Clark shares a warning about booking any future travel, whether it’s a cruise, rental house, tour or flight - and has two specific guidelines to help protect your money. Also - Vehicles have become increasingly expensive. The average cost for a new automobile has reached an all time high. Know the Clark smart strategies for car buyers.

• Travel Booking: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Clark Smart Car Buying: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

Mentioned on the show:

• Why You Should Never Pay for Travel with a Debit Card
• Travel Insurance Checklist: 5 Types of Coverage To Consider
• InsureMyTrip Review: Why We Like It and How to Use It
• Elliott Report: Home
• Report: The Average Price of a New Vehicle
• Cars Archives - Clark Howard  /  How To Buy a Used Car
• How To Find a Trustworthy Mechanic

Clark.com resources:

• Episode transcripts
• Community.Clark.com  /  Ask Clark
• Clark.com daily money newsletter
• Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275

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