Show Notes
Friday - Clark Stinks day! Christa shares Clark Stinks posts with Clark. Submit yours at Clark.com/ClarkStinks. Also, to protect your young adult and give your family peace of mind, there are critical legal and financial forms every teenager should sign at age 18. Setting up these documents is simple, inexpensive, and essential for any family navigating the transition to adulthood. Taking a few minutes to put these protections in place today can save your family from unnecessary hardship when it matters most, as Clark explains.
All this and more on the August 14, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
Clark Stinks: Segments 1 & 2
Essential Signings: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
What's the Best Thermostat Setting for Summer To Save Money?
5 Major Bills You Can Lower This Month - Clark Howard
Fixed Wireless Internet: Using Your Cellular Service Provider for Home Internet
Are Extended Warranties Ever Worth It? - Clark Howard
3 Financial Documents Everyone Should Have by Age 18
What Do I Need To Do To Make Sure My Financial Affairs Are in Order Before I Die or Become Disabled?
Why You Should Never Use a Debit Card To Pay for Anything
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