It’s that time of year - charity solicitations. But there are fake charities vying for our hard earned dollars and targeting our senior loved ones. Clark has some important guidelines for legitimate charitable giving. Also. we live in an era of surveillance. Our life online can be tracked and sold for profit, but WE don’t get paid. Yet, that option isn’t new and has resurfaced. Worth it? Clark explores privacy and consumer choice. 

Legit Charitable Giving: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Online Tracking & Privacy Choice: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4


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Finance Guide for Formerly Incarcerated People - MoneyGeek


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