08.08.22 HOTELS: Diminishing Amenities / At Last - Healthcare Cost Disclosures

Published: Aug. 8, 2022, 11 a.m.

b'The hotel industry is suffering mightily from staff shortages, changing how they operate. You could get a discount forgoing housekeeping services, or be charged for it. Clark explains the owner / operator problem and what you should expect from brand name hotels moving forward.\\xa0Also, the insidious cloak of mystery is about to be lifted from medical costs.\\xa020% of our nation\\u2019s economy is eaten up by healthcare costs - by far the highest in the world. You\\u2019re on the hook for deductibles and copays. But information is power. Learn where we are now with non-emergency healthcare price disclosures.\\n\\nHotel Staffing Shortages: Segment 1\\n\\nAsk Clark: Segment 2\\n\\nHealthcare Cost Disclosures: Segment 3\\n\\nAsk Clark: Segment 4\\n\\n\\nMentioned on the show:\\n\\n7 Places to Get the Best Deals on Lab-Created Diamonds\\n\\nHow much health insurers pay for almost everything is about to go public\\n\\nWhen does a 0% purchase plan make sense for you?\\n\\nHow to Stock Up in Case of an Emergency\\n\\n31 Items To Pack in Your Financial Emergency Kit\\n\\nHow Much Cash Should You Keep at Home in Case of Emergency?\\n\\nHow to Find the Best Deal on Cheap Internet Service\\n\\nReport: The #1 Internet Provider in America\\n\\n\\nClark.com resources\\n\\nEpisode transcripts\\n\\nClark.com daily money newsletter\\n\\n\\nConsumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275\\n\\n\\nLearn more about your ad choices: megaphone.fm/adchoices\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'