The CARES Act allows employers to make a decision on whether or not you can change the healthcare plan you are currently enrolled in. There are more scams floating around right now. Clark tells you what scams are popular right now and how to avoid getting taken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Store brands and generics are doing incredibly well right now. But they have always been a good money saving idea. A lot of people are having a tough time right now. But almost 9 out of 10 people have been able to pay rent on time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amazon has solid tablets at really great prices. And they have just released a new version. PayPal's older credit card offering just wasn't that great. But the new one is definitely worth considering! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clark discusses how you should go about job hunting in today's environment. People are starting to drive again in larger numbers. Gas prices are lower than they were before the lockdown began so that's a silver lining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Delivery services cost small businesses money. So many are opting to ditch the delivery services and Clark discusses how you can continue to support them. Using app like Venmo and Cash app are great for paying people that you know. But scammers are using these apps to swindle people out of their money. Clark tells you what to watch out for. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clark goes over a survey that shows what the average monthly expenses are for Americans. Some of the big food products, especially snack foods, are coming back in vogue these days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When you are traveling this Summer, if you are staying in a hotel, it's important to stay safe. Clark tells you how to do that. An awkward and opaque letter will be coming to investors in the coming weeks. Clark bring some clarity to what this fiduciary disclosure means. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Cobra benefits are going to be offered to you if you lose your job in many cases. But those benefits can be EXPENSIVE. Clark discusses what the decision to get Cobra should entail. Should you go back to school in the Fall? That's a very real question. You might not be getting what you are paying for if Zoom calls are the likely classroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walmart just launched Walmart Express which promises 2-hour delivery. Many people assumed that home prices would fall as a result of the pandemic and increased unemployment. But home prices have actually gone up. Clark explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some restaurants have come under fire for charging Covid-related surcharges. But the revenue is down and expenses are up for most local restaurants. Clark Stinks makes a return to the show this week! If you have a Clark Stinks to share go to Clark.com/ClarkStinks . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
At-home exams for life insurance are starting to become the norm instead of being the exception to the rule. Buy life insurance on the internet in order to avoid the hassle. A lot of hiring isn't going to take place on the giant career websites. Look to horizontal job platforms for sector-specific job opportunities during the recovery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The phone lines could be tied up at your bank or lender as MANY people are seeking relief. Clark tells you what to do. Second home communities will likely have a tough time for a while. Prices will likely go down for homes in these locations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Walmart has been one of the biggest quarantine winners as earnings have gone up substantially. Cyber insurance is becoming an even bigger necessity as more people are working from home. But it's also getting more expensive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New mortgage forbearance rules are great for people who are having a hard time paying their mortgage right now. The stock market is doing well today thanks to progress on a potential vaccine for Covid. This shows how much we all want good news right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Retail sales were even worse in April than economists expected. Clark Stinks is back! You can contribute to this segment by sharing the ways you think Clark Stinks at Clark.com/ClarkStinks . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Some really helpful guidance on the PPP loans just came out. In particular, the SBA is providing safe harbor for PPP loans under $2 million. Your credit should not be negatively affected if you can't pay your bill right now. If you've seen your credit score take a hit, stand up for your rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Clark talks about how consumer purchasing has changed...and groceries have quickly gotten more expensive. Misinformation about the virus is rampant - in particular on social media sites. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Airlines and airports are instituting safety requirements if you plan to travel in the near future. Student loan forbearance has been great for people with student loans. But some people are having their credit negatively affected. Not good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Unemployment has climbed and is worse than the headline number shows. Clark also discusses how manufacturing is opening back up. Some Americans are being turned away from buying life insurance. Overall, life insurance is harder to get than it was just last month. The ClarkRave today mentioned Rhonda Roland Shearer's GoFundMe to cut red tape for heroes. You can find that here . Clark also mentions how to return an economic income payment on this episode. Check out FAQ #41 on IRS.gov in order to f...
Planning ahead for how to handle the end of mortgage forbearance is smart. Clark tells you how to talk to your mortgage provider if you need more time too. Clark Stinks makes a return to the show this week! If you have a Clark Stinks to share go to Clark.com/ClarkStinks . Consumer spending has been different since the pandemic hit. In particular, home workout equipment and bicycles are incredibly popular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Millions of people are covered by a multi-state agreement that will allow individuals with private student loans to put a pause on payments for 90 days. Google and Apple are helping in a big way with their contact tracing app. Clark discusses what they've done and the potential privacy issues you could encounter. Many businesses are now requiring that customers wear masks in order to shop there. This has created a really strong backlash in some cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Costco and some grocery stores are limiting meat purchases as we're experiencing a meat shortage in the country. Humana is waiving copays for members right now. Travel reward credit cards are having a hard time getting customers to renew. So they are having to offer additional benefits to keep customers around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spending habits have changed during the coronavirus outbreak. But it appears that everyone has cut spending no matter what your state's approach has been to locking things down. Age discrimination could become an even bigger issue post-Covid. Americans are saving a much bigger chunk of their money right now. This is good! How can you keep your car in good running order if you aren't driving it!? Clark discusses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Employers fear liability from as they bring employees back into the office. Virtual volunteering might be a great use of your time right now. Warren Buffet has sold all shares in the major airlines. Their stocks are getting hit hard. Clark talks about the long-term projections for air travel. Micro businesses are helping keep people afloat in difficult financial times. Starting a super-small side hustle might make sense for you. Should you take cash out of your home or out of your retirement acc...
Clark talks about what his life looks like right now and how his family is handling being cooped up together. There have been some positive benefits! People are avoiding doctors or going to the hospital right now. That is not safe! Truck drivers have done a great job keeping the supply chain going but it hasn't been without a lot of hardships and obstacles. Taking money from your 403b is a particularly terrible idea. You could face massive surrender charges in addition to the taxes you'll have t...
Should you still go on Summer vacation? That's the question on a lot of people's minds. Clark talks about how you should think about your upcoming Summer travel. Costco is making all customers wear face masks if they want to shop in the store. This is making some customers upset. But we're going to have to get used to more and more safety rules being implemented by private businesses. Some people are trying to time the market right now and are getting burned - in particular by sectors they don't...
Florida is doing a terrible job getting unemployment payments to citizens who have applied. California is having a tough time funds to independent contractors, gig workers, and the self employed who are eligible. Consumer spending has fallen off a cliff. Clark talks about some of the numbers that are coming in and where the American economy stands right now. Walmart and Paypal are two of the best places to cash your physical stimulus check in order to avoid exorbitant fees. CVS & Walgreens a...
Beef and pork prices are likely to rise soon because of the shortage due to Covid. Also, paper goods are making a reappearance on store shelves...finally. Verizon, AT&T, and Comcast aren't terminating anyone who can't pay through the month of June. They won't charge late fees either. If you have to take on more debt right now in order to put food on the table, make sure you do it wisely. Clark gives recommendations for where to go to avoid predatory loans that will make your financial situat...
People are getting ripped off buying physical gold right now. Buy a precious metals ETF instead! The car market has changed rapidly. Clark tells you when the ideal car buying window is. Has Covid-19 killed the FIRE movement? Lots of headlines suggest that it has, but Clark disagrees. If you lose or leave your job, what should you do with that old 401k? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Some of the states are handling unemployment claims incredibly poorly. Clark talks about how Florida and Texas are having major issues disbursing those funds to people who have lost their jobs. Google is verifying ad buyers to prevent Covid scams. Credit card issuers are cutting limits on consumer credit cards. This could make getting through this pandemic even more difficult for many people. Banks are being stingy when it comes to forbearance terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...
