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].

More posts by Craig Johnson

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Food Expiration Dates: What You Need To Know Shopping & Retail October 3rd, 2023
Do you have a habit of throwing food away if its expiration date has passed? With the cost of food…
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If you've been watching the vehicle market, you know that car prices have been dropping on some models, just like…
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What Should You Do if Your Insurance Claim Is Denied? Health Insurance September 29th, 2023
Sooner or later, you’ll likely have to file a health insurance claim. You may think it’s a straightforward process that…
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Report: The Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles Cars September 28th, 2023
Criminals are constantly trying to take one of the most expensive things from you and me: our vehicles. A recent…
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New Report: The Best and Worst Airports in America Travel September 28th, 2023
Flying the friendly skies is one of the quickest ways to travel these days, but it can also be one…
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New Report: The #1 Phone Scam in America Scams & Rip-Offs September 27th, 2023
Scammers want nothing more than to pry you from your money and one way they’re increasingly doing it is via…
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Report: 3 Small Things That Can Send Your Auto Insurance Skyrocketing Cars September 27th, 2023
Your auto insurance is one of those things that money expert Clark Howard wants you to review periodically to make sure…
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Price-Matching Policies at Walmart, Target and Other Top Stores Shopping & Retail September 26th, 2023
When it comes to buying the things you want and need, money expert Clark Howard says the key to saving…
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New Report: Top 20 Companies for Hybrid Jobs 2023 Jobs September 25th, 2023
Hybrid jobs have become a popular buzzword in the workplace as many companies have had to balance their need for…
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The Best Flu Shot Deals at CVS, Target, Publix and More Health September 22nd, 2023
It’s time to get your flu shot. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu season varies…
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Clark’s App Warning for iPhone and Android Users Cell Phones September 21st, 2023
The ability to download apps with cool features and functionalities is one my favorite parts about having a cell phone.…
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Credit Bureaus Announce Big Changes for Credit Reports Credit September 21st, 2023
Regularly looking at your credit report is a major way you can keep tabs on your financial well-being, according to…
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T-Mobile Money: 5 Things To Know Banks & Banking September 20th, 2023
Of the many cards in your wallet, one from a popular cell phone company wouldn’t normally make the cut —…
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New Report: The Top 5 Spam Text Messages in America Scams & Rip-Offs September 19th, 2023
Getting spam text messages on your cell phone can be more than annoying. They can rob you of your hard-earned…
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How Much Is My Car Worth? Cars September 19th, 2023
Depending on how long you’ve had it and its condition, you may be thinking about replacing your current vehicle with…
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The Average Retirement Age in America Investing & Retirement September 18th, 2023
When you think about your retirement, do you envision still feeling spry and being in relatively good health? Truth be…
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What Is the Median Wealth of a U.S. Household? Make Money September 18th, 2023
For the past couple of years, Americans have had to cope with sky-high inflation. And many of us are left…
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Clark’s Unusual Tip if You Need To Buy a New Car Right Now Cars September 18th, 2023
The vehicle market continues to be inflated for both new and used cars in the United States. As a result,…
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7 Cheapest Cities To Buy a Used Car Cars September 14th, 2023
If you’re interested in buying a vehicle, you know that the prices are sky-high. But location can play a major…
How to save money with Google Flights
How To Save Money With Google Flights Travel September 13th, 2023
Take it from money expert Clark Howard and other members of Team Clark:Google Flights is one of the premier tools…
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Getting a Ton of New Credit Card Offers? Here’s What You Need To Do Credit Cards September 12th, 2023
With credit card interest rates on the rise, consumers would do well to be extra cautious about accepting any and…
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Report: #1 Restaurant for Customer Satisfaction Food & Restaurants September 12th, 2023
As you well know, food costs are on the increase. Interestingly, so is customer satisfaction with restaurants. That’s the takeaway…
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New Report: Top 15 Most Affordable Places To Retire Investing & Retirement September 12th, 2023
Finding somewhere to retire can be difficult when you’re looking for a city that has nice weather, adequate amenities and…
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New Report: The 10 Fastest-Selling New and Used Cars Cars September 11th, 2023
Prices have made some dramatic reductions over the past several months, although not as much as money expert Clark Howard…
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Electronics are expensive these days. Money expert Clark Howard wants you to get the lowest price possible on computers, laptops…
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The Safer Way To Use Your Debit Card Credit Cards September 11th, 2023
If you’re someone who tries to save money whenever possible, you’ll find that increasingly it’s the way you pay sometimes…
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Prediction: Will Gas Prices Go Up or Down? Save Money September 8th, 2023
Prices at the pump have been on the rise. Will they continue going up or will gas prices drop? In…
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What’s the Average Retirement Account Balance in America? Investing & Retirement September 6th, 2023
It’s well known that saving for retirement is one of the most vital things you can do for your financial…
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Report: 5 Things Most Americans Don’t Understand About Social Security Investing & Retirement September 5th, 2023
About 75% of U.S. adults over age 50 are concerned about Social Security running out of money in their lifetimes.…
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The Best Time To Book Holiday Travel in 2023 Travel September 1st, 2023
Traveling during the holidays can not only be full of hassles due to the crowds but also quite expensive. How…