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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New airline routes for 2019: Here are some we’re most excited about
Travel
January 8th, 2019
Each year, airlines debut new routes in an effort to stay competitive and win the battle for your travel dollars.…
High pay, low turnover: See the best jobs for 2019
Jobs
January 8th, 2019
Even in a stable economy, job seekers abound. Most of us are not content to settle, so we're always on…
Instead of a ‘no-spend’ month, try these simple savings challenges
Money & Credit
January 7th, 2019
Many Americans are trying to get themselves out of debt, and some drastic strategies are in play for 2019. Among…
Alexa, Siri & more: How voice assistants can help you save money
Mobile & Electronics
January 4th, 2019
"Alexa, save me some money." Yes, we wish it was that easy. Voice assistants like the Alexa-enabled Echo, Google Home,…
Government shutdown: IRS says it will take your money but not issue refunds
Money & Credit
January 4th, 2019
As the partial government shutdown continues, agencies are starting to chime in about how they will be able to function…
Were you caught up in any of 2018’s data breaches? Check your statements closely…
Protect Your Identity
January 4th, 2019
If the previous 12 months have taught us anything, it's that data breaches will likely continue to be a huge…
These are expected to be the cheapest days to fly in 2019
Travel
January 3rd, 2019
If travel is in the cards for you in 2019, you might already be scouting out airline tickets. Wouldn't it…
New law requires hospitals to post their prices, but does it really change anything?
Health
January 3rd, 2019
For years, hospital pricing has been shrouded in mystery — until you get that ginormous bill that seems to have…
Phone porting scam: How to protect yourself on different carriers
Scams & Rip-Offs
January 2nd, 2019
Thieves are increasingly stealing people's phone numbers in a new scheme known as "porting" or "port-out scamming." A phone porting…
Job alert: These 20+ companies are hiring like crazy in January
Jobs
January 2nd, 2019
If you’re looking for work in 2019, this is the perfect time to make a career change: January is a…
Looking for work in 2019? Here are the fastest-growing job titles right now
January 2nd, 2019
If you're looking for a new job right now, the employment outlook for the new year is looking pretty rosy…
Clark Howard’s Top 10 words of wisdom from 2018
Money & Credit
December 28th, 2018
Clark Howard's goal is for people to take control of their financial destiny. With signs of a volatile stock market…
Affected financially by the government shutdown? Here’s help
Money & Credit
December 28th, 2018
We are well into a partial government shutdown, and many people are starting to feel the crunch. If you're a…
Looking for an end-of-year car deal? Here are 9 of the best
Cars
December 27th, 2018
As if the price tags didn't give it away, 'tis the season for end-of-year car deals. Year's end markdowns are…
Looking for work? Here are 4 major job trends for 2019
December 26th, 2018
If you're looking for a job or interested in a career change for 2019, there's no better time to apply…
Government shutdown 2018: Here’s what might affect you
Life
December 22nd, 2018
With the U.S. government shut down for now, the ramifications could be widespread, affecting federal salaried and hourly workers, small…
New report: Here are the safest car models for 2019
Cars
December 20th, 2018
If you're like a lot of people, the impending arrival of the new year might have you in the mind…
New FTC warning: Some internet-connected toys are far from child’s play
Protect Your Rights & Identity
December 19th, 2018
If you're concerned about privacy, buying toys for your kids these days is serious business. Internet-connected smart toys are everywhere…
Report: Facebook shared private messages with Amazon, 150+ others
Protect Your Rights & Identity
December 19th, 2018
Facebook has spent much of the past 12 months apologizing and trying to make amends for the Cambridge Analytica data…
The 10 late-model cars with the lowest repair costs
Cars
December 12th, 2018
When it comes to choosing a vehicle, many of us may make a decision based on gas mileage or styling.…
Looking for a change of scenery? These cities will pay you to move there!
Jobs
December 12th, 2018
There's a good chance you think that it pays to live where you do. Maybe you have good neighbors, a…
‘No consequences’: Clark’s take on the government’s Equifax data breach report
Protect Your Rights & Identity
December 12th, 2018
The government's final report on the Equifax data breach was released this week, more than 14 months after one of…
What the latest Google data breach means for you
Mobile & Electronics
December 11th, 2018
The demise of Google Plus is being sped up after the company announced that a new bug has been discovered,…
What the big tech companies know about you in one scary image
Protect Your Rights & Identity
December 11th, 2018
If a stranger walked up to you and asked you for your name, marital status and place of employment, you…
New report: 10 used car models with the biggest discounts in December
Cars
December 4th, 2018
Purchasing a vehicle for a good price has a lot to do with timing. If you buy at the wrong…
After data breach, Marriott says it’ll pay for new passports — under one condition
Protect Your Rights & Identity
December 4th, 2018
—Another data breach, this time at Marriott's Starwood brand, has reignited privacy concerns after the company recently announced that 500 million…
Digital driver’s licenses: States are ditching plastic for technology
Cars
December 3rd, 2018
Basically since the advent of the automobile, fear of losing your wallet — especially your driver's license — has plagued Americans. But…
Looking for a new car? Here are the best incentives & deals out there right now
Cars
December 3rd, 2018
One of the only things better than that new car smell is a new car deal, and December has quite…
The 5 best credit cards for travel
Money & Credit
November 30th, 2018
With the leaves beginning to fall in earnest, you may be wondering if you can squeeze in one last trip…