One of life’s biggest purchases is a car. The industry has been on a rollercoaster but the ride is finally smoothing out for buyers. Clark provides a market update on how prices are moving for both new and used vehicles. Also today  - a huge pharmacy hack has exposed the key personal information of 6 million patients to criminals. The number one thing you can do to protect your identity. 

Vehicle Market Update: Segment 1

Ask Clark: Segment 2

Freeze Your Credit Stat: Segment 3

Ask Clark: Segment 4


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