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Fetch Rewards: 5 Things You Need to Know to Get Free Gift Cards
Do you want to earn extra rewards just for doing your everyday shopping? Fetch Rewards is an app that lets you do exactly that: The shopping app lets you leverage your normal shopping to get free gift cards from major retailers. I’ve been using Fetch for over a year, and it’s one of the easiest shop-and-earn apps I’ve tried. In this article, I’ll tell you exactly how to use Fetch to earn points and redeem them for gift cards.
Fetch Rewards: 5 Things You Need to Know to Get Free Gift Cards
Do you want to earn rewards just for doing your everyday shopping? Fetch Rewards lets you do exactly that: This shopping app lets you leverage your normal purchases to get free gift cards from major retailers. I’ve been using Fetch for over a year, and it’s one of the easiest shop-and-earn apps I’ve tried. In this article, I’ll tell you exactly how to use Fetch to earn points and redeem them for gift cards.
Walmart Grocery Delivery: 4 Things to Know Before Your First Order
Grocery delivery is becoming increasingly popular. Walmart now has its own grocery delivery service to compete with the others out there. When you shop at Walmart, you often think of the low prices, but delivery fees can get expensive no matter where you shop. I recently placed an order with Walmart grocery delivery to share my experience with you — and to give you some tips for grocery shopping online.
Walmart Grocery Delivery: 4 Things to Know Before Your First Order
Grocery delivery is becoming increasingly popular. Walmart now has its own grocery delivery service to compete with the others out there. When you shop at Walmart, you often think of the low prices, but delivery fees can get expensive no matter where you shop. I recently placed an order with Walmart grocery delivery to share my experience with you — and to give you some tips for grocery shopping online.
What Is Mercari and How Does It Work?
There are so many places to make extra cash by selling your stuff online that it’s hard to choose which one to use. Perhaps you’ve seen ads for Mercari lately. I have, so I checked out the platform. In this article, I’ll show you how to use Mercari, and I’ll share my review of the service. 4 Things You Need to Know About Mercari To start making money on Mercari, there are a few things you need to know: What Is Mercari? How Do You Sell on Mercari? Is Mercari Safe and Legitimate?
Amazon Fresh Review: 6 Things to Know Before Ordering Groceries
If you have Amazon Prime, you’re paying for perks like faster delivery, their Prime Video streaming service and more. With a Prime membership, you can also get your groceries delivered to your door — for free — with Amazon Fresh. I recently ordered groceries from Amazon Fresh to share my experience and give you some tips about grocery delivery. In this article, we’ll discuss what you need to know when you order from Amazon Fresh.
How to Use Google Chromecast: A 5-Minute Setup Guide
By now, most people know that you can save a ton of money by cutting the cable cord. But if you want to stream to your TV, you probably need a device to do so. One affordable choice is the Google Chromecast. With it, you can stream almost anything from your phone to your TV. In this article, I’ll show you the steps to take to set up your Chromecast and start streaming.
Easy Disney World Planning: The Tips You Need to Organize Your Trip Into the Parks
Planning your Disney World vacation is a big task, but working out an itinerary ahead of time can make your trip much simpler. I’ve used a couple of tools that have made Disney planning easy to manage both in advance of my trips and while I was on vacation. In this article, I’ll cover what you need to consider before planning your time in the parks, two great scheduling tools and my #1 Disney planning tip.
How to Set Up and Use an Amazon Fire TV Stick
It’s no secret that cutting the cord can save you money, but if you’re replacing cable with streaming services you may need a device to hook up to your TV. One affordable option is the Amazon Fire TV Stick. With it, you can access hundreds of streaming service channels to watch pretty much anything you want.
The Right Way to Visit Disney World With Kids of All Ages
Are you going to Disney with kids? Getting everyone ready to go on a big trip can be tough, but these tips will help ensure that the whole family has fun on vacation. I went on Disney trips at ages 5, 9, 12, 15, 18 and 20 with my family. My mom planned all of our trips, and as my brother and I got older, my mom steadily increased the amount of input we gave about our vacation plans.
Where to Find Discount Disney Tickets
If you’re headed to Disney, you need to hold on to all the money you can. Discount Disney tickets are a great way to save on an essential part of your vacation. There’s a handy tool you can use to find your discount Disney tickets, but first you need to figure out what type of ticket you need. Types of Disney Park Tickets Disney World offers three standard ticket options. While each one has its merits, you may not need to pay top dollar to get what you want out of your Disney experience.
KeyMe Review: The DIY Way to Copy Your Keys
Are you afraid of getting locked out of your house or car and having to hire an expensive locksmith? There’s a company that wants to give you a cheaper option in case of an emergency. KeyMe wants to make key duplication near you easily accessible — even if you don’t have your key with you! I tested the KeyMe app and key copying service to see if it’s worth your time and money. In this article, I’ll cover how KeyMe works and review my experience using this service. What Is KeyMe?
Top 10 Ways to Get Disney Magic Without Paying for a Park Ticket
Do you want some Disney magic during your vacation but don’t want to spend money on park tickets every day? You can do that, you just have to know where to look! Whether you want some variety on a Disney vacation or you’re looking to add a little magic to a visit to Orlando, there are tons of activity options outside of the Disney World parks. I’ve been to Disney World several times and have done everything from eating with Mickey to playing Fantasia mini golf.
How to Choose the Best Disney World Resort Hotel
Are you planning a trip to Walt Disney World and don’t know where to stay? Team Clark is here to help you decide whether a Disney World Resort hotel is right for you and, if so, how to choose one! Many Mickey fans swear by Disney World hotels as the best way to experience the happiest place on Earth. As someone who’s been to Disney World several times, I can tell you that staying on-property and off-property do provide different experiences.
How to Save Money When You Pack for Disney
If you’re planning a trip to Disney, it’s important to pack everything you need to make it a magical vacation. What to Pack for Disney Packing for Disney is similar to packing for most vacations, but there are a few key tricks that can help you save money on your Disney vacation. My family has been going to Disney World my entire life, and these are the money-savings items you should never forget to pack.
24 Things You Should Pack in Your Disney Park Bag
Saving money at Disney can seem impossible, but packing a Disney park bag can make your day easier — and cheaper — so you can just enjoy the magic. Should You Bring a Bag Into Disney Parks? Not everyone likes to bring a bag into the parks because you have to go through the bag search line at security. This process does take a little longer than just walking in, but trust me, you’ll be glad you brought a bag after a few hours in the parks.
International travel tips: What you need to know before going overseas
If you want to get money and travel expert Clark Howard’s best travel tips, watch the video above! Are you thinking about traveling abroad or do you already have an overseas vacation booked? These international travel tips can help your trip go as smoothly as possible. Top international travel tips Remember the 24-hour rule Many airlines will let you amend or cancel your flight without penalty if you do so within a day of booking.
4 Things To Know Before You Buy a Digital TV Antenna
Do you want to watch TV for free? You can get local channels without paying a monthly fee when you buy a TV antenna. Here are four things to consider if you’re thinking about buying an antenna. TV antennas let you pick up extra channels in your area. They’re especially great if you want to (or already have) cut the cord. These live, over-the-air channels may include ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, PBS affiliates and independent stations.
GetUpside Review: 6 Things to Know Before You Sign Up
Are you always looking for cheap gas in your neighborhood — but end up going to the same place every time? You can find gas stations and other participating businesses near you that offer cash back with GetUpside. Everything You Need to Know About the GetUpside Cash Back App GetUpside partners with businesses to give you cash back on everyday purchases. Most of the partner businesses are gas stations, but in some areas there are restaurant and grocery offers as well.
How Yelp Cash Back works and is it worth it?
Do you love to dine out, but hate the hole it leaves in your pocket? Luckily, there’s a way you can return some of the money you spend to your wallet. All you need to do to get some of your moolah back is sign up for the Yelp Cash Back program. Team Clark tested it to show you how the process works. What is Yelp Cash Back? This program gives you a percentage back on the money you spend at participating merchants.
How to Use Google Shopping to Get a Great Deal
Do you know whether the item you want to buy is a good deal? You can find out by comparison shopping with Google Shopping, formerly called Froogle. Our ClarkDeals.com team uses Google Shopping with other comparison pricing methods to find and post the best bargains from around the web. How Google Shopping Works To use Google Shopping, all you need is a general category you want to research or the name of an item you want to buy. It’s much easier to price compare when you have a precise item in mind.
7 Things to Know About Metro by T-Mobile
Are you thinking about switching to a low-cost cell phone carrier and don’t know which one to choose? Metro by T-Mobile, formerly MetroPCS, offers plans and add-ons that give you flexibility and a predictable bill every month. Everything You Need to Know About Metro by T-Mobile Nicole Carroll, Team Clark’s Social Media Manager, has been a MetroPCS and Metro by T-Mobile customer for more than 18 years! In this article, we’ll review the key features of this service.
How to Sell on OfferUp to Make Extra Money
Are you trying to get rid of clutter and make more money? Try selling your stuff on OfferUp, an app that lets you post almost any item to make extra cash. There are plenty of other platforms where you can sell things, but in this article, I’ll detail the steps for completing a safe and successful transaction on OfferUp. Here’s what you need to know: How OfferUp Works How to Make Your Listing Stand Out Is OfferUp Safe? How Does OfferUp Make Money?
Clark's DIY Project: Patio flooring
What do you do when you’re trying to sell a house and you need to make some small fixes before it goes on the market? Well, if you’re Clark Howard, you go to Costco — naturally! How Clark fixed up his old patio Clark purchased his first house about 40 years ago and has kept it as a rental property for years. When he recently decided to sell the property, the shabby patio was an area of concern. He didn’t want it to be a distraction to potential buyers.
Clark's DIY Project: Patio flooring
What do you do when you’re trying to sell a house and you need to make some small fixes before it goes on the market? Well, if you’re Clark Howard, you go to Costco — naturally! How Clark fixed up his old patio Clark purchased his first house about 40 years ago and has kept it as a rental property for years. When he recently decided to sell the property, the shabby patio was an area of concern. He didn’t want it to be a distraction to potential buyers.
Clark's DIY Project: Patio flooring
What do you do when you’re trying to sell a house and you need to make some small fixes before it goes on the market? Well, if you’re Clark Howard, you go to Costco — naturally! How Clark fixed up his old patio Clark purchased his first house about 40 years ago and has kept it as a rental property for years. When he recently decided to sell the property, the shabby patio was an area of concern. He didn’t want it to be a distraction to potential buyers.
Clark's DIY Project: Patio flooring
What do you do when you’re trying to sell a house and you need to make some small fixes before it goes on the market? Well, if you’re Clark Howard, you go to Costco — naturally! How Clark fixed up his old patio Clark purchased his first house about 40 years ago and has kept it as a rental property for years. When he recently decided to sell the property, the shabby patio was an area of concern. He didn’t want it to be a distraction to potential buyers.
5 Ways to Spot Fake Work-From-Home Jobs
Work-from-home jobs can provide the flexibility that you need, but can you spot the scams out there? Team Clark wants you to have the tools to avoid these ripoffs! Career Development Manager Brie Reynolds from FlexJobs provided us with five ways to avoid these fake jobs. Let’s get to the list… 1. Never Pay for an Interview The company may want you to pay them to train you, purchase software or invest in some way in order to get the job.
5 ways to spot fake work-from-home jobs
Work-from-home jobs can provide the flexibility that you need, but can you spot the scams out there? Team Clark wants you to have the tools to avoid these ripoffs! Brie Reynolds from FlexJobs provided us with five ways to avoid these fake jobs. Let’s get to the list… Watch the video 1. Never pay for an interview The company may want you to pay them to train you, purchase software or invest in some way in order to get the job. Legitimate companies won’t make you spend money in order to work for them.
5 ways to spot fake work-from-home jobs
Work-from-home jobs can provide the flexibility that you need, but can you spot the scams out there? Team Clark wants you to have the tools to avoid these ripoffs! Brie Reynolds from FlexJobs provided us with five ways to avoid these fake jobs. Let’s get to the list… Watch the video 1. Never pay for an interview The company may want you to pay them to train you, purchase software or invest in some way in order to get the job. Legitimate companies won’t make you spend money in order to work for them.
5 ways to spot fake work-from-home jobs
Work-from-home jobs can provide the flexibility that you need, but can you spot the scams out there? Team Clark wants you to have the tools to avoid these ripoffs! Brie Reynolds from FlexJobs provided us with five ways to avoid these fake jobs. Let’s get to the list… Watch the video 1. Never pay for an interview The company may want you to pay them to train you, purchase software or invest in some way in order to get the job. Legitimate companies won’t make you spend money in order to work for them.
ThredUP Review: How does the app work and should you use it?
Selling your clothes through a consignment store is a good way to make extra cash, but what if you could sell your stuff without leaving your house? That’s where thredUP comes in. The thredUP app puts a thrift store in your pocket by letting you sell women’s and children’s clothing and accessories to declutter your space while making money — all without much effort on your part. How does thredUP work?
Pixel 3a XL Review: The best smartphone Clark has ever used
Popular smartphones from Apple and Samsung can cost you an arm and a leg, but Google’s latest Pixel phones have many of the same high-end features for half the price! Money expert Clark Howard bought a Pixel 3a XL and has been testing it for about a month. Clark says it’s the best phone he’s ever used, but there’s a downside he’s not thrilled about.
How to use the Letgo app to sell your stuff
Selling your stuff to make extra money can be a pain, but the Letgo app makes it simple. Letgo is a marketplace where you can buy and sell items in your area just by posting a picture and a price. How does Letgo work?
Should you buy a car through a credit union?
Buying a car can be a confusing process to navigate, especially when you’ve never done it before. However, there may be a service you don’t know about that could help you! I recently purchased a car for the first time and ended up buying through a credit union partner service. Many credit unions have extra perks or rewards programs that you can join, like Love My Credit Union Rewards. The caveat is that you usually must be a member of the credit union if you’d like to utilize a perk like this.
How to Use Less Mobile Data on Your iPhone or Android
If you don’t have an unlimited data plan on your phone, going over the limit can give you serious sticker shock when the bill arrives. Luckily, you can avoid accidental overuse by just turning off the data on an iPhone or Android smartphone. How to Turn Off Mobile Data on iPhone and Android As you can see in the video above, the steps are simple, but some phones make it even easier with a quick button you can use to turn data on and off.
How cut down on mobile data use on your iPhone or Android
If you don’t have an unlimited data plan, going over the limit on your mobile data can give you serious sticker shock when the bill comes. Luckily, you can avoid accidental overuse by just turning off data on an iPhone or Android smartphone. Here’s how: As you can see, the steps are very simple, but some phones also have a quick button you can access to turn data on and off. On iPhone, this button is on the pull-up menu.
Online banking gives you great interest rates on checking and savings!
Good interest rates let you earn without trying Many online banks offer great interest rates, but you have to know what services to use. Watch the video above to see one of Clark’s recommendations. Online banking is a great alternative to traditional banks for a bunch of reasons, but mostly because you’re often able to earn a whole lot more interest on your money. You can check out more of our articles to learn how you can #ClarkYourBank and save more money! More resources:
Clark Howard’s Memorial Day, Military Appreciation Month message
This Military Appreciation Month, Captain Howard of the Georgia State Defense Force wants to thank everyone who serves or has served in our armed forces. The United States military is made up of courageous volunteers who protect our freedom.
DIY furniture savings: How to reupholster seat cushions
An outdated or worn out chair cushion is no reason to go shopping for new furniture. Instead of giving up on a perfectly good piece or hiring an professional upholsterer, follow these easy steps to give your cushions new life. Before gathering your supplies, make sure you can easily remove the seat. You should be able to see the screws underneath the chair frame along the edges of the cushion.
DIY savings: Make your old furniture look like new in a few easy steps!
We all have that one piece of furniture in our house that’s perfectly sturdy, but just doesn’t look right. While you might think, “I’ll just put this on the curb” or “This is getting donated,” you should consider rehabilitating the piece yourself! After all, why replace something when a fresh coat of paint will do the job? This can save you a bunch of money, especially on bigger-ticket items.
How to make easy money on your work commute with Wrapify
Our radio producer Joel has turned his commute into cash with the Wrapify app! Wrapify is a company that pays you to wrap your car in advertising for their clients. The Wrapify app matches you to ad campaigns based on your driving patterns. Joel explained the steps: It may be slightly inconvenient to leave your car all day to get wrapped, but Wrapify will reimburse you for a Lyft or Uber to from and back to their facility.
16 places dads eat free or cheap this Father’s Day! | Atlanta: News, Weather and Traffic
As recently as a year ago, the public school system in the nation's capital was being hailed as a shining example of successful urban education reform and a template for districts across the country. Now the situation in the District of Columbia could not be more different. After a series of rapid-fire scandals, including one about rigged graduation rates, Washington's school system has gone from a point of pride to perhaps the largest public embarrassment of Mayor Muriel Bowser's tenure.
The best bug sprays for your skin - and your wallet
Memorial Day weekend it the unofficial start of summer and many of us will be trying to enjoy it in the great outdoors — so an effective bug spray is a must! Consumer Reports has tested a variety of bug sprays to determine the most effective. While the test mainly measured how long the spray protected against mosquitoes, it also factored in whether damage was done to other materials the spray might come into contact with.
Make money origami to personalize cash gifts
When weddings and graduations roll around there’s always a question of what to get your loved ones. Money expert Clark Howard says the answer is simple: Cash! Money is the most useful and versatile gift that you can give and no one has to deal with receipts or returns. If you feel like giving money is too impersonal or crass, we have a way to jazz it up! Making money origami puts a little DIY spin on a simple, useful gift that your loved one will definitely appreciate.
Make money origami to personalize cash gifts
When weddings and graduations roll around there’s always a question of what to get your loved ones. Money expert Clark Howard says the answer is simple: Cash! Money is the most useful and versatile gift that you can give and no one has to deal with receipts or returns. If you feel like giving money is too impersonal or crass, we have a way to jazz it up! Making money origami puts a little DIY spin on a simple, useful gift that your loved one will definitely appreciate.
DIY laundry detergent: Save money every time you do chores!
You have to wash your clothes, but you can spend less on this chore by making your own liquid laundry detergent. This DIY recipe is a winner in the battle against overpriced and under-performing soaps. You’ll only need 3 ingredients: washing soda, borax powder, and blue Dawn (yes, the name-brand stuff). You’ll also need a gallon container to hold your money-saving mixture.
DIY laundry detergent: Save money every time you do chores!
You have to wash your clothes, but you can spend less on this chore by making your own liquid laundry detergent. This DIY recipe is a winner in the battle against overpriced and under-performing soaps. You’ll only need 3 ingredients: washing soda, borax powder, and blue Dawn (yes, the name-brand stuff). You’ll also need a gallon container to hold your money-saving mixture.
Can Clark tell the difference between name and store brand ice cream?
Clark Howard may be a money expert, but he has a weakness for premium ice cream. Should he really be paying a premium price for it, though? This blind taste test — pitting Häagen-Dazs and Ben & Jerry’s against the Aldi store offering — reveals whether he’ll continue to splurge on name brands or save on his sweet treats from now on! RELATED: 9 things to know before your first trip to Aldi
Can Clark tell the difference between his favorite diet soda and a discount store knockoff???
Clark loves his diet soda — it’s one of the few things he splurges on! His go-to is Coke Zero Sugar, but is it really worth the money? Watch to find out if he really knows the difference between his favorite full-priced soda and Aldi’s version in this blind taste test!
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