Many loved ones are separated, living in different parts of the country, and that has consequences and remedies worth considering, especially over the holidays. Also, tis the season for identity theft. Clark covers the basics including different types of ID theft and 3 key strategies to protect yourself, including some NEVER EVER rules.
- Reconnecting This Holiday: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Identity Theft: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- Barrons.com: Americans Are Lonelier Than Ever—and That’s Bad for Your Health
- Should You Buy an Extended Warranty on Your Car?
- How To Freeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax and TransUnion
- Worried about identity theft? What to do to minimize your risk
- There are no perfect solutions for identity theft. But experts and a victim have ideas
- Are you the victim of identity theft? Here’s what to do
- How To Prevent, Report and Repair Identity Theft
- The USPS mailbox scam: A sticky crime reportedly makes a comeback
- Why You Should Never Mail a Check
- Credit Karma Review: Free Credit Score and More at Your Fingertips
- Clark Howard Community – The place to learn about how to save
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