Full Show: Car Price Update and Where One-Percenters Shop

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  • The car market has been insane over the last several months. Are prices finally dropping? Clark has the data. Also, where do rich people shop? Clark reveals the surprising secret.

    Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the August 14, 2023, episode of The Clark Howard Show.
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    00:35 - Car Price Update
    08:17 - Ask Clark - House Boat
    09:53 - Ask Clark - Returning a Bad Patio Set from Costco After 6 Years
    12:03 - Ask Clark - Hacks for Android Phone
    14:13 - Where One-Percenters Shop
    20:21 - Ask Clark - Is It Safe To Buy a Home Out of Foreclosure?
    22:05 - Ask Clark - College Financial Aid After Grandchild Being under Care of Grandparents
    25:51 - Ask Clark - Where Should I Take My 85-Year-Old Uncle Outside of the U.S.?
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 267

  • @autohelix
    @autohelix 9 місяців тому +44

    I love Aldi. Favorite grocery store. No coupons, no loyalty cards, no-nonsense.

  • @dpporlando
    @dpporlando 10 місяців тому +59

    We curb surfed a very expensive patio set from the rich neighborhood down the street and replaced the cushion fabric and sewed it by hand after a trip to JoAnns with a 50% off coupon of course for $200. The set new was on sale for $2,000. Still going strong 3 years later. The fabric was the highest quality UV resistant JoAnns offered.

    • @Petesworkshop2225
      @Petesworkshop2225 9 місяців тому +3

      All about the UV!
      Just make sure the dogs don't chew em up!

    • @dpporlando
      @dpporlando 9 місяців тому +3

      @@Petesworkshop2225 we got 2 Huskies they don't like vinegar

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +5

      What a steal! 💚

    • @kathleengraves4647
      @kathleengraves4647 9 місяців тому +2

      They have Sunbrella fabric at stores other than upholstery shops. Also, there are home sewers who may be able to recover your cushions cheaper than the stops and give you a beautiful result. Maybe check it out as an option?

    • @kathleengraves4647
      @kathleengraves4647 9 місяців тому +1

      Shops*

  • @rivasoucie
    @rivasoucie 3 місяці тому

    This is my favorite Clark video! We are a one-income immigrant family. Bought our first property at 27 and paid by age 30. Currently, five years into a 15 yr mortgage on second property. Also have a small cottage we paid for in cash. Three small kids, two with major disabilities. We have major $ put away for retirement and saving toward college funds. This mom is a minimalist who is allergic to shopping. No trust fund, no help from anyone. Just frugal savers with one car and no consumer debt!

  • @Norm475
    @Norm475 9 місяців тому +7

    I am 81 YO and I have a 2015 Honda Odyssey with 30,000 miles. Last year I thought I would piss away some money on a new car instead of giving it to the kids when I croak. After looking at the new cars and the prices and some of the new features, like that feature that turns the engine off when you stop, I decided to just keep my Odyssey until one of us dies first. The odds are it will be me.

    • @Nickelson28
      @Nickelson28 9 місяців тому

      We have always owned Honda's. If yours only has 30,000 miles on it that baby isn't even broke in. Definitely keep and service accordingly. It will not let you down.

    • @Norm475
      @Norm475 9 місяців тому

      @@Nickelson28 You are right. The only thing I don't like about the Odyssey is it has a timing belt and an interference engine so the recommended schedule for changing the belt I 105,000 miles or seven years. The charge for this is about $1,200 which includes changing the water pump, belt tightener, etc. With an interference engine if the belt breaks while driving, the pistons hit the valves and you are looking at about 5K in repairs. I already have 8 years on this belt so according to Honda I should have this work done now. I am going to wait another three or four years and then have it done, even though I probably will not have 50K miles on the Honda. By then I will be 84 or 85 and that will be the last time that I will have to do it if I am not dead before then.

    • @Nickelson28
      @Nickelson28 9 місяців тому

      Yes I remember our 1st Accord my timing belt went out on the Washington parkway. After that we always tried to stay ahead of that ole serpentine belt and any issues. Pray you can drive it for many more years with no issues!

  • @lot2196
    @lot2196 9 місяців тому +24

    I make $130k a year. Home paid off, kids all grown. Ill never buy a new vehicle at these prices.

  • @jackpalczynski7884
    @jackpalczynski7884 9 місяців тому +42

    My Honda dealer has 339 cars on the lot. When you stick to overpricing, you don't sell cars. Even with limited supply, people are going to make other choices. I was ready to buy a new car 2 years ago but when I saw prices, I looked at used cars. When I saw used prices, I spent the money on my existing car. Today, 50k miles later, I've decided that cars really can go forever with simple, continued maintenance.
    Be careful about saying electric costs nothing to run. Here in New England, where we're powered by natural gas generators and with strangled pipelines that can't be expanded, we're paying 45.5 cents a kWh, meaning that EVs all cost more per mile than a gas car. Do the math before saying what the EV marketing liers say about being cheaper than gas.

    • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
      @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому +1

      The only places folks pay 45 cents per kWh are with DC fast chargers in certain locations, which should only be used for road trips. National average for Tesla supercharging is 28 cents per kWh. National average for electric power at home is 16 cents per kWh. My father pays 9 cents in southern Alabama. Even places with high peak rates have much lower off-peak rates - for example in Colorado Springs (my city) peak rates can be around 24 cents vs 5 cents off peak. Charge EVs off peak or use solar. I looked up New England electric rates - which range from 10 cents to 29 cents per kWh depending on the location and utility company.

    • @bdcochran01
      @bdcochran01 9 місяців тому +2

      Absolutely correct. I drive a 19 year old Toyota Avalon. Clean. Runs like the first day. I have no control over parking lot rash. I simply shortened the mileage and time intervals between servicings, take notes on recommendations, buy parts ahead, and keep track of service and repairs.

    • @bradc6199
      @bradc6199 9 місяців тому

      ​@@JasonTaylor-po5xcso, the solar setup is free?

    • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
      @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@bradc6199 The point is to charge the EV during off peak hours or if you have solar, use that instead since that would be cheaper than peak rates. Can you get solar installed for "free" - sorta. There are many companies that will install solar on your house (if you own) and then they become the power company (PPA). It's generally cheaper but you never "own" the panels. If you plan to be in your home more than 8 years, it is better to finance/purchase a system instead of a PPA.

    • @user-hn2ei7bd5o
      @user-hn2ei7bd5o 9 місяців тому

      Haha to Honda

  • @vr5601
    @vr5601 10 місяців тому +15

    The dealer markup is ridiculous. When is that going to be gone? Unfortunately I’m interested in a Toyota.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +5

      It's slowly getting better. Widen your search to surrounding states to see if you can find a better deal. 💚

  • @garyclark979
    @garyclark979 10 місяців тому +11

    My son purchased a cherry 2015 Lexus LX350 with 60K miles for $19K in March 2020. Now they are being sold for $30-32 K. Used EVs are not a good deal according to Internet mechanic Scotty Kilmer. I have purchased all my vehicles remotely. I would fly In and pick them up after I identified them on Autotrader. I started this path years ago. It is a great idea to shop cars nationally. I also shop the discount stores discussed in this video. Clark rocks!

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +1

      This is the way to do it! 👏👏👏
      BTW - Just searched Scotty Kilmer's thoughts on used EVs, and he says it's a good idea in his video. He does not suggest used hybrid vehicles though. 🤷‍♂

    • @jolkraeremeark6949
      @jolkraeremeark6949 9 місяців тому +1

      Sell that Lexus ASAP!

    • @bdcochran01
      @bdcochran01 9 місяців тому +1

      My son drives a used car on business every day. He bought the last two cars nationally. The last one was maintained in Florida. He flew down from Delaware and drove it back.

  • @elizabethdumas4147
    @elizabethdumas4147 9 місяців тому +15

    Wealthy people shop the discount stores and like the deal because that is how they got their money to begin with. Frugality becomes ingrained and automatic when you've been practicing it all your life.

    • @tonyfontana8222
      @tonyfontana8222 9 місяців тому +3

      Yep, my wife and I both retired at 50 years old,still shop at the dollar store.

  • @chadvholtkamp1
    @chadvholtkamp1 10 місяців тому +6

    Aldi is a block down the street from Costco where I shop - bonus! 🎉

  • @rivasoucie
    @rivasoucie Місяць тому

    I’m very frugal but I have a tight household budget, so always room to learn. You have empowered me to shop at the Dollar Tree without shame!

  • @Erginartesia
    @Erginartesia 10 місяців тому +9

    Try ETSY for the patio furniture cushions replacements.

  • @renata13725
    @renata13725 10 місяців тому +3

    Great reporting

  • @Jimmy-ph8xn
    @Jimmy-ph8xn 9 місяців тому +19

    I love Aldi because it’s so much faster to shop there. Fewer isles, less variety of products, and ultra fast checkout due to large barcodes. The fact I save money too is just a bonus.

    • @ZiggZagg11
      @ZiggZagg11 9 місяців тому +5

      I agree... Say you need a couple of ingredients for a meal you are preparing... Why would you go in the mega store and crazy people and fuss with the crazy self checkout and stopped on your way out to the treck half way across the parking lot so big you may loose your car..? Yes, Aldi is like a grocery convince store

    • @kenyonbissett3512
      @kenyonbissett3512 9 місяців тому +4

      But a nice bonus, lol.

  • @E.E.F.
    @E.E.F. 9 місяців тому +10

    I drive my 20-year old car to Aldi, and no one knows my networth is almost 2 million.

    • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
      @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому +2

      The average millionaire buys a 2-3 year old used car and drives until the wheels fall off.

    • @bdcochran01
      @bdcochran01 9 місяців тому

      My car is only 19 years old. There is no Aldi in my area. So, I go to Dollar Tree and Smart and Final. House is a teardown with the estimated internet comp value of $1.9 million plus. Had an uncle die at 97. One day I asked him why he kept buying the same car in different colors. He had been a public accountant (a concept pre-dating CPA). He said he repainted his car every 5 years whether it needed it or not! He had it for over 40 years. I repainted two cars. Thinking I will not repaint the 19 year old car because I keep patching the upholstery and only drive about 300-400 miles a month.

  • @mposey-yy8il
    @mposey-yy8il 10 місяців тому +8

    Thank you ...wish there was more details on where to buy cars at a cheaper price with car type and which region.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +5

      Here's the average used car prices per state: clark.com/cars/average-used-car-prices/
      You can search for cheap used cars online at: Craigslist, AutoTrader, iSeeCars, the Klipnik message boards and CarGurus. Also check out no-haggle buying options like Carvana, CarMax, Costco and USAA.
      Hope this helps! 💚

  • @jimsalmon5158
    @jimsalmon5158 9 місяців тому +7

    Carmax prices are still ridiculous. $19,998 for a 5-year-old used Honda Civic LX (base trim) is not acceptable.

    • @schmoab
      @schmoab 9 місяців тому +1

      Their business model seems to be paying the most for trade-in to try to get people to buy from them.

  • @serena.d1112
    @serena.d1112 9 місяців тому

    I'm still stalling , car market is nuts! Also thanks for mentioning Aldi, love them.

  • @angiebuesing6711
    @angiebuesing6711 10 місяців тому +21

    People should of been on a buying strike for the last 10yrs on these high end cars

  • @larrybutler-cl4uw
    @larrybutler-cl4uw 9 місяців тому +21

    I told my wife we need to go to the Dollar store. I didn't say we need to go pick up this or that, so she asked what for and I just said, we need to go because Clark said to. She just rolled her eyes. Some people just don't get it.

    • @KidCity1985
      @KidCity1985 9 місяців тому +2

      Bread crumbs, canned goods, gift bags...

    • @kenyonbissett3512
      @kenyonbissett3512 9 місяців тому +2

      Some things are cheaper at Dollar Tree, some are not. Price awareness is important.

    • @TH-eb5ro
      @TH-eb5ro 9 місяців тому

      @@kenyonbissett3512 Agreed, same with Walmart, Aldi, Amazon.

  • @JoeCosentino
    @JoeCosentino 9 місяців тому +11

    As far as supply chain we were played, for months we heard all about the thousand ships off the calif shore, then one day, it’s all better now. That was media manipulation, then you mention car dealers had cars with expensive options only, most of those expensive options use the chips that were supposed to be on back order, again we were played. The last three years has been one distraction after another at our expense. Love your show try to listen to everyone. But being retired now I am more cynical then ever

  • @Walt1960
    @Walt1960 9 місяців тому +2

    I called Acura in Abington PA today and was offered $500. off a 23 leftover. Two words Acura.

  • @robbieross6646
    @robbieross6646 9 місяців тому +45

    Driving a “high end car” is hardly an indicator of personal wealth in America.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +3

      💯💯💯

    • @jolkraeremeark6949
      @jolkraeremeark6949 9 місяців тому +2

      Might very well mean the opposite.

    • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
      @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому +5

      When you consider most BMW drivers are leasing instead of purchase - they are pretend rich, not actually rich.

    • @rebekahfisher8585
      @rebekahfisher8585 9 місяців тому +7

      The people impressed by fancy cars are the wannabes

    • @blacksilverchair3315
      @blacksilverchair3315 9 місяців тому +3

      Do people still engage in that type of f00lishness?

  • @TonyB001
    @TonyB001 10 місяців тому +9

    Clark, my local GMC Chevy has the largest inventory of trucks I’ve seen in years. They aren’t moving and I suspect even deeper discounts will be available end of year

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +1

      Good thinking! Be sure to check for Black Friday deals. 💚

    • @jim9930
      @jim9930 9 місяців тому +1

      End of the month, end of the year sales quotas. End of the year 'get it off the lot NOW' said the accountant for tax purposes.

    • @codis1625
      @codis1625 9 місяців тому +1

      Exactly

  • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
    @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому +19

    Nice trend to see. I rarely buy new vehicles because of the killer depreciation - but I made an exception when I wanted to buy a Tesla Model Y a couple years ago. The used prices were _higher_ than just buying new - so I did that instead. Great car so far, I have driven it over 25,000 miles in 2 years - including many long road trips. However, I'm super glad things are returning to normal. Used cars should always be less expensive than a new one unless it reaches "classic" or collector status.

  • @davidbowne122
    @davidbowne122 9 місяців тому +12

    Thanks Clark for your gracious and positive answer to the 40 year old single person looking to possibly get a house-boat to live on (to save $$$). Recently, I heard a similar question to another financial radio team, and all the team did was belittle and dismiss the single person in their 40s when they remarked they would rather hold off on buying a house. Thank you for always being kind, and being willing to listen to various viewpoints.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +6

      We belittle big monster mega banks, not our listeners 💚

  • @paulettebrooklyn5113
    @paulettebrooklyn5113 9 місяців тому

    Enjoy your information about car deals and discounted store I again with you they do have quality products at lower cost

  • @ZoKitchen
    @ZoKitchen 9 місяців тому

    Great info Clark!! I’m going to buy a vehicle 🚗

  • @TheLifetraveler1
    @TheLifetraveler1 9 місяців тому +2

    Gwinnett place Honda in the Atlanta area has more than 50 Honda Accords on their lot. So even they are affected.

  • @jerryding2359
    @jerryding2359 9 місяців тому

    The first time I watched your show and didnt like it. But now, I love the way you present.

  • @timsteinkamp2245
    @timsteinkamp2245 9 місяців тому +3

    I'm in Portland, hardly a store besides Albertsons and Safeway or Walmart. I like your go to logic with no "honestly." crap. You are always honest.

    • @kenshepherd6831
      @kenshepherd6831 9 місяців тому

      Azure in Dufur, Oregon delivers.

    • @generic6587
      @generic6587 9 місяців тому

      Grocery Outlet, Fred Meyer.

  • @HeavyK.
    @HeavyK. 9 місяців тому +5

    I love Clark Howard.

  • @mike2ykme
    @mike2ykme 10 місяців тому +14

    I’m not scared of buying things at Aldi, but I wouldn’t buy medicine at a dollar tree. They’ve had issues before with medicine and even things like toothpaste years ago and it’s almost always cheaper to buy a bigger quantity at Costco or Walmart.

  • @steelmill
    @steelmill 9 місяців тому +12

    Thanks Clark for the sound advice over the years,You helped me retire at age 62.I think alot of people woke up to the garbage that some of these dealers are selling. Get a non turbo 4 cylinder Honda or Toyota vehicle and call it a day.

    • @acornsucks2111
      @acornsucks2111 9 місяців тому

      no

    • @riceburner4747
      @riceburner4747 9 місяців тому

      ​@@acornsucks2111why? 🤔

    • @elainerobertson7329
      @elainerobertson7329 9 місяців тому +2

      My 2016 Mazda CX5 has only 50.0 miles on it. I plan to keep it indefinitely. I've only spent 330.00 on it in addition to regular maintenance. I'm happy with it.

  • @m.a.nugent8278
    @m.a.nugent8278 9 місяців тому +8

    People who buy NEW vehicles off the dealers’ lots are not very smart. As soon as you drive a new vehicle off the lot, thousands of dollars of value are lost. Buy a vehicle that is at a minimum 2 - 4 years old!

    • @user-hn2ei7bd5o
      @user-hn2ei7bd5o 9 місяців тому

      I NEVER had a need for a new car, or truck, I found trucks good used ones, no Toy or Japans. I had all 3 GM, Ford Dodge. no problem, today I drive a old Dodge van, its ok for me I can fix it, mostly, if I feel too old, then I know someone 49 years yonger.

    • @pedroamezcua8249
      @pedroamezcua8249 9 місяців тому +3

      Not necessarily, it can be a good option. Who cares if the car loses value if you are not planning on selling it for a long time ? What does it matter ?

    • @user-hn2ei7bd5o
      @user-hn2ei7bd5o 9 місяців тому

      Ok,

  • @marietaylor5174
    @marietaylor5174 10 місяців тому +3

    Thank you Team Clark.

  • @sandramatos6409
    @sandramatos6409 9 місяців тому +1

    I bought very good quality covers with a wide variety of sizes through Amazon. The fabric is for me equivalent to the feel and toughness of sumbrella.

  • @SoulSeeker770
    @SoulSeeker770 9 місяців тому

    What is the drawback of using European tablet which can be used as a phone via VOIP?

  • @karenray7925
    @karenray7925 9 місяців тому +4

    I WOULD NOT WANT A ELECTRIC VEHICLE OUR ELECTRIC GRIDS CAN NOT HANDLE IT . I LIKE THE GAS CARS .

  • @ZiggZagg11
    @ZiggZagg11 9 місяців тому +1

    I use Aldi as a quick convince store... 😎

  • @MostlyHarmlessNebr-gb6di
    @MostlyHarmlessNebr-gb6di 9 місяців тому +1

    Moreover, some of the wealthy you find in an Aldi parking lot don't drive showy cars at all. Some of the frugalist are there with a Prius or Accord Hybrid.

  • @paulsuprono7225
    @paulsuprono7225 9 місяців тому +1

    O M G . . . Almost like buying a house ! Outta site . . .

  • @russbarrows6689
    @russbarrows6689 9 місяців тому +1

    We took a bus trip in Costa Rica. A woman with her 92 yo Mom, and a man with his 89 yo Dad were on the trip. They had fun! We had fun! It wasn't expensive.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому

      92 & 89 - amazing! Good suggestion! 🙌

  • @sokratzmmf
    @sokratzmmf 9 місяців тому

    💯 correct!

  • @natalieoj3078
    @natalieoj3078 9 місяців тому

    UGO is another store but mostly in the South...save a lot of money and actually a fun store to shop in

  • @serena.d1112
    @serena.d1112 9 місяців тому

    Also, could you cover how an average lady could safely buy a good repo car ? I would not feel comfortable going to an auction in person. I couldnt figure out how to find local repos currently ..

  • @pablohernandez1159
    @pablohernandez1159 9 місяців тому +1

    My friend in Mexico purchased a 2021 Toyota rav4 for $25,000 not the cheap one. Saw alot of cars & small pickup from other country.

  • @Ask-a-Rocket-Scientist
    @Ask-a-Rocket-Scientist 9 місяців тому

    US OEMs are stocking up inventory for the strike.

  • @dhix2388
    @dhix2388 9 місяців тому +2

    The big three can KEEPEM.

  • @SoulSeeker770
    @SoulSeeker770 9 місяців тому

    what is the cost to living in a boat?

  • @topofthegreen
    @topofthegreen 9 місяців тому +2

    I ride a bike to work, so this is not an issue.

  • @DavesShop
    @DavesShop 10 місяців тому +6

    PRICES ARE TO DARN HIGH

    • @miket7184
      @miket7184 9 місяців тому

      Bidenflation.

  • @gotyor
    @gotyor 9 місяців тому

    I was just saying the other day. look at all the nice cars at walmart that are parked near garden center entrance. Its not because rich people buy plants there. Its the entrance we used to not be as seen shopping there. LoL But we still shop there if we are smart!

  • @retired8484
    @retired8484 9 місяців тому +4

    Foreclosure is a great way to buy, but very competitive. A lot of professional money will take them all.

  • @elainerobertson7329
    @elainerobertson7329 9 місяців тому

    What do you think sbout Lidl? I believe the owners are brothers who split.???

  • @ALT_listens_ATT
    @ALT_listens_ATT 9 місяців тому +4

    I hope someone benefits because i wanted a predriven vehicle, not because i needed one, but my daughter took our 2016 to college and me and the wife liked using the car to run quick errands. Well we saw a predriven crossover priced pretty good but when we talked to the sales person they said that price has went up by 12 percent and I asked them why and they said they were allowed to do this. I brought three vehicle's from this dealership. They learned that day because they lost me for life. I will buy a hybrid soon and a new dealership will benefit.

    • @bdcochran01
      @bdcochran01 9 місяців тому

      My car is 19 years old. Probably will not buy another. However, I gave it some thought. Over the years, I have had great mechanics, not dealership mechanics. They always have a customer who stiffs the mechanic on repairs. The mechanic gets a lien and has the car sold off by a middleman. If I ever want another car, I am going to have my mechanic find one. I don't care what model or what condition so long as it gets me from point a to point b.

  • @bagsandlifestyle
    @bagsandlifestyle 10 місяців тому +5

    Unless, the condition of Aldi stores is terrible just for the ones closest to me. I personally don’t like to shop at Aldi or the Dollar Store simply because the condition of the store. Why do I have to shop in poor conditions just to get a discount ? Does the store have to be poorly maintained with floors that are dirty. I will go into Five Below and Pop Shelf, which I consider discount stores. The condition of the store is bright and clean.

    • @bradc6199
      @bradc6199 9 місяців тому +2

      The Aldi stores in my area (4 of them) are always very clean.

  • @piknick111
    @piknick111 9 місяців тому

    I really wish we have Aldi in Northern California, we have grocery outlet and Trader Joes.

    • @janeta3509
      @janeta3509 9 місяців тому

      Aldi is no where near the quality or variety of TJs. I.have 3 Aldi within 5 miles and aside from their chocolate, TJs blows them away.

    • @kenshepherd6831
      @kenshepherd6831 9 місяців тому

      Azure delivers nationwide. They are in Dufur, OR.

  • @followingjesus7331
    @followingjesus7331 9 місяців тому

    Sunbrella outdoor fabric does not deteriorate after six years. I've had mine for almost 10 years (uncovered) and they are still vibrant -- well worth the price I paid.

  • @e-care-books9867
    @e-care-books9867 9 місяців тому +2

    Team Clark rocks! #Bonusterm: "Sample Jam" - A shopper/shopping cart "Traffic Jam" around a "sample station" at Costco or TJ's.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому

      🛒🛒🛒💚 #bonusterm

  • @jesseo355
    @jesseo355 9 місяців тому +1

    Regarding your title to the video… rich people shop at all of the dealerships that most people used to.

  • @Marcarlv
    @Marcarlv 9 місяців тому

    I saw a Rolls Royce in the 99cent Store!

  • @autohelix
    @autohelix 9 місяців тому +3

    Patio cushions are easy. Walmart, Lowe's, home depot and target all sell replacement cushions. Measure and see if you can find something a similar size. Lowe's this time of year does a clearance sale. I was just there a few days ago. They had outdoor patio furniture up to 75% off. This did include patio cushions.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому

      Good tips! 🙌

    • @kenyonbissett3512
      @kenyonbissett3512 9 місяців тому

      Use a credit card with points to buy discounted Lowe’s gift cards. If you are a veteran, use your 10% discount. Cushion $200 - 75% = $50. $50 - 10% veteran discount = $45. $45-15%($6.75)=$38.25. Use the difference to buy UV covers to protect the cushions in future.

  • @ZiggZagg11
    @ZiggZagg11 9 місяців тому

    Take your Uncle to Algodones Mexico for a fun day trip...

  • @BiggMo
    @BiggMo 10 місяців тому +2

    10:00 john… call your local awning company to recover the patio set. There is a great one in Portland, Pike Awning,

  • @BrightStar3862
    @BrightStar3862 9 місяців тому

    Howard, an average is an absolute number not a range of numbers. So, simply take $36000 & $39000, add them & divide by two. That's the correct approach.

  • @MegaAlex010101
    @MegaAlex010101 9 місяців тому

    Toyota still not having inventory on the Grandhighlander go ahead and try to get a hybrid quote. $5k on market adjustments plus OEM add ons and additional add ons at the port. Insane it looks like it will take at least 2 yrs to fix this trend. Go ahead a shop the country you will still get the same answer. Good Luck finding one at MSRP with no add ons.

  • @quantumquestions5849
    @quantumquestions5849 9 місяців тому

    Take it back

  • @kenyonbissett3512
    @kenyonbissett3512 9 місяців тому +1

    Debbie - consider Housesitting/pet sitting in Europe to cut lodging accommodations.

  • @paulettebrooklyn5113
    @paulettebrooklyn5113 9 місяців тому

    When you speak of winter traveling do you mean us winter or the country like latin America or else where

  • @1stamendmentmedia464
    @1stamendmentmedia464 9 місяців тому +2

    For the question about the grandson and financial aid...
    Depends what kind of custody the grandparents have. If it's guardianship, this works in favor for the grand son for financial aid. There is a question on the FAFSA that asks if the student was ever in a guardianship, if the answer is yes, then the student would get "independent" funding, most likely full Pell grants and the grandparents income would not go into the equation.

    • @1stamendmentmedia464
      @1stamendmentmedia464 9 місяців тому

      If they "adopted" the grandson (less likely this is the case) their income would count just as if they were the birth parents.

  • @lot2196
    @lot2196 9 місяців тому +1

    Easy money for decades is the big csuse of this. Keep raising intrest rates.

  • @lseh4720
    @lseh4720 10 місяців тому +3

    Android here

  • @RetrieverTrainingAlone
    @RetrieverTrainingAlone 9 місяців тому

    Supply still low relative to pre-pandemic. For example, in Montana among 3 Honda dealers there are zero Honda Pilot LX on the lots, and only one Honda Pilot Sport on the lots.
    There are zero base trim Subaru Ascent in Montana and in Alaska...states where Subarus are extremely popular.
    Supply may go lower with (if) the UAW strike for Detroit-based vehicles. Demand is lower because interest rates are at a 20-year high.

  • @mitchburk5112
    @mitchburk5112 9 місяців тому +8

    I'm amazed at how many people are willing to spend thousands of dollars on vehicles and accessories that are off road capable. Ninety nine percent of these are never off the pavement. Is it a fad? The domestic manufactures are sure betting on it continuing especially Ram/Jeep.

    • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
      @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому +1

      I just moved to Colorado Springs and my wife noticed that very few folks are driving minivans here. We probably need to get chains for the winter. LOL

    • @prestonrobert2625
      @prestonrobert2625 9 місяців тому

      Get chains!

    • @bradc6199
      @bradc6199 9 місяців тому +1

      Jeep is off road a lot. Usually off road waiting for a tow to the mechanic.

    • @bradc6199
      @bradc6199 9 місяців тому

      ​@@JasonTaylor-po5xcget Bridgestone Blizzak or Michelin X-Ice winter tires. You'll be able to go anywhere.

    • @mitchburk5112
      @mitchburk5112 9 місяців тому

      Well yeah, there are a few places they make sense but it's amazing how many you see here in Houston@@JasonTaylor-po5xc

  • @javaskull88
    @javaskull88 9 місяців тому +3

    Aldi’s drive me crazy, the inventory is so…random. It might be the place for you if you enjoy treasure hunts, but I’d rather go to a store that practically guarantees that a certain item will be available.

    • @bradc6199
      @bradc6199 9 місяців тому +2

      Aldi sells the 15,000 most popular products in America and then have rotating offerings of other items weekly. Ex: every few weeks they will have Italian week and sell many many extra Italian food items (high quality). Same with Asian, Mexican, German... They will always have the basic 15,000.

    • @roses4me451
      @roses4me451 9 місяців тому +1

      Aldi is actually the name brand products which may not be "perfect" and they have an off-brand name they sell it under. An Aldi employee told me. Remember, we don't eat the "packaging" just the product inside. I shop here because I can save money. Aldi just bought out Winn-Dixie.

  • @pauldichtel6410
    @pauldichtel6410 9 місяців тому

    I bought a new Lexus. Are prices really going that much lower? I paid MSRP. Manufacturers are making higher end cars.

  • @Stephen_567
    @Stephen_567 9 місяців тому +1

    Why going outside my market will safe me money on purchasing a new car? How is that work?

    • @coston1986
      @coston1986 9 місяців тому

      We just did this. We live in NC and bought both of used vehicles from different states. SC for my van and VA for my husband’s truck. We found many dealers in NC wouldn’t even entertain negotiating or even respond to emails.

  • @peaceofmind1945
    @peaceofmind1945 10 місяців тому

    Good contains
    But SOUNDS are in and out, make it hard to hear

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому

      We'll listen for them and try to minimize sounds. Thanks for letting us know! 💚

  • @brucepinkerton2716
    @brucepinkerton2716 9 місяців тому

    Nothing cures high prices like high prices

  • @logicalblueberry
    @logicalblueberry 6 місяців тому

    Buying cars nationally sounds like a great way to save money. However, after searching for used cars for several months, our experience has been that many cars that look perfect in photos turn out to have unacceptable defects when seen in person. This is frustrating after driving an hour or two to look at the car. I can't imagine how disappointing (and expensive) it would be after flying across the country, not to mention that one would have to buy a last-minute plane ticket home if deciding not to purchase the car. Another risk would be that the vehicle might sell before you had a chance to purchase it.

  • @romez8361
    @romez8361 9 місяців тому

    CANADA

  • @TheLifetraveler1
    @TheLifetraveler1 9 місяців тому +2

    Clark, for the respondents grandfather's first international trip. Why didn't you just suggest Canada? Same language different culture but not a shock to the system of someone 80 + years old. They are starting to go off season now so the prices are starting to drop. For the two of them they could get away with less than $1,200 for airfare as well as hotel.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому +1

      Great suggestion! 🙌

  • @coston1986
    @coston1986 9 місяців тому +6

    I absolutely love Lidl and Dollar Tree! I have prepaid phone service for 3 lines for $41 per month through US Mobile. I used to pay $100 per month for 2 lines through Verizon.

    • @_CashFlowTy
      @_CashFlowTy 9 місяців тому +1

      Hey i need to check out that us mobile I got cricket right now for $100 - 4 lines

    • @coston1986
      @coston1986 9 місяців тому +2

      @@_CashFlowTy it’s really great! You can pick your data and share that between all the lines. The first line is included for free and then $8 per each additional line. We have the 12GB line, but they have larger amounts and unlimited plans as well!

  • @retired8484
    @retired8484 9 місяців тому +2

    Most people who have money, have it because they don't waste it.

    • @JasonTaylor-po5xc
      @JasonTaylor-po5xc 9 місяців тому

      Depends how you value time. If I make $100/hr running my business or providing services to others, if I take 2 hours to go shopping - that costs me $200 plus the cost of whatever I purchased. If I hire someone to do my shopping for me at $25/hour, that costs me $50 plus shopping costs - saving me a theoretical $150 for the trip. Yes, it is possible that I could save some money by making more frugal buying decisions or understanding the value of a sale - but it is unlikely be make up the difference. The trick is to ensure you're doing something productive or of high value during that time - like spending time with family or working on your business.

  • @dhix2388
    @dhix2388 9 місяців тому +1

    Well {seem} I'll bet many with {high end car} are shopping down stream out of necessity.

  • @on-site4094
    @on-site4094 9 місяців тому

    Wait till the repos start coming in droves if u have cash you’ll be getting a great deal

  • @LlyleHunter
    @LlyleHunter 9 місяців тому +3

    I’m fine with the prices at Aldi but not Trader Joe’s. A lot of items sold at Trader Joe’s are the same items sold as Green or All Natural under other brand names through stores like Walmart and many mainstream supermarkets for less without getting elbow in the stomach because of the pretentious narrow isles at Trader Joe’s.

    • @bradc6199
      @bradc6199 9 місяців тому

      Agree.

    • @arleneporter2317
      @arleneporter2317 9 місяців тому

      I bought a PKG of Concord grapes at HT for almost 5.00 and then when I went to TJ I found the same identical PKG for 3.59. Go figure.

  • @madelineveggie3931
    @madelineveggie3931 9 місяців тому +1

    Aldi has a GREAT refund policy. If it isn't fresh or right, they will replace the item AND pay you back the amount you spent. Double guarantee! I only had to use it ONCE in 6 years, and it was a non-Aldi's brand, a name brand item!!!!!

  • @serena.d1112
    @serena.d1112 9 місяців тому

    You guys know that Aldi and Trader Joes are "sister companies" right ? One brother owns Aldi and the other brother owns TJ's. Thats why the food is so similar in many cases. Like the large chocolate bars.

  • @cynthiah6556
    @cynthiah6556 9 місяців тому

    A major chain fabric store carries outdoor fabric. Also fabric can be bought online.

  • @Pisschangoatsmeller
    @Pisschangoatsmeller 9 місяців тому +2

    You couldnt ever get me to buy a car over about 24000 new. For a used car, ill never buy a car over 10k

  • @serena.d1112
    @serena.d1112 9 місяців тому

    0:48

  • @serena.d1112
    @serena.d1112 9 місяців тому

  • @TheEmrickman
    @TheEmrickman 9 місяців тому +3

    Had a deal for a nice Kia EV then bait and switch. Went home ordered a Tesla and had it one week later for a price they had discounted from inventory. Couldn’t be more pleased.

    • @nevmcc3884
      @nevmcc3884 9 місяців тому +1

      EVs are overpriced just like flat panel TVs were. I paid $3500 for a 40" TV in 2006 that I could now buy for $400. Early adopting new technology elicits good feelings until the next big thing happens or the market floods.

  • @robertosalazar5018
    @robertosalazar5018 9 місяців тому

    The waiting list on toyota models is over one year now 😫😫

  • @chodkowski01
    @chodkowski01 9 місяців тому

    In 10 years get ready to pay $100,000 to $150,000 for a small base car. Very few Toyota’s and Honda’s on the lots now because people want to buy a car that will last more then 3-4 years.

  • @glendavis1266
    @glendavis1266 9 місяців тому +1

    Who trusts the dealerships. I go to one and there are few new cars. So maybe their floor planning new vehicles but leaving them at port of entry. So it makes it look like there are none. Fake scarcity. The heck with them….I don’t really need new but would like one. I can wait. Mine only has 75,000 for a 2011 model?

  • @billygr7628
    @billygr7628 3 місяці тому

    Electric vehicles don't do so well in the winter, especially in extreme cold weather. Batteries lose charge sometimes, almost 50% after driving a few miles. YT Mechanic Scotty Kilmer agrees. I personally would buy a hybrid . California used vehicles with high miles are still selling at higher prices. Not everyone can fly out of state to buy a car. Not everyone making a 6 figure income.

  • @scott7388
    @scott7388 10 місяців тому

    3:12 why except Honda & Toyota dealerships

    • @shirlysmilesmusic6919
      @shirlysmilesmusic6919 10 місяців тому +1

      I think they sell quicker cos they last longer.

    • @christinewallace9251
      @christinewallace9251 9 місяців тому +1

      He said in another episode that demand is still very high on these brands so prices are not coming down.

    • @Clark
      @Clark  9 місяців тому

      Yep, higher demand for Hondas & Toyotas so people are buying them.