Finding a fiduciary financial advisor who ONLY works for your best interests can be difficult. New regulations may add protections for consumers, but it’s on us to know how to get the best guidance.  Also, Americans have so much stuff that storage units have been overbuilt. If you have a unit, Clark has some money saving advice regarding your monthly fee.

Key Warning On Financial Advisors: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Storage Units: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4


Mentioned on the show:

Americans Deserve Straight Retirement Advice. They Work Too Hard for Their Money.

NYTimes: Who Can Be Trusted for Retirement Advice? New Rules Strengthen Protections.

WSJ: Advisers on Trillions in IRAs Must Now Put Your Interest First

What to Do When Your 401(k) Leaves Something to Be Desired

How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor - Clark.com

What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?

The Clark Howard Podcast

The Headache at the End of the Costco Gold Rush - The WSJ


Should You Buy Gold at Costco?  /  Clark Howard's Advice on Buying Gold


NYTimes: Americans Went All-In on Self-Storage. That Demand Is Suddenly Cooling.

Storage Unit Prices Keep Going Up. Is There a Better Way To Store My Possessions?

The #1 Bill You Should Get by Mail

Wirecutter: Stop Stressing About Turning Off the Lights When Leaving the Room!


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