Clark’s 10 ‘never, never, not ever’ money rules (12 26 25)

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Clark Howard money rules

Never exchange money at an airport, invest with a bank or talk rudely to customer support. These items cause Clark to bring out his trademark “never, never, not ever” catchphrase. Read more.

Amazon boxes

Being able to return items can boost the value of shopping online. But did you know that you can’t return items like some jewelry, computers and health products? Read more.

Credit Cards

You’ve earned credit card points. It’s time to cash in. But which path should you take? Team Clark’s credit card expert leads you through the decision tree. Read more.

Life insurance on cash

Lost insurance policies are more common than you think. Where in the world could yours be? Here’s a free and easy way to find lost policies. Read more.

📊 Stat of the Day

💸 $144,400: Average Fidelity 401(k) account balance as of the end of Q3, up about $6,600 in three months. Kiplinger broke down the average balance by age range, including $17,000 for Gen Z and $267,900 for Boomers.

💰️ Deal Alert: Today’s Top Deals
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🎙️ Podcast

Clark shares a warning about booking any future travel, whether it’s a cruise, rental house, tour or flight – and has two specific guidelines to help protect your money.

☎️ Need Money Help?

The Team Clark Consumer Action Center is a free helpline that can help you navigate your money questions. Call 636-492-5275. Visit clark.com/cac for more information.

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