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Best and Worst Rental Car Companies in America

Make the most of your next trip and don’t waste time with a bad rental car experience. Here are the companies that are satisfying customers (and those that aren’t). Read more.

Why You Need To Go Through Your Online Accounts

Your old online accounts, even ones that aren’t related to finances, can be “the key that unlocks nothing but trouble for you,” Clark says. Here’s how – and how to safeguard your identity. Read more.

Best Deals of Aldi’s Middle Aisle in September

One dozen roses for $6.99 (vs. $10.73 at Walmart), a pumpkin-themed serving dish for $14.99 and a two-pack of room-darkening curtains for $14.99 are among the current deals at Aldi. Read more.

Get T-Mobile Service for Less: Is Prepaid Worth It?

Want T-Mobile’s network without paying T-Mobile’s regular prices? Its prepaid plans could lower your bill, but there are cheaper alternatives you’ll want to know about before you switch. Read more.

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On his podcast, Clark Howard answers real reader questions on money, credit, debt, retirement, travel, and more, along with co-host Christa DiBiase.

Today's question

Alesia in Nebraska asks:

"Would Clark be willing to test the Circul Ring 2? I know he wears the Oura ring, however, with the Circul, there is no monthly fee."

Clark's answer: I've never heard of the Circul Ring 2, and while my wife will go berserk if I add yet another health tracker to my body, I will read the tech reviews on it. Retail it's about $189, so I'll check if it offers the same benefits I get from my Oura.

I’m pretty married to my Oura ring. In fact, I wear it as my wedding band and have been using it for five and a half years now – I just love it. I definitely don't like Oura's recurring fee, though I happen to have a credit card that covers that annual charge for me so I'm not paying it out of pocket. Still, I’ll look into the Circul Ring 2 to see if it’s something I should be recommending as a solid, fee-free alternative to Oura.

Notice I didn't fully commit to buying it yet – you heard that! But I will definitely check it out.

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🌭 $1.50: The price of Costco’s famous hot dog-and-soda combo, which hasn’t increased since its predecessor Price Club began selling it in 1984.

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Welcome to our first monthly "Rapid Fire" bonus episode of Ask an Advisor! Wes Moss is opening up the listener mailbag to answer your direct financial questions. We’re covering a wide range of topics: from how pets fit into the "Happiest Retirees" research, to whether UTMA accounts or Trump Accounts beat out a classic 529 plan for college and savings goals. Plus, we address pension life insurance strategies, handling portfolio planning with reduced life expectancy, and how to navigate the infamous "Tax Torpedo" in retirement.

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