Chris Clark
Chris Clark is a Kansas City–based freelance journalist covering personal finance, housing and retirement. A former Associated Press editor and reporter, he writes plainspoken stories that help readers make smarter financial decisions.
As a Moneywise contributor, he brings decades of newsroom experience to stories that break down complex financial issues into clear, practical advice for everyday Americans. With 37 years in journalism—including an 18-year tenure at The Associated Press from 1996 to 2014—Chris grounds his reporting in a deep understanding of the economic landscape. He holds a BA from Missouri Southern State University and stays on top of daily market trends by closely following resources like Bloomberg and CNBC.
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TThe Associated PressReporter & Press Editor 1996–2014
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MMissouri Southern State UniversityBA 1991
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Managing Money • May 01
Billionaire Tony Robbins says donating to charity for 15 years has actually fueled his 'insane' wealth
Here are 3 ways generosity could boost your finances — and how to start.
Managing Money • May 01
Billionaire Tony Robbins says donating to charity for 15 years has actually fueled his 'insane' wealth
Here are 3 ways generosity could boost your finances — and how to start.
Investing • Apr 30
‘You want to come out of this with a win’: Ray Dalio says gold should be 5-15% of your portfolio in wake of Iran war
The hedge fund founder also believes America has entered a period of stagflation — a challenging mix of persistent inflation and slowing growth.
Investing • Apr 30
‘You want to come out of this with a win’: Ray Dalio says gold should be 5-15% of your portfolio in wake of Iran war
The hedge fund founder also believes America has entered a period of stagflation — a challenging mix of persistent inflation and slowing growth.
Investing • Apr 28
Trump just made the power grid a national defense issue — how to invest with $1 trillion in upgrades looming
The move could signal a significant investment opportunity, with industry already poised to spend more than $1 trillion on grid upgrades over the next five years.
Investing • Apr 28
Trump just made the power grid a national defense issue — how to invest with $1 trillion in upgrades looming
The move could signal a significant investment opportunity, with industry already poised to spend more than $1 trillion on grid upgrades over the next five years.
Managing Money • 47312 views
A 50-year-old has $400K after years of overspending — and 10 years to turn it into a retirement plan
You're ahead of the median but behind on your goal. Here's how to close the gap.
Managing Money • 47312 views
A 50-year-old has $400K after years of overspending — and 10 years to turn it into a retirement plan
You're ahead of the median but behind on your goal. Here's how to close the gap.
Managing Money • Apr 23
She retired with $780K and moved into her partner's home — now she pays half the mortgage but owns nothing
She’s paying 50% of the household bills, but her name isn’t on the home. Here’s the risk she may be missing.
Managing Money • Apr 23
She retired with $780K and moved into her partner's home — now she pays half the mortgage but owns nothing
She’s paying 50% of the household bills, but her name isn’t on the home. Here’s the risk she may be missing.
News • Apr 23
Trump literally can’t go 3 days without bringing up his $400 million ballroom, data reveals
Mentions of the ballroom are on par with, or in some cases ahead of, mentions of major issues like healthcare affordability and prescription drug pricing.
News • Apr 23
Trump literally can’t go 3 days without bringing up his $400 million ballroom, data reveals
Mentions of the ballroom are on par with, or in some cases ahead of, mentions of major issues like healthcare affordability and prescription drug pricing.
Investing • Apr 23
Stablecoin volume has quadrupled in under 3 years — and JPMorgan says the $300 billion market is just warming up
Stablecoin is the newly coveted cryptocurrency.
Investing • Apr 23
Stablecoin volume has quadrupled in under 3 years — and JPMorgan says the $300 billion market is just warming up
Stablecoin is the newly coveted cryptocurrency.
News • Apr 21
John Deere agrees to pay $99 million to farmers over claims they’re monopolizing repairs and overcharging farmers
Here’s why farmers could still find themselves locked into expensive repair networks.
News • Apr 21
John Deere agrees to pay $99 million to farmers over claims they’re monopolizing repairs and overcharging farmers
Here’s why farmers could still find themselves locked into expensive repair networks.
Managing Money • Apr 18
My wife gets Social Security, but we just realized she could receive $350 more through spousal benefits. Can we fix it?
Social Security math is tricky — and the agency does not do it for you to make sure you’re claiming optimally. Here’s what you need to know.
Managing Money • Apr 18
My wife gets Social Security, but we just realized she could receive $350 more through spousal benefits. Can we fix it?
Social Security math is tricky — and the agency does not do it for you to make sure you’re claiming optimally. Here’s what you need to know.
Managing Money • Apr 17
Snap's CEO was partying at Coachella while 1,000 workers got the axe — here's what they're owed
Like many tech companies, Snap is heavily leaning on AI to make itself more efficient.
Managing Money • Apr 17
Snap's CEO was partying at Coachella while 1,000 workers got the axe — here's what they're owed
Like many tech companies, Snap is heavily leaning on AI to make itself more efficient.
News • Apr 16
Canada wants to stop sending defense dollars to the US — and it could hit jobs, contracts and portfolios
A shift in Canada’s policy could hit Americans right in their retirement investments.
News • Apr 16
Canada wants to stop sending defense dollars to the US — and it could hit jobs, contracts and portfolios
A shift in Canada’s policy could hit Americans right in their retirement investments.
Real Estate • Apr 16
Homes forfeited over unpaid taxes can be a bargain buy. Just be prepared for what — or who — you might find
If you’re up for a challenge, buying a home at auction, sight unseen, could be an adventure and the key to your dream of home ownership.
Real Estate • Apr 16
Homes forfeited over unpaid taxes can be a bargain buy. Just be prepared for what — or who — you might find
If you’re up for a challenge, buying a home at auction, sight unseen, could be an adventure and the key to your dream of home ownership.
Managing Money • Apr 15
Mark Zuckerberg is building an AI clone of himself to talk to staff. How Meta’s move could change the future of work
If it looks like a Zuck and talks like a Zuck, do Mark Zuckerberg’s employees ever need to see him in real life?
Managing Money • Apr 15
Mark Zuckerberg is building an AI clone of himself to talk to staff. How Meta’s move could change the future of work
If it looks like a Zuck and talks like a Zuck, do Mark Zuckerberg’s employees ever need to see him in real life?
News • Apr 11
A politician’s home was shot at 13 times over a data center vote. Why these projects are dividing America
Councillor Ron Gibson said his house was struck shortly after he publicly supported a proposed project. The incident underscores how debates over these developments are becoming flashpoints.
News • Apr 11
A politician’s home was shot at 13 times over a data center vote. Why these projects are dividing America
Councillor Ron Gibson said his house was struck shortly after he publicly supported a proposed project. The incident underscores how debates over these developments are becoming flashpoints.
News • Apr 09
Dr. Oz says feds 'took out' 221 LA hospices in 10 weeks over a $50 million fraud scheme — and it's spreading
A sweeping hospice fraud crackdown in LA pulled hundreds of providers, but the problem goes beyond California.
News • Apr 09
Dr. Oz says feds 'took out' 221 LA hospices in 10 weeks over a $50 million fraud scheme — and it's spreading
A sweeping hospice fraud crackdown in LA pulled hundreds of providers, but the problem goes beyond California.
Life • Apr 07
Domino’s driver, 68, bought a Diet Coke for a customer — and ended up with $77K from strangers
A quick stop for a soda turned into a life-changing surprise.
Life • Apr 07
Domino’s driver, 68, bought a Diet Coke for a customer — and ended up with $77K from strangers
A quick stop for a soda turned into a life-changing surprise.
News • Apr 06
'You don't know what he's put in your name': The Ramsey Show's wake-up call for a woman shut out of her own finances
A Las Vegas woman called The Ramsey Show complaining of a husband who hides all finances from her and who threatens divorce when she asks questions.
News • Apr 06
'You don't know what he's put in your name': The Ramsey Show's wake-up call for a woman shut out of her own finances
A Las Vegas woman called The Ramsey Show complaining of a husband who hides all finances from her and who threatens divorce when she asks questions.
Real Estate • Apr 04
How Portland cracked the code on affordable starter homes
Portland is building fourplexes and smaller homes to fight high prices.
Real Estate • Apr 04
How Portland cracked the code on affordable starter homes
Portland is building fourplexes and smaller homes to fight high prices.
News • Apr 04
One man says he received 552 robocalls in under a month. How Americans can protect themselves from endless spam calls
Americans received nearly 4 billion robocalls in February.
News • Apr 04
One man says he received 552 robocalls in under a month. How Americans can protect themselves from endless spam calls
Americans received nearly 4 billion robocalls in February.
Real Estate • Apr 02
Japan quietly built a massive stake in American homebuilding. Here’s what that means for your next purchase
How it could impact home prices, supply and your next purchase.
Real Estate • Apr 02
Japan quietly built a massive stake in American homebuilding. Here’s what that means for your next purchase
How it could impact home prices, supply and your next purchase.
Real Estate • Apr 02
Suze Orman says older homeowners are leaving money on the table — and most don't even realize it
Orman points to new research that suggests holding onto your home too long can come with a hidden financial cost.
Real Estate • Apr 02
Suze Orman says older homeowners are leaving money on the table — and most don't even realize it
Orman points to new research that suggests holding onto your home too long can come with a hidden financial cost.
Investing • Mar 31
John Arnold was one of the world’s youngest billionaires. He claims he's solved the stock market with a simple portfolio
Is his solution a good one for everyday investors?
Investing • Mar 31
John Arnold was one of the world’s youngest billionaires. He claims he's solved the stock market with a simple portfolio
Is his solution a good one for everyday investors?
News • Mar 29
A Pennsylvania mechanic allegedly faked 161 car inspections. Here’s how to carefully vet your auto shop
Protect yourself from getting ripped off at the mechanic's.
News • Mar 29
A Pennsylvania mechanic allegedly faked 161 car inspections. Here’s how to carefully vet your auto shop
Protect yourself from getting ripped off at the mechanic's.
News • Mar 26
Big Short investor Michael Burry says Trump's Iran war decisions are being driven by something other than foreign policy
"It's a shame that Americans died for this."
News • Mar 26
Big Short investor Michael Burry says Trump's Iran war decisions are being driven by something other than foreign policy
"It's a shame that Americans died for this."
News • Mar 23
Chicago bus driver falls victim to sophisticated scam that cost Americans $1.5B in a single year. Here’s how it works
Tech-support fraud is damaging Americans’ finances.
News • Mar 23
Chicago bus driver falls victim to sophisticated scam that cost Americans $1.5B in a single year. Here’s how it works
Tech-support fraud is damaging Americans’ finances.
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