Craig Johnson is a writer who covers cars, jobs and travel. He joined Clark.com in 2018. Craig has written and edited in newspapers such as The Detroit News and The Atlanta-Journal Constitution as well as for CNN.com and HLN. Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he enjoys writing about ways you can get what you want for less by using apps and other money-saving platforms. He also keeps a pulse on the latest scams and tips to help you protect your personal information. You can reach Craig at [email protected].

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Ask Clark: How Can I Make Sure That My Charitable Donations Are Being Used for Their Intended Purposes? Money & Credit November 25th, 2020
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If you plan on taking advantage of the many holiday deals happening right now, you need a plan. As a…
Report: The #1 Retailer for Customer Satisfaction During the Coronavirus Pandemic
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Good customer service is hard to find. And it appears the coronavirus pandemic has made that more true than ever. …
Report: Top Restaurant Chains for Customer Satisfaction During the Coronavirus Pandemic
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Many of America's favorite restaurant chains have had a tough time during the coronavirus pandemic, but customer satisfaction has not…
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If you've got close to a million dollars socked away for retirement, you're in pretty good shape, right? Well, it…
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If you think that grocery shopping these days doesn't seem as fun as it used to be (if it ever…
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We’re in the middle of an “ultra-low savings environment,” money expert Clark Howard says. That means that because of the…
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