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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Kohl’s Has a New Rewards Program for Shoppers Shopping & Retail September 10th, 2020
If you're a Kohl's shopper, there's a new way to earn rewards. The store has simplified its loyalty program and…
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Ask Clark: Should I Put a Down Payment on a Car? Cars August 25th, 2020
If you’re thinking about buying a vehicle, you may be wondering whether you should put a down payment on it.…
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Clark Howard’s Deals and Predictions for Prime Day and Black Friday 2020
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Report: The Best Kitchen and Laundry Appliances for Customer Satisfaction
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10 Surprising Jobs You Can Do From Home Jobs July 31st, 2020
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