Clark’s strict auto loan rule, 5 ways to raise your credit score fast

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Do You Know Clark’s Maximum Auto Loan Length Rule?
The average new car payment is now nearly $750. Part of the problem? The term lengths on auto loans. Never take out an auto loan longer than this, Clark says.

5 Sneaky Ways To Improve Your Credit Score
It pays to have a high credit score, especially with interest rates rising so quickly in the last year. Here are our tips to increase your credit score fast in 2023.

Should I Avoid Southwest Airlines After Their Massive Holiday Cancellation Disaster?
Southwest Airlines canceled nearly 17,000 flights in a December fiasco caused by bad weather, outdated software and staff shortages. Should you avoid the airline? Clark’s answer may surprise you.

Best Credit Cards for Groceries in 2023
Grocery credit card rewards are tricky. You may not get any rewards if you’re not careful. Avoid a major rewards letdown and check out Team Clark’s favorite credit cards in this category.

Sling TV To Add Local ABC Channels in Select Markets
If you love local channels, Sling just made an interesting announcement. But there's a catch you really need to know.

Stat of the Day
26.7%: The year-over-year increase in auto loans delinquent by more than 60 days as of December 2022. The month also represented the highest rate of “severely delinquent” auto loans since early 2009. Banks seem to be trending toward tightening credit for auto loans.

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Clark dives into something that may be a major stressor in your life right now: the stock market. How bad are things and should you change your strategy? Also, Clark explores something that we often see in times of economic distress: new businesses growing out of the rubble of layoffs. Maybe it’s time for YOU to think about starting your own business.

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