Episode Details

Clark spoke recently about the role of family and friends when it comes to fraud protection for our elders. Today he has a first hand account of why it's so vitally important we take this to heart. Also today, The Consumer Federation of America reports that home repairs and renovations are a top area of complaints. Avoiding these headaches starts with how you hire a contractor and Clark has some guidelines for getting it right from the get go. 

• Vigilance For Vulnerable Seniors: Segment 1
• Ask Clark: Segment 2
• Hiring A Contractor: Segment 3
• Ask Clark: Segment 4

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• Is Booking a Cruise Last-Minute Still a Good Bargain Strategy?
• No surprises here: These are the top US consumer complaints, from cars to credit cards
• Clark.com- 6 Tips for Hiring a Contractor
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• Beckett Authentication Services: Sports & Non-sports  
• Memorabilia Auctions - Heritage Auctions
• Sell Sports Memorabilia with Sotheby's
• Christie’s Sports Memorabilia
• A Quick Guide on How to Insure Jewelry

Clark.com resources

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

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