06.01.22 Payroll Advances: Perils & Alternatives / Update: Robocalls & Messaging Scams
Payroll Advances: Perils & Alternatives / Update: Robocalls & Messaging Scams
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Show Notes
Employers have outsourced companies to handle pay advances, many of which charge junk fees. Dave is a payroll advance company that asks for voluntary tips, equivalent to paying interest. These advances can lead to a deficit spending habit. Clark offers a better way. Also, the fight to limit robocalls is showing signs of working, so scammers are moving to messaging to get at your money. What to look out for.
- Perils of Payroll Advances: Segment 1
- Ask Clark: Segment 2
- Robocalls & Messaging Scams: Segment 3
- Ask Clark: Segment 4
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Clark.com resources
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- Consumer Action Center Free Helpline: 636-492-5275
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