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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How To Avoid Paying Full Price for Apple Products Shopping & Retail May 26th, 2023
If you’re a fan of Apple products, you know that they are well-designed and incredibly powerful devices. They can also…
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New Report: The Age Most Americans Expect To Retire Investing & Retirement May 26th, 2023
There's a huge gap between the expected retirement age for many American workers versus when retirees actually leave the workplace,…
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Traveling for less is one of the most satisfying things you can do to manage your finances. Money expert Clark…
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As engaging and informative as it is to surf the web or shop online, it’s no fun when you discover…
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How To Manage Your Monthly Subscriptions To Save Money Money & Credit May 24th, 2023
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Report: Best and Worst Car Colors for Resale Value Cars May 23rd, 2023
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Money expert Clark Howard says that the U.S. economy is experiencing a slow but sure pivot as the Federal Reserve…
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5 Money Tips To Know Before You Travel Abroad Travel May 23rd, 2023
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With the summertime upon us, many Americans will likely increase the amount of time they spend behind the wheel, which…
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Use This Simple Trick To Maximize Your Credit Card Rewards Credit Cards May 19th, 2023
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Airbnb has been an affordable alternative to hotels for many years now, but its reputation has taken a hit as…
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Report: The Median Home Size in Every U.S. State Homes & Real Estate May 19th, 2023
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How To Find Your Phone’s IMEI Number Fast Mobile & Electronics May 18th, 2023
Aside from your phone number, the next most important digits associated with your device are its International Mobile Equipment Identity) number…
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The temperature is rising outside and that means keeping your home cool will be a priority for the months ahead.…
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Millions of people use Google every day. What you may not know is that if your personal information is showing…
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One of the biggest headaches associated with air travel is when you lose your baggage. Money expert Clark Howard says…
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