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The Dangerous Cell Phone Scam Everyone Needs To Know About

SIM card swapping can give your personal and financial information to scammers in an instant. Luckily, these steps can help prevent it from happening to you. Read more.

Should I Get Insurance on My Water and Sewer Lines

Homeowners insurance often doesn’t cover issues related to your water and sewer lines. So should you get insurance on those or cover it with your own emergency fund? Read more.

How To Get Top-Brand Running Shoes for Cheap Right Now

High-quality athletic shoes can smack your wallet … hard. What if we told you there’s a way to avoid that pain? Clark shares four different ways you can get your next pair for less. Read more.

Here’s How Much $10,000 Will Make in a High-Yield Savings Account

The Fed just hiked interest rates. That’s bad news for borrowers but could be good news for savers. Here’s how much you can make right now if you’re holding $10,000 in the best savings account. 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.

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Becky in Ohio asks:

"Once your mortgage is paid off, do we need to keep all of the mortgage paperwork?"

Clark's answer: That's a great question for a great reason. You just need to keep the proof that you paid it off – and you need to keep that proof forever.

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🏠 7.03%: According to Freddie Mac, 30-year mortgage rates are 7.03% (up from 6.95% last week) and 15-year rates are 6.42% as of September 24, 2026.

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🎙 Podcast

It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, running and walking shoe prices are finally dropping, creating a massive money-saving opportunity for your wallet. Major retailers like Dick’s Sporting Goods are feeling the squeeze from an oversupplied market and slowing consumer demand, leading to deep discounts across nearly every major brand. Whether you need a fresh pair for daily walks or serious training, now is the time to skip full retail and lock in major savings across the board.

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