The Clark Howard Podcast
Clark Howard
Save more and spend less is more than just a motto for money expert Clark Howard; it’s a way of life. Clark and his crew — Team Clark — are on a mission to empower people to take control of their personal finances by providing money-saving tips, consumer advice, hot deals and economic news to help everyone achieve financial freedom. Clark is a nationally syndicated radio talk show host and a consumer reporter for television stations around the country. His podcast, The Clark Howard Show, receives more than one million downloads each month and is a hub for listeners to get valuable advice on-demand any time. Clark answers questions on the most popular business and consumer topics including; how to buy a cars, financing a home, retirement planning, shopping for insurance and getting the most out of your savings. Join the conversation and submit your question to www.clark.com/askclark . Clark spearheads two free resources — Clark.com and ClarkDeals.com — to encourage consumers to save more, spend less and avoid ripoffs.
Categories: Business
Listen to the last episode:
It’s tax season - and many Americans are going to receive higher than expected refunds. Guess what Clark wants you to do with extra money? And what about your withholding for this year? Also today, more clarity on Trump accounts. While the federal government is seeding these accounts with $1,000 for newborns, proceed with caution. Clark tells you how these work, who benefits, and who does not. Tax Refunds & Withholding: Segment 1 Ask Clark: Segment 2 Trump Accounts: Segment 3 Ask Clark: Segment 4 Mentioned on the show: 4 Reasons Why This Is the Best Time of the Year To File Your Taxes Why You Do Not Want To Get a Big Tax Refund Check - Clark Howard Is One Medical Membership for Prime Members Better Than a Health Concierge? Direct Primary Care: A new solution for rising health care costs? Should I Use a Credit Card or Give Up My Bank Account Info To Save 2.3%? Roth vs. Traditional 401(k): What's the Difference? - Clark Howard Trump Accounts: What You Need To Know Best 529 Plans by State: How Clark Howard Picks the Top College Savings Plans Should I Contribute to a 529 Plan Only To Roll It Into a Roth IRA Later? BBB-File a Complaint 5 Best Places To Buy Pet Medicines - Clark Howard 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
Previous episodes
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3754 - 02.11.26 Tax Refunds & Withholding / Clarksplainer: Trump Accounts Wed, 11 Feb 2026
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3753 - 02.10.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 10 Feb 2026
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3752 - 02.09.26 Gift Cards: Use Or Lose Them / Big Changes For Home Backup Power Mon, 09 Feb 2026
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3751 - 02.06.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Housing Market Predictions Fri, 06 Feb 2026
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3750 - 02.04.26 Love & Money / Which Documents Should You Keep Wed, 04 Feb 2026
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3749 - 02.03.2026 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 03 Feb 2026
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3748 - 02.02.26 Going Mobile: Relocation For Jobs And Homeownership Mon, 02 Feb 2026
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3747 - 01.30.26 Best Cheap Cars / Secret To An Affordable Vacation Fri, 30 Jan 2026
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3746 - 01.28.26 Bypass Finfluencers / Can You Spot A Scam? Wed, 28 Jan 2026
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3745 - 01.27.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 27 Jan 2026
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3744 - 01.26.26 Regular Retail Vs Costco / The Newly Expanded ABLE Account Mon, 26 Jan 2026
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3743 - 01.23.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Owning Rental Property Fri, 23 Jan 2026
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3742 - 01.21.26 Appeal Health Insurance Denials / Fight Skyrocketing Power Bills Wed, 21 Jan 2026
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3741 - 01.20.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 20 Jan 2026
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3740 - 01.19.26 The Condo Market Now / Moving Abroad Mon, 19 Jan 2026
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3739 - 01.16.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / An Entrepreneurial Moment Fri, 16 Jan 2026
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3738 - 01.14.26 Travel Buyer Beware / Clarkonomics: The 2026 Growth Recession Wed, 14 Jan 2026
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3737 - 01.13.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 13 Jan 2026
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3736 - 01.12.26 A Plan For Credit Card Debt / Online Grocery Prices Mon, 12 Jan 2026
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3735 - 01.09.26 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / The Future Of Auto Insurance Fri, 09 Jan 2026
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3734 - 01.07.26 What Early Tax Filers Need To Know / When To Take Social Security Wed, 07 Jan 2026
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3733 - 01.06.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 06 Jan 2026
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3732 - 01.05.25 How To Handle A Hospital Bill / Lower Power Costs Mon, 05 Jan 2026
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3731 - 01.02.26 2026 Smarter Spending Resolution / Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks Fri, 02 Jan 2026
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3730 - 12.30.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 30 Dec 2025
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3729 - 12.29.25 Save On Ride Share Services / Up In ARMs - The Adjustable-Rate Mortgage Mon, 29 Dec 2025
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3728 - 12.23.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 23 Dec 2025
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3727 - 12.22.25 Avoid Fraud 2 Ways / The Outlook On Gas Prices Mon, 22 Dec 2025
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3726 - 12.19.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / For Christmas Procrastinators Fri, 19 Dec 2025
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3725 - 12.17.25 Household $ Saving Tips / Housing: Buying Vs Renting Wed, 17 Dec 2025
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3724 - 12.16.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 16 Dec 2025
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3723 - 12.15.25 Protect Your Retirement Accounts / Electronic Medical Records Mon, 15 Dec 2025
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3722 - 12.12.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Retirement Planning 2026 Fri, 12 Dec 2025
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3721 - 12.10.25 Mortgage Refinance Guidelines / Switching Banks - Easier Than You Think Wed, 10 Dec 2025
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3720 - 12.09.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 09 Dec 2025
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3719 - 12.08.25 Empowerment: Fitness Trackers / Home Equity: When A HELOC Makes Sense Mon, 08 Dec 2025
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3718 - 12.05.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Recommended: Digital IDs Fri, 05 Dec 2025
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3717 - 12.03.25 Choose Lifelong Learning / Supporting Adult Children Wed, 03 Dec 2025
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3716 - 12.02.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 02 Dec 2025
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3715 - 12.01.25 Homeowners- Are You Underinsured? / Designer Goods For Less Mon, 01 Dec 2025
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3714 - 11.28.25 BEST OF: About Clark Howard + A Special Birthday Edition of Clark Stinks Fri, 28 Nov 2025
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3713 - 11.26.25 Booking Future Travel / New Vehicle Sticker Shock! Wed, 26 Nov 2025
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3712 - 11.24.25 Spotlight: Warehouse Clubs / Scam Prevention Team Work Mon, 24 Nov 2025
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3711 - 11.21.25 Clark Answers His Critics on Clark Stinks / Auto Theft: Is Your Car A Target? Fri, 21 Nov 2025
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3710 - 11.19.25 Save More On Thanksgiving / The Clark Smart Way To Shop Online Wed, 19 Nov 2025
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3709 - 11.18.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 18 Nov 2025
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3708 - 11.17.25 Charity Season Guidelines / Quick Serve Value Wars Mon, 17 Nov 2025
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3707 - 11.14.25 Batteries Not Included / Multigenerational Living Fri, 14 Nov 2025
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3706 - 11.12.25 Shopper Guidance In The K-Economy / Screen Addiction Solutions Wed, 12 Nov 2025
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3705 - 11.11.25 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss Tue, 11 Nov 2025