The real estate market is traditionally at its height in the spring. This year, AI is factoring into home sales in two distinct ways. While AI slop infests listings, AI is improving the mortgage approval process. Know what to look out for as a homebuyer.  Also, is studying abroad worth the cost? At a time when grads’ job prospects are jumbled by market upheaval, a new study shows that a semester overseas can boost a graduate's starting salary by thousands. And the advantages don’t end there. Clark explains how some students are taking the idea a step further.

• AI In Real Estate: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Study Abroad - OUI!: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Why You Can No Longer Trust Real Estate Photos⁠
• The Unsettling Rise of AI Real-Estate Slop
• 3 Places You Should Never Invest Your Money - Clark Howard
• What Is Umbrella Insurance and Do You Need It? - Clark Howard
• Why Study Abroad Can Lead To Higher Starting Salaries For U.S. Graduates - Forbes
• Preparing to study abroad requires knowing what might go wrong during and after the trip
• NYTimes: How to Prepare for Your First River Cruise
• When Do You Need a Travel Agent? - Clark Howard
  

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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