The Clark Howard Podcast

According to research, the median happy retiree needs $700,000 to get to retirement. But how do you get there? That’s where stocks come in. In this episode of Ask an Advisor, fee-only fiduciary financial advisor Wes Moss explains why stocks (mostly) are so important to your portfolio and the “dry powder” you need to stay confident in the market. Later in the show, Wes talks about FOMO (fear of missing out) Freddy and why you should ignore him at all costs when looking at your investments. Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the January 21, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions at clark.com/ask. We hope you enjoy our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes, in which Christa and Wes discuss investing and retirement savings in depth. Let us know what you think in the comments! Learn more about Wes: Wes Moss, CFP® Read Wes’ 5 Keys To Be a Successful Investor  Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode - what a lawsuit against Ameriprise can teach us all about saving and investing. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Savings Rate Rip Offs: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Are Extended Warranties Ever Worth It? Should You Buy an Extended Warranty for Your TV? Travel Insurance Checklist: 5 Types of Coverage To Consider 4 Things To Know Before You Buy a Digital TV Antenna T-Mobile 5G Home Internet: 5 Things To Know Before You Sign Up Best Credit Cards for Students: Top Picks for 2024 Barrons: Ameriprise Asks Judge to Toss Clients’ Cash-Sweep Lawsuit 17 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in January 2025 High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA) Calculator MyCredit Guide - American Express Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau What Is a 403(b) and How Does It Work? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many Americans are stressed about spending decisions made over the holidays as the credit card bills roll in. Today, a Clark smart assignment for dealing with debt. Also rolling in soon are tax documents. Clark has advice on tax preparation, free filing, and more.  Credit Card Debt: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 This Tax Season: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Clark Howard's 2024 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy Why You Might Be Paying Your Credit Card Bills All Wrong What Is FedNow? IRS Direct File Expands to Millions More Taxpayers 8 Free Federal and State Tax Filing Services for 2025 IRS Tax-Refund Checks Keep Getting Stolen in the Mail - WSJ Tax Software vs a Tax Professional: Which Should You Choose? Clark.com - When Should You Get an Accountant To Do Your Taxes? Why Did My Credit Score Drop? 4 Ways To Get Your Free Credit Score What Is a Good Credit Score? BBB-File a Complaint Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does 2025 hold for investors? On this episode of Ask an Advisor, fee-only fiduciary financial advisor Wes Moss breaks down 10 things investors should watch out for in 2025. Should we worry about tariffs? Will the market be more volatile? Can we expect a bull or bear market? You don’t want to miss these valuable insights and more to help you prepare for the year ahead! Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the January 14, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions at clark.com/ask. We hope you enjoy our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes, in which Christa and Wes discuss investing and retirement savings in depth. Let us know what you think in the comments! Learn more about Wes: Wes Moss, CFP®   Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

January is not only a bargain month to travel, but also brings deals for spring and summer travel. But when shopping travel options, things aren’t always as they appear.  Clark tells you what to look out for when booking flights, cruises, hotels and car rentals  Also - do you know what an Amazon “brushing” scam is? Clark explains this “gift that you don’t want.” Summer Travel: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Amazon Brushing Scams: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Travel Archives - Clark Deals  /  Travel Archives - Clark Howard Auto Europe: Cheap Car Rentals from $6/day! Best Rate Guarantee Rentalcars.com: Cheap Car Rental, Price Match Guarantee Cheapest Way to Rent a Car: Expert Tips When Should You Get an Accountant To Do Your Taxes? What Is a Roth 401(k) and How Does It Work? 5 Best Robo-Advisors in 2024 What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One? Amazon Scam Warning: Beware of Deliveries You Didn’t Order Automatic Bill Pay: How It Works and How To Do It Safely Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also in this episode - cell phone companies tend to make their plan offers deliberately confusing. Clark offers resources to cut through the hype and zero in on the plan that is best for you, while potentially saving you hundreds of dollars per year. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Back To Basics: Cell Phone Plans: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Clark Deals - Today's Best Deals of the Day Why I Think Medicare Advantage Plans Stink - Clark Howard What Are Index Funds? // What Is an ETF? 3 Ways To Get a Free VIN Check Before Buying a Used Car Phone Plan Finder – Find and Compare Phone Plans - Clark.com Best Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price Amazon Haul: 4 Things To Know Before You Shop Should I Sell My House on My Own or Through a Real Estate Agent? How to Shop for Lower Car Insurance Best And Worst Homeowners Insurance Companies Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new survey finds that half of all workers are basically miserable. Are you thinking about getting a new job this year? There are some great ways to receive additional training for free to up your skill set. Also, you can do something absolutely free to improve your health and lengthen your life.   2025 Employment: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Rise & Thrive: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: The share of US workers who are “thriving” has fallen to a record low These 4 fantastic sites offer more than 17,000 free online courses Military and Veterans Guide: Free Resources for Your Finances Why Clark Howard Is So Excited About His Wedding Band NYTimes: Why Sitting All Day May Shorten Your Life What's the Best Way To Donate to a Charity? Clark Howard: My 7 Rules for Using Credit Cards  Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saving for retirement is largely our own responsibility as individuals. As we live longer, we have a lot of time in retirement to prepare for. Plus, events in the world can be complicated which can make investing a nerve-wracking decision. Fortunately, there are basic core pillars and strategies that successful investors share. In this episode of Ask an Advisor, fee-only fiduciary financial advisor Wes Moss breaks down the five fundamental keys of successful investors to help you better navigate the path to achieving financial freedom and reaching your retirement goals. In the second half of the show, Wes takes a deep dive into one of the pillars: planning. Plus, Christa shares your #AskWes questions and Wes gives his take. All this and more on the January 7, 2025, Ask an Advisor episode. Submit your questions at clark.com/ask. We hope you enjoy the first of our weekly Ask An Advisor episodes, with Christa and Wes going deeper on investing and retirement savings. Let us know what you think in the comments! Learn more about Wes, our newest member of Team Clark: Capital Investment Advisors Wes Moss, CFP® Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, something we receive many calls about at our Team Clark Consumer Action Center - timeshares. Clark explains why timeshares & their latest incarnation - vacation clubs are defective by design. Also - teaching kids about money can be a real challenge, and allowance can play a big role in teaching kids that money is a finite commodity.  Beware “Vacation Clubs”: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Teaching Deferred Gratification: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Why Vacation Clubs Are Even Worse Than Timeshares NYTimes: Lured by Luxury Vacations, They Were Stuck With Debt How To Sell, Cancel or Get Rid of Your Timeshare 12 Common Amazon Scams To Avoid Amazon Scam Warning: Beware of Deliveries You Didn't Order 3 Places You Should Never Invest Your Money Why Clark Howard Wants You to Set Up a 'Financial Chromebook' How to Teach Young Kids About Money Cash Back Credit Card Tool - Clark.com Best 2% Cash Back Credit Cards: 11 Options for 2025 6 Things To Know and Do Before You Deal With a Home Insurance Claims Adjuster Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! Clark starts off 2025 with advice that can help you save money throughout the entire year. Clark Stinks will be back next week. Also today, what to know about making returns on some of those holiday items you may not want to keep. SPEND LESS On Streaming Services: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Holiday Returns: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Best Live TV Streaming Services: Compare Top Picks for 2025 Best Free Streaming Services in 2025: Movies and TV for Cord Cutters  Streaming TV Tool: Find Cheapest Way to Stream Your Favorite TV Channels 4 Things To Know Before You Buy a Digital TV Antenna PBS and Amazon to Launch Local PBS Stations and PBS KIDS FAST Channels Study: The 10 Best New Cars for the Money How to Shop for Lower Car Insurance Best Auto Insurance Companies and Some of the Worst The Platinum Card® from American Express Review Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card Travel Insurance Checklist: 5 Types of Coverage To Consider Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy 13 Secret Saving Hacks at Costco, Sam's Club and BJ's Wholesale Clark Deals - Today's Best Deals of the Day What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One? How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor How To Find a Trustworthy Mechanic Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 3rd. Only 1 in 4 people realize you can negotiate on items you think come at a fixed price. You can negotiate everything from the price of a new car to your cable bill to large appliances. Also, social media is full of pitches selling supplements and powders with claims they can improve your health and change your life. Not so fast. What you need to know about dietary supplements.  Price Negotiation: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Warning: Dietary Supplements: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: A Guide To Negotiating For Cars, TV Bills, Home Renos And More Is It Worth Buying High-End Appliances? Here's How Long Your Home Appliances Should Last The best time and place to buy appliances Submit a complaint | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Dietary supplements and protein powders fall under a ‘wild west’ of unregulated products that necessitate caveats and caution — The Conversation How To Avoid Fraud With Herbal Supplements ConsumerLab.com /  NSF International /  U.S. Pharmacopeia Consumer Federation of America Life Insurance Rate of Return Service How To Find and Claim Missing Money in Your Name Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 3rd. How do we determine our “magic number” - the amount we need to retire? Clark weighs in on the debate about how much it takes to be financially secure, and how to start and keep making progress. Also today -private placements, hedge funds, limited partnerships, private equity - beware of this type of non-traditional investment “opportunity”. Even when they’re legit, there’s no liquidity, and extremely high expenses. It pays to know why you need to avoid investing with anyone who is not a fiduciary. How Much Do You Need To Retire: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Risky Investment Pitches: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: How Much Do You Need To Retire? How to Start Investing: 10 Steps (Clark.com) How To Save Money: Spend Less & Build Your Savings Warning: Here’s What Those Debt Settlement Companies Don’t Tell You Clark Howard's 2024 Credit Card Debt Elimination Strategy 6 Things To Know Before Contacting the National Foundation for Credit Counseling Best 529 College Savings Plans By State How To Open a Roth IRA The AJC: Atlanta hedge fund manager charged in $10M fraud scheme Best Financial Advisors in 2024 Should You Make Your Child an Authorized User on Your Credit Card? Best Credit Cards for Students: Top Picks for 2024 Travel Archives - Clark Howard 4 Ways To Get Your Free Credit Score Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 3rd. Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, we’ve talked about the cost of college, and how it can hamper parents saving for their own retirement. But what about supporting adult children post-college age? Clark shares some concerning stats. What’s your take? We have a popular thread on our free Clark.com Community on this topic, linked here and we invite you to share thoughts on financially supporting adult children. Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Paying For Adult Children: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Streaming TV - Clark.com Do I Really Need To Put Premium Gasoline in My Vehicle? How to Get Your Kids to Step Off the Gravy Train 60% of Parents Pay Bills For Adult Children. Do You? When it’s time to financially cut off your adult children Clark.com Community - What is the appropriate age to wean your child off your financial support? And how much money should you give an adult child if any? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 3rd. Clark recommends renting in a new city or state before you buy there, and has a great example of why to share with you. Also, Clark is very happy to report that the used clothing market is growing 7 times faster in the U.S. than the new market. Buying used is a great way to Spend Less! Rent Before Buying In New Locale: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Secondhand Clothing A WIN: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: New York Post: Florida transplants fleeing in droves over relentless heat, damaging hurricanes The home insurance market is crumbling. These owners are paying the price The $10 Travel Essential Clark Howard Always Packs 5 Best Robo-Advisors in 2023 Who Should Use a Robo-Advisor? Secondhand clothing stores are red hot as consumers look to save money Clark.com - CELL PHONES Best Investment Companies for Investors in 2024 10 Best Free Checking Accounts in April 2024 Fidelity Investments Review 2023: Pros & Cons Team Clark Guarantee - Clark Howard Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Holidays! Please enjoy this Best Of episode. Clark returns January 3rd. The membership subscription business model has overtaken retailers large and small. Clark compares offerings from Target, Walmart, Amazon and 2 warehouse clubs, with a directive for consumers. Also, as if timeshares aren’t bad enough, organized crime is now getting into the resale scam game. Retail Memberships: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Cartels Target Timeshares: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Barrons: Delivery Is Retail’s New Game. How the Players Stack Up. Target Is Rebranding Its Credit Card Program: What You Should Know Costco vs. Sam's Club vs. BJ's Wholesale: Which Is Best? How To Manage Your Monthly Subscriptions To Save Money Parent PLUS loans can be a debt trap. Here's a loophole Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR) Income-Driven Repayment Plans What Are the Tax Consequences of Debt Settlement? NYTimes: A Mexican Drug Cartel’s New Target? Seniors and Their Timeshares Clark.com - Timeshares How To Sell, Cancel or Get Rid of Your Timeshare 5 Steps To Getting a Good Deal on a Hotel Room How To Plan a Trip: Clark's Best Travel Tips To Save Money Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, our last show of the year, Clark looks ahead to where home prices are likely to go in 2025. Also in this episode, Clark shares data on the average 401(k) balance. There’s room for improvement to get better prepared for retirement moving forward. 2025 Home Prices: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 401(k) Balances: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Why You Should Never Store Your Payment Information Online Virtual Credit Cards: An Online Security Measure Worth Taking? Top 7 Ways To Shop Safely Online This Device Can Help You Avoid an Annoying Car Rental Fee Is a HELOC a Good Idea? The Simple Answer HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan: Similarities and Differences USA TODAY: The average 401(k) balance for ages 55 to 64 may surprise you Invest & Retire - Clark.com Should You Make Your Child an Authorized User on Your Credit Card? What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also today, Clark is truly concerned about the chaotic state of the United States Postal Service right now. In many regions of the country, people are dealing with serious consequences of delayed or undelivered mail. Know what you can do to protect yourself Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2 Unreliable Mail Delivery - Action Required: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Google Fi Review: My Experience as a Five-Year Customer (Pros and Cons) Government Executive: GOP senator to DeJoy: I will 'kill' your plan to reform USPS What Should I Do With My 401(k) at My Old Company? 401(k) Rollover: How To Roll Over a 401(k) What to Do if You're Facing Car Repossession Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One way you may be able to save money is through home Internet service. Do you really need the highest speeds? So many of us overbuy for what we actually need. Also, train travel in the U.S. has lagged behind other developed countries, but that is starting to change. More Internet Speed Than You Need: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 American Rail: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Clark’s Tips To Save Money on Home Internet in 2025 T-Mobile Rolls Out New Pricing for Home Internet Plans Verizon Home Internet: Things To Know Before You Sign Up 1099 Income: Why Prepaying Your Taxes Is More Important Than Ever if You Have a Side Hustle Net Worth Calculator - Clark.com More people are riding Amtrak than ever before, and improvements are on the way Where To Put Your Cash When You’re Saving for a Purchase in Less Than 5 Years 17 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in December 2024 Best Online Banks: Free Checking and High-Interest Savings Accounts High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA) Calculator What's the Best Savings Account for a Teenager? Warning: Why You Should Never Buy Visa Gift Cards Clark's Christmas Kids 2024 Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Disclosure in Podcast Description: A Bond Account is a self-directed brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Deposits into this account are used to purchase 10 investment-grade and high-yield bonds. As of 9/26/24, the average, annualized yield to worst (YTW) across the Bond Account is greater than 6%. A bond’s yield is a function of its market price, which can fluctuate; therefore, a bond’s YTW is not “locked in” until the bond is purchased, and your yield at time of purchase may be different from the yield shown here. The “locked in” YTW is not guaranteed; you may receive less than the YTW of the bonds in the Bond Account if you sell any of the bonds before maturity or if the issuer defaults on the bond. Public Investing charges a markup on each bond trade. See our Fee Schedule. Bond Accounts are not recommendations of individual bonds or default allocations. The bonds in the Bond Account have not been selected based on your needs or risk profile. See https://public.com/disclosures/bond-account to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson has created a lot of argument and discussion about healthcare and health insurance. Clark addresses the problems and challenges we face with the U.S. healthcare system including lack of choice, hidden pricing, and consumers being squeezed on cost and denied care. Also - Clark discusses new statistics on how long it is taking many workers to find a new job, and how you should prepare. American Healthcare: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Employment Update: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: After a shocking shooting, Americans vent feelings about health insurance National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Home NAELA Why It’s More Important Than Ever To Have an Emergency Fund How Much Money Do I Need in My Emergency Fund? How Much Do You Need To Save a Month To Get $10,000? 17 of the Best High-Yield Online Savings Accounts in December 2024 Is Robinhood Gold Worth It? How To Open a Roth IRA What Is a SIMPLE IRA and How Does It Work? What Is a SEP IRA and Who Is Eligible? Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Auto theft, particularly at airports - has spiked around the country. Holidays travelers are especially at risk, but there is something you can do to keep track of your vehicle. Also today, Albertsons is suing Kroger now that the merger deal has collapsed. Clark discusses how this antitrust ruling matters - or doesn’t - to us as consumers.  Grand Theft Auto: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Supermarket Antitrust Ruling And You: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: Clark's Christmas Kids 2024 How To Find and Claim Missing Money in Your Name How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion Chase Sapphire Reserve® vs. Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Best Travel Credit Cards: Top Rewards Picks for 2025 Do I Need To Unfreeze My Credit To Shop for Car Insurance? What's the Best Savings Account for a Teenager? What Brokerage Do You Recommend for First-Time Investors or Kids? When Should You File a Claim on Your Homeowners Insurance? 10 Things Homeowners Insurance Doesn't Always Cover Clark.com resources Episode transcripts Community.Clark.com Clark.com daily money newsletter Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275 Learn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices