Clark Howard is a media powerhouse and penny-pincher extraordinaire who knows a thing or two about money. A lifelong entrepreneur who is now the hugely popular host of a talk radio program and television show and the bestselling author of several books, Clark consistently delivers expert financial advice to his wide and devoted fan base.
Living Large in Lean Times is Clark's ultimate guide to saving money, covering everything from cell phones to student loans, coupon websites to mortgages, investing to electric bills, and beyond. In his candid and friendly next-door-neighbor manner, Clark shares the small, manageable steps everyone can follow to build a path towards independence and wealth. Chock-full of more than 250 invaluable tips, the book outlines how to:
—Locate missing and unclaimed money in your name
—Lower your student loan payment
—Find legitimate work-at-home opportunities
—Get unlimited texting and e-mailing for less than $10 per month
—Know what personal info not to post to social media sites
—Determine the best mortgage rate, and much, much more
As Clark demonstrates, there are myriad ways to reduce debt, buy smarter, and build a future. Follow his lead and he'll get you there.
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"Plenty of down-to-earth advice, but with the added value of dozens of links to useful webe sites. The author comes across as knowledgeable, honest and sincerely concerned about the financial well-being of his audience. "
— Jennifer (4 out of 5 stars)
Howard is all for the little guy.
— Booklist“Howard teaches you how to get the best deals.”
— USA Today“Howard is all for the little guy.”
— Booklist" Full of good advice. I am planning on implementing some of his tips. Have checked out some of the websites he recommends and am looking forward to further investigation. It was worth it for me to buy this book. "
— Sarah, 10/8/2011" Looking for ways to cut costs? Save more? Not get scammed? This book is chock full of tips to help you do all those things. Already a pretty good saver and investor? You'll still find at least a few new tips. "
— Melissa, 9/7/2011" I just hope I can follow enough of the steps to be truly Clark Smart "
— doug, 9/3/2011" easy read, VERY informative.....good reference book "
— Rachel, 9/2/2011Clark Howard is a successful entrepreneur, radio and television host, and the author of books including Get Clark Smart and Clark’s Big Book of Bargains. He hosts of The Clark Howard Show, a radio talk show syndicated in more than ninety cities around the country. He is also a featured commentator on WSB-TV in Atlanta and a columnist with the Atlanta Journal Constitution.
Mark Meltzer is an executive editor at Atlanta Business Chronicle and has coauthored several books with Clark Howard, including Get Clark Smart and Clark’s Big Book of Bargains. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
Theo Thimou is director of content for ClarkHoward.com and has cowritten two books with Clark Howard, including the #1 New York Times bestseller Clark Howard’s Living Large in Lean Times. He holds a master’s degree in journalism from New York University.
Pete Larkin has narrated dozens of audiobook titles, won five Earphones Awards, and been a finalist in 2012 for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. He has been praised for his expert ability to speak in multiple accents. He is also an on-camera host and accomplished voice-over artist for hundreds of commercials and promos for a variety of companies, corporations, and governmental agencies. He was the public address announcer for the New York Mets and has worked as a radio jockey in New York, Baltimore, and Washington, DC.