07.09.24 Clark Changes Cell Providers / “Spaving” - The Discount Scheme

In today’s episode, Clark shares why he recently switched cell phone carriers, what the process was like, and which company he’s with now. There are so many opportunities to save on your monthly bill! Speaking of saving - is it really saving when you spend more to get a bigger discount? Clark talks about “spaving”.

• Clark’s Cell Carrier Switch: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• The “Spaving” Trap: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon get beaten by small carrier in customer satisfaction - PhoneArena
• Why Clark Howard Switched His Cell Phone Service After 18 Years With T-Mobile
• Report: The Best Cell Phone Providers in America (Clark.com)
• Cheap Phone Plans: Get Exactly What You Want at the Cheapest Price
• Google Fi Review: My Experience as a Five-Year Customer (Pros and Cons)
• Should You Buy Cell Phone Insurance? (Clark.com)
• These Credit Cards Will Replace Your Stolen or Damaged Phone (Clark.com)
• When Companies Ask for Your Social Security Number, Try Saying No - WSJ
• How to Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
• Buy two, get one half off? How 'spaving' discounts can derail your finances
• 4 free services to thwart the identity thieves lurking in your mailbox
• Best 529 College Savings Plans By State
• How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor
• How to Settle an Estate
• 6 Things To Know About Series I Savings Bonds

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Clark.com resources

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