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.
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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.
09.29.25 This Open Enrollment Is Different / A Good Climb: CD Ladders
The Clark Howard Podcast
30 minutes
3 weeks ago
09.29.25 This Open Enrollment Is Different / A Good Climb: CD Ladders
It’s almost time to choose health insurance for 2026 and there are some significant changes coming with medical care. Clark has important info you need to know ahead of making your elections for open enrollment. Also, interest rates are up in the air right now. Is now a good time to open a CD and/or CD ladder with predicted interest rate cuts? Clark offers a defensive strategy for the money you save.
Attention: Open Enrollment Changes: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
CD Laddering : Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
NYTimes: Health Care Costs for Workers Begin to Climb
Spot Health Insurance Scams | Consumer Advice
Is it health insurance or a medical discount plan?
More employers adopting ICHRAs, giving workers money to buy their own health insurance
Why Clark Howard Switched His Cell Phone Service After 18 Years With T-Mobile
Internet Price War: Why Now Is a Good Time To Threaten To Cancel
Wirecutter: How to Avoid a Huge Customs Bill on a Cheap Online Order
What Is a CD Ladder and When Is It a Good Idea?
CD Ladder Calculator - Clark.com
17 New Cell Phone Deals in September
SIM Card Swapping: The Dangerous Cell Phone Scam
Why You Need To Lock Your Phone Number Today
Clark.com resources:
Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
Clark.com daily money newsletter
Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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The Clark Howard Podcast
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.
