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The follow-up to Clark Howard''s #1 New York Times bestseller, Living Large in Lean Times, offers no-nonsense financial tips for achieving lifelong prosperity Americans from all walks of life are still feeling the roller-coaster effects of the Great Recession. For many, home values are still too low and unemployment is still too high. Others have prospered despite the ups and downs. In Clark Howard’s Living Large for the Long Haul, the renowned broadcaster examines our new paradigm through the eyes of those whose financial portfolios have beaten the odds, and those whose economic situation has gone off course. Through these fascinating personal accounts, readers uncover amazing opportunities and smart decisions, finding advantages in bleak times for lasting payoffs in the long run.

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.

One of America''s leading consumer advocates and popular talk show hosts offers his tips and tricks to successfully buying and selling real estate -- in any market Real estate -- whether in a boom or a bust economy -- is still a good investment, but only if you make smart and patient choices. There is a lot of confusing information out there, and many people find it increasingly difficult to navigate the ever-changing world of real estate without losing their shirts, or their minds. In Clark Smart Real Estate, talk show host and bestselling author Clark Howard presents the best of his experience as a consumer advocate. In his simple and clear style, he shows readers how they can build wealth slowly over time through real estate, and how they can capitalize on -- and protect themselves from -- the real estate market''s many fluctuations over the long term. Following his own "save more, spend less, and avoid ripoffs," philosophy, Howard encourages people to get "Clark Smart" and lays out practical and information-packed answers to common questions anyone interested in real estate might have about buying, selling, or financing. When should you buy your first home? Is it better to purchase a preexisting house or one newly built? What are some hidden closing costs, and how can you avoid them? Should you sell your home yourself? How does one shop for a mortgage? What are the costs of refinancing? Sound advice in a handy format -- this is what Clark Howard''s readers have been waiting for, and it''s just in time to help the multitudes flummoxed by today''s conflicting real estate market.

From the bestselling author of Get Clark Smart comes this valuable new resource enabling parents to pass ''Clark Smart'' skills for saving and spending wisely on to kids of every age lark Howard-bestselling author, money-saving expert, and host of the popular syndicated radio program The Clark Howard Show-is back with more of his winning financial wisdom, this time aimed at helping parents teach kids real-world financial skills for today and every day. Parents of children of all ages-from elementary school through high school, college, and beyond-will benefit from Clark''s sound, uncomplicated advice across a comprehensive range of topics. In Clark Smart Parents, Clark Smart Kids, he addresses everything from allowances-when and how much to give-to teaching teens about credit cards and navigating the purchase of a first car-how to get it, pay for it, and insure it-to saving for college, paying off loans, staying out of debt, and much more!

Clark Howard, the bestselling author of Get Clark Smart and host of the nationally syndicated radio program The Clark Howard Show, wants to show you how to get the best bang for your buck--whether you are at the supermarket, buying new clothes, renovating your home, or going to the movies. Learn how to pay $12.95 for a CD that costs $19.95. Find out why a $90 VCR just may work better than a $300 VCR.

Now in its 23rd year, this acclaimed annual report is recognized as the authoritative reference on executive compensation. Created from the largest national database of small to medium-sized companies, the Report provides data on salaries, bonuses, pay increases, ownership levels, and incentives. It covers eight industry groups:Basic materialsHeavy equipment and transportationElectrical and electronicsNondurable goodsFabricated metal and wood productsTechnological serviceBusiness servicesHigh tech industryYou''ll see prevailing compensation practices for the top five executive positions:CEO/PresidentChief Operating OfficerChief Financial/Accounting ExecutiveChief Marketing/Sales Executive and Manufacturing/Production ExecutivePlus, the Report compares salaries of CEOs at private companies to those of public companies. with this report, you can compare your company to other companies in the same sales range in your industry both by key position and by geographical region.Evaluate your Pay and Benefits, Fill out the Officer Compensation Report Survey Online and Save $150 on the 2003 Officer Compensation Report

Clark Howard answers all these questions and many more in Get Clark Smart. With practical tips and on-line resources, Howard helps readers to get rich by saving money in unexpected places and investing those savings creatively. Howard has a passion for saving money and a zealots enthusiasm for sharing everything hes learned. His strategies for getting rich by saving wisely will turn readers into financial wizards.

This guide to saving money on the Internet from nationally recognized consumer guru Clark Howard will be a must for all "savvy consumers". Including Clark''s 300 favorite Web sites -- many of which he discusses regularly on his radio talk show -- it will save readers untold hours of research time and give them a much-needed resource for legitimate, useful sites.Designed in a user-friendly paperback format, this book offers Clark''s trusted opinion on what makes each URL worth checking out and how best to take advantage of each site to save yourself money. Covering a wide range of topics of interest to today''s consumer, from car shopping to home mortgages to booking travel plans, Clark Howard''s Guide to Saving Money Online will be an essential handbook for anyone who shops on the Web.

Now in its 21st year, this acclaimed annual report is recognized as the authoritative reference on executive compensation. Created from the largest national database of small- to medium-sized companies, the Report provides data on salaries, bonuses, pay increases, ownership levels, and incentives. It covers eight industry groups: Basic materials Heavy equipment and transportation Electrical and electronics Nondurable goods Fabricated metal and wood products Technological service business services High tech industry You''ll see prevailing compensation practices for the top five executive positions: CEO/President Chief Operating Officer Chief Financial/Accounting Executive Chief Marketing/Sales Executive and Manufacturing/Production Executive Plus, the REPORT compares salaries of CEO''s at private companies to those of public companies. with this report, you can compare your company to other companies in the same sales range in your industry both by key position and by geographical region. Evaluate your Pay and Benefits, Fill out the Officer Compensation Report Survey Online and Save $150 on the 2003 Officer Compensation Report

Now in its 20th year, this acclaimed annual report is recognized as the authoritative reference on executive compensation. Created from the largest national database of small- to medium-sized companies, the Report provides data on salaries, bonuses, pay increases, ownership levels, and incentives. It covers eight industry groups: Basic materials Heavy equipment and transportation Electrical and electronics Nondurable goods Fabricated metal and wood products Technological service business services High tech industry You''ll see prevailing compensation practices for the top five executive positions: CEO/President Chief Operating Officer Chief Financial/Accounting Executive Chief Marketing/Sales Executive and Manufacturing/Production Executive Plus, the REPORT compares salaries of CEO''s at private companies to those of public companies. with this report, you can compare your company to other companies in the same sales range in your industry both by key position and by geographical region. Evaluate your Pay and Benefits, Fill out the Officer Compensation Report Survey Online and Save $150 on the 2003 Officer Compensation Report

Consumer advocate Clark Howard is back with this thoroughly revised and updated edition of his wildly popular Clark Howard''s Consumer Survival Kit. Using up-to-date cases, Howard helps readers nationwide handle an array of consumer issues: buying a home or car, making the right 401(k) decision, or avoiding rip-offs on health clubs, time shares, and service agreements.

Now in its 19th year, this acclaimed annual report is recognized as the authoritative reference on executive compensation. Created from the largest national database of small- to medium-sized companies, the Report provides data on salaries, bonuses, pay increases, ownership levels, and incentives. It covers eight industry groups: Basic materials Heavy equipment and transportation Electrical and electronics Nondurable goods Fabricated metal and wood products Technological service business services High tech industry You''ll see prevailing compensation practices for the top five executive positions: CEO/President Chief Operating Officer Chief Financial/Accounting Executive Chief Marketing/Sales Executive and Manufacturing/Production Executive Plus, the REPORT compares salaries of CEO''s at private companies to those of public companies. with this report, you can compare your company to other companies in the same sales range in your industry both by key position and by geographical region. Evaluate your Pay and Benefits, Fill out the Officer Compensation Report Survey Online and Save $150 on the 2003 Officer Compensation Report