12.12.22 Energy Demand-Response Plans / Investing: Mutual Vs Index Funds

Published: Dec. 12, 2022, noon

b"Has your power company offered you a \\u201cspecial deal\\u201d that they say may save you money? Because it\\u2019s become much more complicated to provide kilowatts, power companies are trying to shift capacity burden to consumers via time of use meters and certain incentives. Clark shares how this could end up costing you more. Also, what\\u2019s better for your investments - actively managed mutual funds or index funds? A new study reveals some\\xa0facts about investing you may not be aware of that can affect your outcome.\\xa0\\xa0\\xa0\\n\\nEnergy Use Demand-Response Plans: Segment 1\\n\\nAsk Clark: Segment 2\\n\\nMutual Vs Index Funds: Segment 3\\n\\nAsk Clark: Segment 4\\n\\n\\nMentioned on the show:\\n\\nUtilities Hope You\\u2019ll Fix Their Power Problems - The Wall Street Journal.\\n\\nWhat Is Time-of-Use Metering and Should You Sign Up?\\n\\nHow to handle money when you're traveling overseas\\n\\n4 Money Tips To Learn Before You Travel to Europe\\n\\nDo Not Give Your Social Security Number at These Places\\n\\nHow To Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion\\n\\nNYTimes: Mutual Funds That Consistently Beat the Market? Not One of 2,132.\\n\\nTo make money, avoid these common investment biases\\n\\nBest Investment Companies for Investors in 2022\\n\\nWhat Is a Roth 401(k) and How Does It Work?\\n\\nWhat Is an Annuity, and Why Does Clark Think They Stink?\\n\\nWhat Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor and Do I Need One?\\n\\nImmediate Payout Annuity: What Is It and Do You Need It?\\n\\nLongevity Insurance: What Is It and Do You Need It?\\n\\n2 Ways To Guarantee Yourself a Lifetime Stream of Income\\n\\nCheapest Way to Rent a Car: Expert Tips\\n\\nCredit Card Car Rental Insurance: What You Need To Know\\n\\nWelcome to Clark\\u2019s Christmas Kids 2022\\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"