Clark Biweekly 11 24 25

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Sally McDonald
November 24, 2025

💵 Today’s Top Stories
Costco gas

You can save big bucks buying gas from Costco. But it’s not a usual experience. Here’s why you should not block the middle lane and other Costco-specific tips. Read more.

carry on luggage suitcase

Whether you’re headed for a cruise, business trip or vacation, here are four things you should always, always put in your carry-on. (And why Clark never checks a bag on a flight.) Read more.

code word

Artificial intelligence is taking an old-school grandparent scam (impersonation) and moving it to another level of sophistication. Clark offers two suggestions to avoid ever getting caught in this web. Read more.

Discover

If you're a Discover customer, you're about to lose a valuable, no-cost benefit that Clark touted for years: the free Online Privacy Protection service. Find out the exact date the service ends and the steps you need to take now to keep your name and address off people-search sites. Read more.

Google Flights

Our travel expert says Google Flights should be the first place you look for airfare. Here are some strategies to maximize Google’s valuable tool. Read more.

🏠️ Today’s Current Mortgage Rates

According to Freddie Mac, 30-year mortgage rates are 6.26% and 15-year rates are 5.54% as of November 20, 2025. The following chart shows the 30-year mortgage rate trend over the last year.

Mortgage Rates 112025
🦃 Get Paid $2,000 To Destroy Thanksgiving Buffets in Vegas

If turkey, dressing and cranberry sauce are your dream meal, and you like the idea of hitting the Vegas buffets during the Thanksgiving holiday, you can apply for what may be a dream job.

The cash prize, distributed via PayPal, is supposed to cover travel, hotel and eating expenses.

Vegas Insider is running the competition and expects the winner to share their rankings and highlights via at least one TikTok or Instagram video.

Applicants must, by Tuesday at 11:59 p.m. PT, submit a written explanation of why they’re qualified, be at least 21 years old and have a TikTok or Instagram account.

The committee that decides the winner will judge on creativity and originality (40%), sense of humor and entertainment value (30%) and relevance and enthusiasm for Las Vegas and food (30%).

Only one person will win. But getting paid to hit some famous Vegas buffets on Thanksgiving, and getting all your expenses covered, seems like a win-win.

📊 Stat of the Day

🚘️ $120,000: The salary Ford wants to pay about 5,000 open mechanic jobs that it has been unable to fill. “We are in trouble in our country,” Ford CEO Jim Farley said in response. “We do not have [enough] trade schools.”

💰️ Deal Alert: Today’s Top Deals
Amazon Prime Christmas holiday
Caribbean cruise
🎙️ Podcast

It’s time for "Clark Stinks!" Christa reads the latest "Clark Stinks!" submissions and Clark responds. Also, believe it or not, U.S. vehicle thefts have been dropping – but that doesn't mean you can let your guard down. Clark breaks down the surprising reality of auto theft, revealing the top 10 most stolen cars, and none of them are what you'd expect!

☎️ Need Money Help?

The Team Clark Consumer Action Center is a free helpline that can help you navigate your money questions. Call 636-492-5275. Visit clark.com/cac for more information.

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