts are now tackling a different kind of…
Americans aren’t using the dishwasher — and it’s costing them big bucks
June 25th, 2017
Nearly 20% of Americans aren't using their dishwasher, according to a recent survey by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, and…
Most Americans swim in debt to pay for vacations
Travel
June 22nd, 2017
Summer travel season is here, and while many Americans are looking forward to a little fun in the sun, many…