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💵 Today’s Top Stories
Home Insurance

Without this policy, you have “no line of defense,” Clark says. It’s not required, but Clark thinks everyone should buy it. Read more.

Roth

Clark calls himself “the man from Roth,” professing his undying love for Roth IRAs and 401(k)s. What makes Roth accounts so great? Read more.

Smartphone

Do you know how much high-speed data you actually use? Or are you one of the 63% paying for an unlimited data plan who actually use less than 15GB each month? Here’s how to find out. Read more.

Pet Sitter

Pet sitters often make close to $30 an hour. But there are some hidden pros and cons, which a Team Clark member found out while working as a pet sitter. Read more.

Stream TV sports

Sorry, sports fans. We have some potentially bad news for your live TV streaming plans for the upcoming football season. Read more.

🏠️ Today’s Current Mortgage Rates

According to Freddie Mac, 30-year mortgage rates are 6.49% and 15-year rates are 5.66% as of August 15, 2024. The following chart shows the 30-year mortgage rate trend over the last year.

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Did you spend more, less or the same amount on your summer vacation this year and why? Let us know by using this form and we may feature your response in an upcoming newsletter.

📊 Stat of the Day

💡+15.5%: The year-over-year increase in electric utility bills as of June. It coincided with yet another record-breaking month in terms of warm weather. Clark recently gave tips on how to save money on air conditioning and cooling expenses.

💰️ Deal Alert: Today’s Top Deals
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🎙️ Podcast

It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, Clark predicts that more people may start doing gig work as the economy moves into a slower gear. There are two apps that have grabbed Clark’s attention as resources to find a good side hustle.

☎️ 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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