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Money expert Clark Howard and his family are no different than you and me when it comes to this struggle to find the best value for our hard-earned money. That's why he's always got the latest information on the best deals and advice on how to save money this holiday season. “Fees all in, you want to be less than half a percent of what you're putting into your plan,” adds Howard. If the fees are higher, Clark says it might be time to look for a different plan.
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Jacksonvile FL — With just a few weeks left until the holidays, Consumer Warrior Clark Howard is back with more advice if you are looking to save this season. If you’re looking to buy gifts online, Clark suggests that you look for free shipping and use cash back sites to get the best savings. He also recommends that you keep an eye out for discounted gift cards.
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3 Streaming TV Predictions from Clark Howard · 1. Consumers May Soon Say “Enough is Enough” To Live TV Streaming · 2. Consolidation of the Market · 3. More Options For Cord Cutters. Clark believes that the market is reaching a saturation point and that consumers will soon be looking for more affordable options for streaming services. He suggests that consumers look for streaming services that bundle streaming TV with other services like music and gaming.
Clark Howard's Holiday Shopping Tips
Get the latest tips from Clark Howard this holiday season on navigating the market, streaming TV and more.
Our Consumer Warrior Clark Howard says the price of natural gas is going down following the recent spike due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He suggests that consumers take advantage of the lower prices while they last. He also recommends that you look into energy-efficient models of appliances and other energy-saving measures to take advantage of the lower prices.
Consumer Warrior Clark Howard says it's okay to wait. “You don't want to lose time in ownership, except right now, not the worst idea,” he says. “Wait to buy until the prices come down.” If you’re looking for a big ticket item such as a car or a refrigerator, Clark suggests that you wait for a sale or promotional period to get the best savings.
As you get your Christmas shopping done this year, Consumer Warrior Clark Howard says to make sure you understand a store's return policy before you buy. He suggests that you read the fine print of the policy to make sure that you are covered in the event of any issues with the item you purchased.
Consumer Warrior Clark Howard says to take the time to put that item in your cart to see if getting that item is worthwhile. He says that many stores offer special discounts if you add certain items to your cart. These discounts can be anything from a percentage off the item or a special price if you buy more than one.
If you’re looking for a new set of tires this holiday season, Clark recommends that you look for discounts. “Tire manufacturers will have promotional cycles where they will offer $160 to $200 off a set of four tires by buying that brand,” Clark says. “Look for these discounts and take advantage of them if you can.”