08.25.25 Controlled Spending Method / Travel Warning: Pickpocket Rings
Aug 25, 2025•33 min
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Episode description
Ever wake up Monday regretting how much you spent over the weekend? Today Clark re-examines the no spending trend through a needs-vs-wants traffic light lens as a smart way to think about spending. Also today - Travelers are being heavily targeted at ATMs & check outs. Clark shares an easy way to protect your wallet and identity when out & about - and why this is necessary now more than ever.
- Mindful Spending: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- ATM Pickpockets: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
Mentioned on the show:
- Should you buy it? If you answer 'yes' to these questions, probably not
- What Can I Safely Use for Peer-to-Peer Payments?
- Can I Use an Online Will Maker or Do I Need an Attorney?
- How To Create a Will Online / Wills & Funerals Archives
- How To Freeze and Unfreeze Your Credit With Experian, Equifax & TransUnion
- NYTimes: Help! A Pickpocket Used My A.T.M. Card, and Citi Won’t Cover It.
- Unpack these cybersecurity tips for a stress-free vacation
- Why It's a Great Time To Get a Cheap Ticket to Europe
- How To Pack a Carry-On the Right Way
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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