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Clark Howard's Obsession That Could Save You Hundreds

2 days ago | clark.com | Sally McDonald

If you’ve listened to or watched me for any period of time, you know I’m obsessed with warehouse clubs. Is it an unhealthy obsession? No, it’s a very healthy obsession! And the sales at these clubs? They’re booming! BJ’s Wholesale sales are up 4%, Sam’s Club almost 7%, and Costco a whopping 8%. Why the boom? Because people recognize they’re getting a better deal with them, and I want to talk about that. The demand for warehouse clubs is incredibly strong.
Why a Side Hustle Is Your Most Powerful Tool Against Debt

3 days ago | clark.com | Sally McDonald

The ravages of inflation have hit us hard, and I know many of you are struggling with debt, just trying to make ends meet. You might think what I’m about to say is obvious, but hear me out: a lot of people are finding a way out of debt, and it requires some real work on your part. The debt burden in America is real. We have so many people struggling to cover the basics: food, rent or mortgage, car insurance.
Why the Housing Market Is Stalled (and What Comes Next)

5 days ago | clark.com | Sally McDonald

The housing market is in a truly peculiar state right now. We’re facing a significant shortage of housing units in the U.S. – economists estimate we’re short by about four to five million. This scarcity is a huge disruption for anyone trying to buy a home. If you’ve been a buyer in the last six years, you’ve witnessed an incredible escalation in home prices, particularly between 2019 and 2024. Now, however, those prices have largely stalled.
Chase Sapphire Reserve® Will Undergo Major Changes Soon

1 week ago | clark.com | Nick Cole

Chase has raised the bar for premium travel credit cards with the unveiling of its upcoming revamped Chase Sapphire Reserve® and the introduction of the brand-new Chase Sapphire Reserve® for Business.
Prime Visa: Amazon Ups Welcome Bonus in Time for Prime Day 2025

1 week ago | clark.com | Nick Cole

If you’re an Amazon loyalist, you probably already know that Prime Day 2025 is coming soon. But did you know that the card_name could land you some extra spending money for Prime Day? The mega four-day sales event begins July 8, 2025. And, right on time, Amazon has presented a fresh new welcome bonus offer for its co-branded credit card from Chase.
Clark Addresses Changes to One of His Favorite Travel Credit Cards

2 weeks ago | clark.com | Nick Cole

And cardholders are… upset. Capital One will be making several adjustments to the policies for the lounge access offered by the Venture X (as well as by the Capital One Venture X Business). Spoiler: None of them are customer friendly. This card, which carries a $395 annual fee, is one of money expert Clark Howard’s favorite travel credit cards. So much so that he carries it in his personal wallet and speaks well of it often.
AT&T 55+: New Unlimited Phone Plan for Seniors From $35/Line

2 weeks ago | clark.com | Dallas Cox

This month, AT&T added a new unlimited cell phone plan to its postpaid lineup: AT&T 55+. The new plan is exclusively available to customers over the age of 55. For two lines, it costs $35 per line per month. In this article, I’ll take a closer look at AT&T’s newest plan, including what you’ll get for the price and how it compares to other cell phone plans with senior discounts. On June 3, AT&T announced a new unlimited plan with exclusive savings for customers over the age of 55.
Citi Is Devaluing ThankYou Points: Will It Impact the Double Cash Card?

2 weeks ago | clark.com | Nick Cole

Citi has notified select rewards credit card customers that the redemption value of their ThankYou points will soon be reduced. This change drops the cash back value of ThankYou points earned with the Strata Premier from one cent per point to 0.75 cents per point. While that news is certainly concerning for Strata cardholders, it also got Team Clark wondering about the future value of ThankYou points on cards that we often recommend, like the Citi Double Cash® Card and Citi Custom Cash® Card.
The Best Cell Phone Plan Deals in June

3 weeks ago | clark.com | Dallas Cox

Switching cell phone service providers is an easy way to save money on your monthly bills. With an unlocked phone, you can switch service providers as frequently as you’d like. Plus, you’ll nearly always be eligible for new customer deals when you switch. In this article, I’ll share the best cell phone plan deals available in June 2025. Some deals are discounts exclusively available to new customers, while other deals include new cell phone plans and features that are available to everyone.
Protect Your Money From Sneaky Card Skimmers

3 weeks ago | clark.com | Sally McDonald

Summer travel is in full swing, and while you’re out enjoying the open road, it’s crucial to be aware of a growing threat: increasingly sophisticated card skimming scams. This isn’t a new crime, but it’s evolving, making it more difficult for you to protect your hard-earned money. A skimmer is a device criminals attach to debit and credit card readers, often at places like gas station pumps. These skimmers read the magnetic stripe on the back of your card.