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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Report: The #1 Internet Service Provider in America Internet June 22nd, 2020
With many people working from home more because of the coronavirus pandemic, reliable internet has become more important than ever.…
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8 Spending Habits People Are Changing After Coronavirus Money & Credit June 19th, 2020
It's no secret that the coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed the spending habits of millions of Americans. Many people have…
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New Study: The Best Home Improvement Retailers in America Shopping & Retail June 18th, 2020
Quick and personalized service with a smile is tops with shoppers in the latest customer satisfaction survey of home improvement…
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What to Do If Your Favorite Store Is Going Out of Business Shopping & Retail June 16th, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has taken a huge toll on the U.S. economy. And the sad reality is that many businesses…
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10 States With the Biggest Increase in Gas Prices Cars June 15th, 2020
Across much of the nation, gas prices are getting more expensive after dipping recently due to the coronavirus pandemic. In…
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A New Way to Shop at Sam’s Club Is Coming Soon Shopping & Retail June 11th, 2020
If you've been waiting on a contact-free way to get your groceries at Sam's Club, the retailer just made things…
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New Report: The #1 Video Streaming Service in America Streaming TV June 9th, 2020
The popularity of streaming TV services has exploded over the last several years, but which service is the best? The opinions…
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These 15 Companies Are Hiring for Entry-Level Remote Jobs Jobs June 5th, 2020
If you're looking for a job and you don't have a lot of experience, don't fret. Although the coronavirus pandemic…
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How to Sign Up for Credit Karma’s Free Monitoring Service Credit June 5th, 2020
Whether you already have excellent credit or are trying to build it, protecting your credit is important. Money expert Clark…
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Being Asked to Pay to Set Up Your Roku Device? It’s a Scam Mobile & Electronics June 3rd, 2020
So you've purchased a Roku device and can't wait to watch all the TV shows, movies and other content you…
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The Airline Most Americans Trust to Keep Them Safe From COVID-19 Travel June 2nd, 2020
The demand for travel has plummeted due to the coronavirus pandemic. But as states reopen, more Americans may be thinking…
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Aldi Has a New Way for You to Get Your Groceries Shopping & Retail June 1st, 2020
If you're an Aldi shopper, the grocery store is adding a convenient option that also makes it easier to avoid…
Report: The Best Smartphones for Customer Satisfaction
Report: The Best Smartphones for Customer Satisfaction Cell Phones June 1st, 2020
Cell phones have become indispensable parts of our lives for various reasons. But they don’t last forever. If you’re in…
The Top 5 Affordable U.S. Metros for Homebuyers Right Now
The Top 5 Affordable U.S. Metros for Homebuyers Right Now Homes & Real Estate May 26th, 2020
If you're in the market to buy a home, low interest rates have made mortgages much more affordable. But a…
8 Things That Are Free During the Coronavirus Pandemic
8 Things That Are Free During the Coronavirus Pandemic Deals & Savings May 22nd, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has created financial problems for millions of Americans. To respond to the situation, many companies are offering…
Scam Alert: How to Avoid Fake Coronavirus Tests
Warning: Scam Targets People Trying to Get COVID-19 Tests Scams & Rip-Offs May 21st, 2020
If you’re one of the many people trying to get a COVID-19 test due to the coronavirus pandemic, the first…
The Best Sites to Search for Jobs by Industry
The Best Sites to Search for Jobs by Industry Jobs May 20th, 2020
If you're looking for a job right now, resources like Monster and LinkedIn can help you find new opportunities. But…
Report: Best Cars for Recent College Graduates in 2020
Report: Best Cars for Recent College Graduates in 2020 Cars May 20th, 2020
If you’ve just graduated from college, you may be ready to get in the driver's seat in more ways than…
Report: Top 15 Companies for Remote Freelance Jobs
Report: Top 15 Companies for Remote Freelance Jobs Jobs May 19th, 2020
If you've lost your job recently because of the coronavirus pandemic, you might consider looking for freelance work. And the…
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New Report: The Best Cell Phone Providers in America Cell Phones May 19th, 2020
Consumer Cellular has been named the best cell phone provider for customer satisfaction, according to the latest American Customer Satisfaction…
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Report: Top 10 Companies Hiring for Remote Jobs Jobs May 13th, 2020
If you are out of work due to the coronavirus pandemic or looking for a job you can do from…
Here’s When You Can Find the Best Deals on Clothing
Here’s When You Can Find the Best Deals on Clothing Shopping & Retail May 13th, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has hit the apparel industry really hard. In addition to numerous store closures, retailers like JC Penney have…
These Health Insurers Are Offering Discounts Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
These Health Insurers Are Offering Discounts Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic Health May 11th, 2020
Companies like cell phone providers and auto insurers are offering discounts to help people during the coronavirus pandemic. Now, many…
Expenses You Can Turn Into Savings During the Coronavirus Pandemic
4 Expenses You Can Turn Into Savings During the Coronavirus Pandemic Save Money May 7th, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our daily lives. Many of us have been forced to take…
Should I Turn My Frequent Flyer Miles Into Gift Cards?
Should You Turn Your Frequent Flyer Miles Into Gift Cards? Travel May 6th, 2020
If you're a traveler with a lot of frequent flyer miles, you may be wondering if it makes sense to…
Use This Free Tool to Determine When You Should Go to the Store
Use This Free Tool to Determine the Best Time to Shop Shopping & Retail May 5th, 2020
Going to the grocery store these days can be stressful, as we try to maintain social distancing because of COVID-19.…
How to Cash Your Stimulus Check if You Don’t Have a Bank Account
Where to Cash Your Stimulus Check if You Don’t Have a Bank Account Money & Credit April 30th, 2020
As you may have heard, stimulus checks related to the coronavirus pandemic are starting to arrive. If you don't have…
These Carriers Are Dropping Data Caps and More to Help Customers Affected by COVID-19
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To help their customers in light of the coronavirus pandemic, many companies continue to change the way they do business…
Things That Are Cheaper During the Coronavirus Pandemic
7 Things That Are Cheaper During the Coronavirus Pandemic Money & Credit April 22nd, 2020
For countless Americans and people around the world, the coronavirus pandemic has changed life as we know it — and…
New Report: The Best Banks for Customer Satisfaction
New Report: The Best Online Banks for Customer Satisfaction Banks & Banking April 22nd, 2020
If you're looking for a new bank, one really good indicator of whether you'll be happy or not is how…