Clark Biweekly 4 24 25

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Anthony Hazzard
April 24, 2025

Are you a Temu or Shein shopper? Grab what you need now. Important news awaits you further down this email.

💵 Today’s Top Stories
Credit

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A mesh router is Clark’s secret to getting the best WiFi signal at home. Here’s when and where to land the best deal to boost your own internet. Read more.

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Putting a small check in the mail for Christmas, a birthday present or a graduation gift seems harmless. But did you know thieves can take much more money than the amount of the check? Read more.

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Gold has been setting all-time high after all-time high. Does Clark think it’s a good investment? And how much of your portfolio should you allocate to it? Read more.

Hotel

Clark is an expert on finding good deals on a hotel room. Why does he exclusively book refundable rooms? Read more.

🛍️ Temu, Shein Promise To Hike Prices Due To Tariffs

Any tariff-related changes should be written in pencil. We don’t know how long they’ll last and whether they’ll stay at the current rates.

Oh, and we also know that you, our beloved readership, are collectively interested. “Is Basement-Bargain Online Shopping Platform Temu Legitimate?” is one of our best-performing stories in this newsletter of all-time.

China and the United States have imposed triple-digit tariffs on exports. As such, Shein said in a statement, “To keep offering the products you love without compromising on quality, we will be making price adjustments starting April 25, 2025.”

Temu issued a similar statement.

In addition to tariffs, the U.S. scrapped a rule that allowed imports under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free.

It’s yet to be seen just how steep those price hikes will be. But if you’re a regular Shein or Temu shopper, today may be a good day to stock up.

📊 Stat of the Day

🧼 273: The age in years of Caswell-Massey, America’s oldest existing company. Founded in 1752, the country’s first soap and perfume company predates the United States as an independent country by 24 years.

💰️ Deal Alert: Today’s Top Deals
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🎙️ Podcast

Clark recently visited Italy and shares his secrets to saving $200+ on his travel reservation! Also, bonds are a standard piece of a balanced portfolio. But what are they and why are they important? Clark explains everything you need to know.

☎️ 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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