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
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What if your grocery store receipt looked like this?
Shopping & Retail
May 29th, 2019
If you've ever looked at your receipt after a trip to a grocery or big box store, you know that…
Here are the highest-paying jobs for 2019 graduates
Jobs
May 29th, 2019
Are you in college or perhaps a recent graduate? When thinking about job opportunities, no doubt you want to make…
Report: The states with the best and worst credit scores
Credit
May 29th, 2019
Ever wonder how your credit score compares to other U.S. consumers? The average Vantage score stands at 680, according to…
How to find out about class action lawsuits that could get you paid
Money & Credit
May 24th, 2019
There are few things in life better than getting free money. That's why it pays to stay in the know.…
USPS change of address scam: How to spot and avoid it
Scams & Rip-Offs
May 24th, 2019
If you're relocating into a new apartment or home, you need to be aware of a relatively new version of…
Here’s when you should and shouldn’t pay in advance
Money & Credit
May 22nd, 2019
Millions of Americans pay their bills by writing checks or setting up automatic withdrawals from their bank accounts on a…
The safest place to sit in a car may not be where you think
Cars
May 21st, 2019
Conventional wisdom has always said that the safest place to sit in the car is in the back seat. After…
6 common items you’re spending too much money on
Shopping & Retail
May 20th, 2019
No matter how much money you make, if you're not careful, you can waste quite a bit of it, especially…
Warning: Dietary supplements from these 12 companies may not be what they seem
Health
May 20th, 2019
In the quest to be healthy, dietary supplements continue to be a popular option with some people but the U.S.…
Is it Cheaper to Own an Electric Car?
Cars
May 15th, 2019
When I read the news that by 2040 more than half of new cars will be electric, I was not…
If you own a Dell computer, do this now to protect yourself
Mobile & Electronics
May 10th, 2019
If you have a Dell computer, your system's security may be at risk due to a program likely preinstalled on…
Consumer Reports Build & Buy car buying service: How does it work?
Cars
May 9th, 2019
If you're looking for a new car but dread facing the intense sales pitch of a car salesperson, technology can…
Google introducing new privacy measures
Mobile & Electronics
May 8th, 2019
Internet privacy has been a hot topic lately in tech circles, but it's applications have been lacking. The problem has…
Ask Clark: Should you bank with your cell phone carrier?
Banks & Banking
May 7th, 2019
You could argue that banking has changed more in the past few years than it has in the last quarter-century.…
Watch out for this Microsoft Windows tech support scam
Scams & Rip-Offs
May 7th, 2019
A particular type of scam phone call is making the rounds again and victimizing unsuspecting people. This time, it's the…
How to protect your computer in 2019
Protect Your Rights & Identity
April 23rd, 2019
Whether you have a brand spanking new computer or just an old reliable one, protection is a top priority. Hackers…
How to switch cell phone providers and avoid an early termination fee
Mobile & Electronics
April 18th, 2019
A big reason why you can walk in to a cell phone store and walk out with a new device…
10 area codes being targeted by Social Security scammers
Scams & Rip-Offs
April 15th, 2019
Social Security scams are on the rise and people in 10 area codes are prime targets, according to a new…
8 steps for getting out of debt as quickly as possible
Money & Credit
April 12th, 2019
There are few things quite as liberating as getting out of debt after having been in the negative for a…
Secured or traditional: What’s the best kind of credit card to build credit?
Credit
April 8th, 2019
Whether you're trying to build credit for the first time or climbing your way back after defaulting on a loan,…
What happens when the IRS makes an error on your taxes?
Taxes
April 4th, 2019
Every year, millions of Americans spend money to have their taxes done by an expert so that no mistakes are…
These airlines waive bag fees for military members and their dependents
Military
April 4th, 2019
If you're an airline traveler, you know that baggage fees have become commonplace (with Southwest being the notable exception). But…
Amazon is cutting prices at Whole Foods again: Where to find the savings
Shopping & Retail
April 3rd, 2019
Good news for grocery store customers: Amazon has announced a new round of price cuts at Whole Foods that will…
Is Credit Karma Safe?
Credit
April 2nd, 2019
If you're looking for an easy way to stay on top of your credit, Credit Karma is a valuable resource.…
Job alert: These 10 companies are hiring like crazy in April
Jobs
April 1st, 2019
Spring is here and some of America's top companies are looking to fill thousands of positions right now! If you're…
The best time to list your home for sale is…
Homes & Real Estate
March 29th, 2019
The weather isn’t the only thing warming up around the United States, the real estate market is starting to heat…
Wow Air is shutting down and canceling all flights
Travel
March 28th, 2019
Wow Air ceased operations early Thursday morning, stranding many of their passengers in the middle of the night. If you've…
New report: 10 great side jobs to earn extra cash
Jobs
March 27th, 2019
If you're searching for work, FlexJobs just released a new list of side jobs to put some extra money in…
Are your social media photos being used for facial recognition research?
Protect Your Identity
March 21st, 2019
If you have a Flickr account, your image may be included in a vast facial recognition database created by IBM.…
AT&T, Comcast team up for plan to tackle robocalls
Mobile & Electronics
March 21st, 2019
With the current state of unwanted calls at an all-time high, it's safe to say that caller ID has lost its…