Airline Consumer Protections Are Shrinking & Hidden Costs of Caregiving
With the holiday travel season just around the corner, big changes are underway that could impact your upcoming trips. The Department of Transportation is re-interpreting consumer protections for air passengers. Since airlines won’t be eager to step up when they make a mistake, you need to know how to advocate for yourself, and navigate airline customer service.
Also, another urgent conversation families need to have involves the hidden financial costs of caregiving. Nearly 70% of people will require some level of care in their lifetime. With the erosion of long-term care insurance, more families are impacted by caregiving challenges, forcing 56% of caregiving retirees to leave the workforce earlier than planned. Don’t wait until a crisis hits or until your parents are well into their 60s or 70s to talk about the future.
Plus, Christa shares your #AskClark questions and Clark gives his take. All this and more on the October 28, 2026, episode of The Clark Howard Show. Submit your questions: Ask Clark.
Passenger Rights Eroded: Segment 1
Ask Clark: Segment 2
Prepare For Caregiving Challenges: Segment 3
Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
Clark Howard's Strategy for Spending Credit Card Rewards
Follow Clark Howard's #1 Rule To Travel Cheap / SkyScanner.com
Booked a Flight? This New Tool Will Tell You When the Price Drops
Points Path Review: This Free Tool Makes Using Travel Points Much Easier
Clark Howard’s Secrets to Beating Sky-High Airfares and New Hidden Fees
How to Find a Geriatric Care Manager - Clark Howard
What Is Disability Insurance and How Does It Work? - Clark Howard
The Aging Parents Checklist: Money, Scams, Estate Plans and Final Wishes
How To Find and Choose a Financial Advisor / Financial Advisor Costs
When Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Instead of Investing? / Calculator
Clark.com resources:
Episode transcripts
Community.Clark.com / Ask Clark
Clark.com daily money newsletter
Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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