Theo has co-written several books with Clark Howard, including the New York Times #1 bestseller Living Large in Lean Times. He's also an emerging composer. After spending more than 13 years covering personal finance for Team Clark, Theo is excited to super-serve the Clark audience in a whole new way -- with lots of money-saving deals over at ClarkDeals.com!

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Ask Clark: Should I get a prepaid maintenance plan on a new car? Cars January 29th, 2019
When you buy a new car, chances are you'll be offered a prepaid maintenance plan by the dealership. While it's…
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Apple FaceTime bug lets others spy on you Mobile & Electronics January 29th, 2019
Apple has revealed there's a new FaceTime bug that lets users secretly listen in through someone else's iPhone when a…
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The cost of a first-class stamp just went up — unless you do this Money & Credit January 28th, 2019
Sending snail mail just got more expensive, thanks to an increase in the cost of a first-class stamp. Forever Stamp…
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New Costco deal: Get a $20 Costco Cash Card with your membership! Shopping & Retail January 28th, 2019
You probably already know about Costco's reputation for saving you money, but their street cred among penny-pinchers is about to…
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Which wireless carrier has the fastest network? Mobile & Electronics January 28th, 2019
If you've got the need for speed, you'll probably want to be a customer of one of two particular mobile…
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New data breach affects 24 million+ big bank loan customers Protect Your Rights & Identity January 24th, 2019
Have you taken out a mortgage or a loan or purchased life insurance with a big bank in the last…
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These 3 companies are hiring for 77,000+ positions in 2019 Jobs January 24th, 2019
With the U.S. weekly jobless claims falling to a 50-year low, this is a great time to be looking for…
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PayPal offers $25 million in zero-interest cash advances to government workers Money & Credit January 23rd, 2019
As the longest shutdown in our nation's history drags on, nearly 1 million federal employees are either on furlough or…
The 25 best jobs in America for 2019
The 25 best jobs in America for 2019 Jobs January 23rd, 2019
Now that we're through the holiday season, this is a great time of the year to look for a new…
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5 things to know about SquadHelp — the site that pays you for creative business names Business & Entrepreneurs January 22nd, 2019
Need to make a quick hundred bucks? SquadHelp lets you submit names for startup businesses and get compensated. If your…
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Looking for the best mechanic? Here are 10 shops to try Cars January 22nd, 2019
When you're looking for the best mechanic, there are a lot of choices out there: You could go to the…
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Charitable giving and community service: How to teach your kids well Children & Pets January 21st, 2019
We as Americans are the most generous people on Earth. That's not just an opinion — it's a fact! Recent research…
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5 new Netflix developments you should know about TV, Satellite & Cable January 18th, 2019
Noting "high member satisfaction," Netflix isn't showing any sign of slowing down with the release of new quarterly numbers that…
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IRS announces tax break for everyone: An estimated tax withholding penalty waiver Money & Credit January 17th, 2019
Nobody exactly likes paying the Internal Revenue Service, but there's something even worse than paying taxes. How about paying a…
Upset about the Netflix price increase? Here’s what you should really be focusing on…
Upset about the Netflix price increase? Here’s what you should really be focusing on… Money & Credit January 16th, 2019
Learning how to invest money can seem daunting at first. But if you focus on what really matters and dispense…
9 things to know about filing your taxes during a government shutdown
9 things to know about filing your taxes during a government shutdown Money & Credit January 16th, 2019
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is out with new guidance for filing your taxes during a government shutdown as the historic…
New survey: The 13 best grocery stores for price and quality
New survey: The 13 best grocery stores for price and quality Shopping & Retail January 15th, 2019
For the second year in a row, Trader Joe's claims the top spot in a newly released survey of customer…
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Netflix raising prices by up to 18% Mobile & Electronics January 15th, 2019
Netflix has raised prices on all of its subscription plans, according to brand-new pricing on its sign-up page. RELATED: Free…
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Recall Alert: 1.7 million more Toyota vehicles for air bag issue Cars January 10th, 2019
Toyota is recalling an additional 1.7 million vehicles worldwide for potentially faulty Takata air bag inflators. The latest move adds…
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Why Clark says this is the best time of the year to find deals Shopping & Retail January 7th, 2019
Fancy yourself a bargain hunter? If so, this is your week to get some amazing sales, according to money expert…
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The new 1040 tax form: What you need to know Money & Credit January 7th, 2019
With the simplification of the tax code brought about by the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the IRS has revised…
Refund reversal: White House official says tax refunds will arrive as scheduled
Refund reversal: White House official says tax refunds will arrive as scheduled Money & Credit January 7th, 2019
There's good news if you've been fretting over not getting your federal tax refund because of the partial government shutdown.…
Save $700 using couch change with the Penny Challenge!
Save $700 using couch change with the Penny Challenge! Money & Credit January 7th, 2019
The Penny Challenge will make you rethink the value of the spare change in your pocket or couch — and…
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Disney hikes the cost of tickets to California theme parks by 10% Travel January 7th, 2019
Disney is starting out the new year with a hefty price hike at its iconic Disneyland Resort and sister California…
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Reminder: The contribution limits for your 401(k) and IRA have gone up for 2019! Money & Credit January 4th, 2019
Now that the calendar has turned you can contribute more money than ever to your retirement accounts! If you are…
Clark Howard: Why you need to give online banks another look
Clark Howard: Why you need to give online banks another look Money & Credit January 3rd, 2019
Thinking about switching your bank? You're probably familiar with credit unions as a superior alternative to traditional big banks, but…
16 ways to lower your energy bill
16 ways to lower your energy bill Homes & Real Estate January 2nd, 2019
Paying a high energy bill every month is like throwing your money away. Don't do it! Follow this advice to save…
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Microsoft issues emergency security patch for Internet Explorer Protect Your Rights & Identity December 21st, 2018
Microsoft has issued a series of emergency security patches for certain versions of Internet Explorer that criminals are actively exploiting…
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Check your statement if you’ve been to a Caribou Coffee lately Protect Your Rights & Identity December 21st, 2018
Coffee & Bagel Brands announced that it was targeted by hackers at hundreds of its locations from late August through…
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What the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate hike means for you Money & Credit December 20th, 2018
For the fourth time this year, the Federal Reserve announced a widely expected interest rate hike on Thursday. But what…