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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8 Best Items To Buy in Bulk
Shopping & Retail
August 25th, 2023
With inflation slowly starting to ease, we’ve been seeing some things on the store aisles get cheaper while other items…
9 Ways To Save Money on Your Road Trip
Travel
August 25th, 2023
A road trip is one of the best ways to get away and take in some of America’s natural beauty.…
Clark Howard’s 4 Tips on How To Get the Best Price Possible
Save Money
August 24th, 2023
No matter how much you want or need an item, money expert Clark Howard wants you to get the lowest…
New Report: Best Car Brands for Customer Satisfaction
Cars
August 23rd, 2023
Some people are very loyal to one car brand, while others are just looking for the best deal they can…
Report: These 12 Vehicles Are the Best for the Money in 2023
Cars
August 21st, 2023
In this inflated vehicle market, finding a car that’s both affordable and well-made can be difficult — but it’s not…
Travel Insurance: What You Need To Know Before You Buy
Travel
August 16th, 2023
When it comes to planning a trip, it can be difficult — and expensive — to prepare for the many…
Price Drop: Domestic Fares Are Getting Cheaper
Travel
August 14th, 2023
After the traditional spike in airfares for the summer, prices are starting to drop, according to money expert Clark Howard.…
How Shockingly Low Interest Rates Are at the Big Banks
Banks & Banking
August 11th, 2023
The Federal Reserve has managed to gradually reduce inflation. This means that some things we buy are getting cheaper. It…
Report: The #1 Internet Provider in America
Internet
August 10th, 2023
When it comes to choosing an internet service provider (ISP), reliability stands out as the key attribute a customer would…
What Is the Average Grocery Bill?
Shopping & Retail
August 9th, 2023
While it’s true that some grocery items are cheaper than they used to be, food prices continue to rise. The…
What Is FedNow?
Banks & Banking
August 8th, 2023
Have you ever noticed how even with “instant” payment apps like CashApp, Venmo, and Zelle it takes a few days…
4 of the Best Parental Control Apps To Monitor Kids’ Online Activity
Mobile & Electronics
August 4th, 2023
Parents are taking the responsibility to safeguard their children's online safety seriously. If you're looking to monitor your child's online…
6 Things That Are Actually Getting Cheaper
Save Money
August 2nd, 2023
With inflation easing across many sectors of the U.S. economy, Americans are starting to feel a bit of relief in…
9 Things You Should Always Buy Used
Save Money
August 1st, 2023
When it comes to buying the things we want and need, myself as well as other members of Team Clark…
Can You Trade in a Financed Car?
Cars
July 31st, 2023
If you’re thinking about getting rid of your current car for a new or used one, perhaps you might be…
5 Money Lessons From Clark Howard’s Trip to Europe
Travel
July 28th, 2023
If you’re thinking about planning a trip abroad, how and where you pay will play a major role in determining…
14 States With Tax-Free Weekends in August
Shopping & Retail
July 28th, 2023
With back-to-school season here, parents and bargain hunters alike are looking for deals on everything from computers to clothing. Many…
Why You Really Need To Create a Will
Life
July 27th, 2023
Besides the loss of life, one of the saddest things about death is when the person’s affairs aren't in order.…
The Best Time To Book a Cheap Trip in 2023
Travel
July 26th, 2023
As children grab their backpacks to get ready to head back to school, you may want to grab your luggage:…
The Window To Open a 5-Year CD Is Closing Soon
Money & Credit
July 24th, 2023
While the recent inflationary pressures affecting the U.S. economy have not been kind to your budget, they have been beneficial…
Buying Cars Online vs. Traditional Dealers: What To Know
Cars
July 19th, 2023
If you're considering buying a car in this crazy vehicle market, one decision you’ll typically have to make if you've…
When Is the Best Day and Time To Call Customer Service?
Business & Entrepreneurs
July 18th, 2023
Finding out how to continually get good customer service and avoid its unfortunate counterpart, “customer no-service” has been a major…
Why You Should Expect a Mild Recession
Money & Credit
July 18th, 2023
Although inflation has fallen a bit and mortgage rates are starting to recede, economic headwinds have been indicating that the…
Should You Buy a Car With a Salvage Title?
Cars
July 17th, 2023
Although car prices are dropping slowly, they’re still super-high compared to where they were before the COVID-19 pandemic. If you…
Price Drop on Used Electric Cars: Is Now the Time To Buy?
Cars
July 12th, 2023
While the price of used vehicles has been slowly decreasing, the price of used electric vehicles has been plummeting. Vehicle…
What You Need To Know About Family Plane Seating
Travel
July 11th, 2023
For families, one of the major hassles of airline travel is when parents aren’t able to sit with their kids…
Report: The Best and Cheapest Grocery Stores
Shopping & Retail
July 10th, 2023
With food prices still stubbornly high, it pays to grocery shop with a strategy in mind. While price may be…
4 Major Retailers Offering Deals on Prime Day (Besides Amazon)
Shopping & Retail
July 7th, 2023
With Amazon Prime Day here, you can expect the world’s largest online retailer to display some awesome summertime deals –…
What’s the Average Car Payment in America?
Cars
July 7th, 2023
As money expert Clark Howard has been saying for a while now, car prices are finally starting to normalize --…
Report: How Much Downsizing Can Save You in 20 Cities
Homes & Real Estate
July 6th, 2023
You may envision your dream home as a huge place with many rooms, but that may put a major squeeze…